So I've unlocked my extended storage. My understanding is I can put cab files in there that will then automatically be installed when I do a hard reset.
I notice there is a config file in there, does this need to have any cab files added to it when I copy them into the storage space?
Also, alot of applications come down as windows installers, I don't suppose there is an easy way to make a cab file from these?
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Is it possible to convert a Windows setup file to a PPC CAB file so you can place it in your extended rom?
If so, how do you do it?
Thanks
rokujou
I don't think it's possible.
BUT.. after you installed a certain software on your device, go to the installation directory on your desktop computer. you can find there the relevant cabs in 99% of the installations.
choose any cab file, which contain the letters "ARM" assuming you are using one of the phone enabled devices.
thanks I didn't think of that.
Well that more or less answers my question anyway
rokujou
sure it's possible rename the exe file to zip and copy out the arm cab file
Can someone please tell me what one can do to the ROM of a JJ, and how.
I expected to unlock, change file attributes, then move cab files across to SD and delete them from ROM to free up "Storage memory". Instead I unlocked (not sure what it actually did), changed attributes, then could delete but NOT copy cab files. Why can I not copy a cab file to my SD? I can confirm that deleting skype and backgammon cabs does free up storage memory. Perhaps I should just download a more recent skype install file from their website and then delete it? Guidance would be much appreciated...
Hi Folks,
i found a trick to make an autoinstall from strorage card (like from extended Rom)!
autorun.exe looks for the file config.txt on the place is in registry stored in:
"HKLM\Comm"
"AutoRunCFG" = "\Speicherkarte\Autoinstall\config.txt"
so i changed the registry entry and now i am able to put config.txt and the files to install on every place i want.
on windows Mobile 2003 devices this works wonderful!
on problem i have now with windows mobile 5 devices:
when installing a question appears where to store files (device or storage card)!
can anybody help me to get rid of this question during automatic cab install??
i want install all cab files to device without any questions!!
pbelcl: apologies for my ignorance, but is this very different to a 2577 folder?
with a 2577 cab we could use this info:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?p=225375#225375
and choose a default install folder I think for WM5.
V
Thanks for your quick answer!
i read the other tread and if i understood it right i have to remove the .dll file from my cabs?
i'll try this and tell you if it worked ....
I think the other way round.
I've never done it before, but you need to make a custom cab and .inf file, and specify the installation location in therere, and then the "choose a location" dialog doesn't come up. I'm not sure, I'll try this at home later.
V
vijay555 said:
...I'll try this at home later.
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Thanks, that would be interesting for me because i cant generate cab files because i hav no developer software for this.
i also have access to a cab file manager (at a customer) where i can edit the cab files and change them as i need it.
if it is possible to generate an "empty" cab file for me that would be nice ....
pbelcl: I never use the cabwizard either, I use cab manager. To make an empty cab, take any normal cab (download one of mine?) and just remove all the files from it. That's what I always do!
V
vijay555 said:
.just remove all the files from it. That's what I always do!V
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ok, this is also my way to get an empty cab file
there is one question interesting:
Sometimes there is a "CheckFile.exe" and a "CeSetup.dll" in the cab file.
Do i need them for any work during install this cabfile or can i delete them also?
I remove everything from my cabs, and then use cab manager and drag and drop stuff. So I've never used those files. I will have to read up on how to make a "normal", but I don't think they're necessary if you didn't put them in there!
V
Hi folks,
again my last problem with automatic install on WM5 devices:
when my automatism starts to install the cab files (from where ever) each time there comes a popup windows where to install the cabfile (storage card or device).
for my routines it is not important becaue most of my cab files only set some registry keys and dont install files on the device!
Does anybody know how i can get rid of this window and install the files to device WITHOUT question popup window??
Hi
How can i remove files under Windows map on my TyTN
Most files you see under windows are ROM files. They can not be deleted, and they don't take up storage memory so there is no reason to delete them.
Why do you want to any way?
Hi, I've read somewhere in the forum that is possible to use the ExtRom Autorun application to install the cabs you want after a Hard reset.
I have a question regarding that issue. Is it possible to change the config.txt file in a way that you can silently install apps not only on the main memory but also onto the Storage Card?
What I'm looking for is an autoinstaller of some kind...
Thanks in advance.
Sorry for my bad English!
...Anyone?
Hi
You can use WinCE Cab Manager to edit your cab files and change the Default Install Dir.
Open the cab you want to edit and then in Default Install Dir make a new folder named Storage Card (if you want to install on Storage Card). In Storage Card folder create the subfolder for your cab app then save.
You can also create a especific folder or shortcut to be created on start menu of your pocket pc.
Then you just copy all your edited cabs to ExtROM and when you hard reset your pocket they will be installed on Storage Card.
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You can use WinCE Cab Manager to edit your cab files and change the Default Install Dir.
Open the cab you want to edit and then in Default Install Dir make a new folder named Storage Card (if you want to install on Storage Card). In Storage Card folder create the subfolder for your cab app then save.
You can also create a especific folder or shortcut to be created on start menu of your pocket pc.
Then you just copy all your edited cabs to ExtROM and when you hard reset your pocket they will be installed on Storage Card.
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Will try that, thanks!
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Obrigado pela ajuda, vou testar e depois digo como correu!
i tried that, but, i still have a question: with wince cab manager, if I'm doing that @coxrui the application is still asking for the location of the cab installation. how can i install it directly to storage card without asking?
P.S. solved: you have to use hard-code paths to storage card.