Performing a Scripted Installation of Exchange Server 2003

If you want to install Exchange with automation instead of manually choosing options, you can create an unattend file to run along with the setup program. This method is frequently used to script a standard series of configuration steps so that a script can be sent to branch offices, allowing local system administrators the option of installing the server onsite with minimal intervention.

Creating the unattend Install File

To create an unattend installation file, use the following steps:

1.
Insert the Exchange CD.
2.
Close the autorun splash screen.
3.
Click on Start and choose Run.
4.
Type 
									cddrive:\setup.exe /createunattend drive:\filename.ini
supplying your drive and filename—for example: ...

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