Probem writing to registry

[Gareth Owen]

As part of our install, we might need to install 3rd party drivers. In this case the only way of telling if these drivers are installed is by checking for a key in the reg.

I know this is not possible at the moment , but as a work around, I was going to write a value into this key when we install the drivers so it will only do it once.

Issue: I want this reg entry to be written if the drivers are installed (currently done after the end of the Apply Install) and I do NOT want it removed on uninstall.

If I add the reg entry into the main install, it gets removed on uninstall.
If I add the Write Reg Key at the same place I install the drivers, it does not seem to write anything to the Reg.

How would be the best way to do this?

[sinan]

It is possible to create a key (no values) and persist it. Would this work? If so, set the Value field to + and leave the Data field empty and choose the String type.

[Gareth Owen]

Unfortunately not, This was for the workaround because we could not tell if the key was present.

[sinan]

Not to worry, a new Check Registry command lets you test for the presence of keys, and returns specific conditions based on the type of data found Again, I have to ask you to contact me privately for the details

[Gareth Owen]

Wonderful, will send you an email.

Thanks