Overview

The current Triofox client installer is a web installer rather than a traditional MSI installer. The web installer offers many advantages over the MSI installer.

Advantages of a Web Installer:

1. Smaller Download Size: A web installer typically downloads only the essential components needed to install the software, resulting in a smaller download size compared to the complete installation package. This can be beneficial for users with limited bandwidth or those who prefer a faster download and installation process.

2. Latest Version: Web installers are often designed to fetch the latest version of the software directly from the internet. This ensures that users always get the most up-to-date version of the software during the installation process, reducing the need for manual updates after installation.

3. Customized Installation: Web installers often provide options for users to customize the installation process. Users can choose specific components, languages, or additional features they want to install or exclude. This flexibility allows users to tailor the installation to their specific needs, potentially saving disk space and reducing clutter.

4. Reduced Disk Space: Web installers generally install only the necessary files to get the software up and running, reducing the overall disk space required compared to a full installation package. This can be particularly advantageous for applications with large file sizes or when installing on devices with limited storage capacity.

5. Streamlined Updates: Since web installers fetch the latest version during installation, subsequent updates can be streamlined by checking for and downloading only the modified or new files. This helps in delivering updates efficiently, saving time and bandwidth.

However, many organizations still utilize MSI installation for offline Installation, unattended Installation, advanced configuration, management, etc. This article will help you to convert a web installer to an MSI installer.

Requirement

• Download the latest Triofox Windows Client installer exe file for your self-hosted cluster. Please make sure you remove your access token from the file name (See this KB for an explanation)

          i.e. (11512515_1_tt3hcslsv01.hadroncloud.com)_CSWinClient

Setup

1. Log in interactively to exemsi.com
2. Click on the "Free Download" and install the MSI wrapper tool.
3. Launch the MSI Wrapper
4. Click on "Next"
5. Click on "Next"
6. Click on "Next"
7. Click on "Create New" to generate an upgrade code in the text box, then Click on "Next"
8. Click on "Next"
9. Click on "Next"
10. Enter Triofox silent installation arguments "SilentInstall:true AcceptEula:true", then Click on "Next"
11. Click on "Next"
12. Click on "Next"
13. Click on "Build" to generate an MSI installer file. i.e. (11512515_1_tt3hcslsv01.hadroncloud.com)_CSWinClient.msi

Now, the MSI installer file can be integrated with your deployment tool.