Recently we posted about nLite tool for Windows XP users:
nLite: Customize Windows XP Setup and Remove Unwanted Components
vLite is a similar tool for customizing the Windows Vista installation before actually installing it.
Main features are:
- hotfix, language pack and driver integration
- component removal
- unattended setup
- tweaks
- split/merge Vista installation CDs
- create ISO and burn bootable CD/DVD
Windows Vista from Microsoft takes a lot of resources, we all know that. vLite provides you with an easy removal of the unwanted components in order to make Vista run faster and to your liking.
This tool doesn't use any kind of hacking, all files and registry entries are protected as they would be if you install the unedited version only with the changes you select.
It configures the installation directly before the installation, meaning you'll have to remake the ISO and reinstall it. This method is much cleaner, not to mention easier and more logical than doing it after installation on every reinstall.
This article was posted by VG in following section: Software, Windows Vista.
If you enjoyed this article, you can subscribe to our RSS feed or free newsletter to get all new articles directly in your Inbox. Also check out our most popular articles and archive to read other interesting articles. If you have some news or tip to share, please send us.
goldi
Vlite not working for service pack 1 integration. Hi vishal i have windows vista all edition in 1 rtm dvd. & service pack 1 setup (obtain from microsoft.com). when i try to integrate it in vista setup files, it ask to select only 1 version of windows (that is starter or home basic or home premium or ultimate) i am unable to select all edition. When i select 1 edition & give path of service pack 1. process starts & after 10 minutes vlite says failed to integrate service pack. While windows can accept service pack when i install in it .................. pls help............................
VG
^^ Ddi you try with latest beta version?
Rajat Jain
i'd like to note here that the vlite customization tool doesn't work with an all in one version edition dvd & will always fail whatever times you may try even with a beta version .
Jonnybl@ze
Hi VG. You have an absolutely great site with some amazing content. THANK YOU! I wish I would have found it a few years ago. Anyways, I have three questions.
1. Do you know of anyone working on a lite version for Windows 7?
2. Is there a way to add the tweaks that you have on your site, to the install dvd/usb drive, so the tweaks are there when the OS is installed?
3. Have you tried any unattended installs with Windows 7? If so, could you post a tutorial?
Again, thank you very much for the great info.
VG
^^ You can use this software vLite to create customized versions of Windows 7 setup. But personally I have not tried it yet.