Problems With LockIt 95 v2.3 (rev.98)
Kenn's
19981204: Problems With LockIt 95 v2.3 (rev.98)
December/1998
Tech
Notes
Tech Note #4
When installing LockIt95 v2.3 (rev.98) on some systems, there are numerous errors during the install process, the Permitted Application list does not initialize, ever, and Teacher Applications either doesn't work at all, or the Teacher Access icons don't work.
There are two main causes for this.
One cause is the system is already partially locked up to begin, even though the tech is not aware of this. This results from the default settings for Windows 95, which will automatically download the policy file from the NT server the first time you log on to the domain. If you happen to have a policy file sitting on your server, you'll get it whether you want it or not.
Another cause is Active Desktop. The current version of LockIt 95 is not compatible with Active Desktop.
What has confused the techs who ran the LockIt95 install as team leaders during the summer - when it worked fine - is the fact that neither of these problems were possible during the summer. This is because, during the summer, (a) the team leader diskette created unlocked policy files on the NT server - thereby unlocking all workstations in the domain - and (b) none of the labs had Active Desktop installed.
If you are having the same sorts of problems installing LockIt95 as are described above, you should:
a. Log on as an unlocked user (eg. Teacher) and use the Users applet in Control Panel to delete all profiles except the one you are logged on with.
b. Use the add/remove Programs applet in Control Panel, select Microsoft Internet Explorer, and choose the option "Remove the Desktop Upgrade but leave the browser."
c. Reboot, and log on as a different unlocked user, but answer "NO" when asked if you want to save your settings.
d. Reinstall LockIt95.
Please note: The Active Desktop component cannot be removed from Windows 98, therefore LockIt95 is at this time incompatible with Windows 98.
A new version of LockIt95 is in the works. It will be compatible with Active Desktop, Windows 98, and it may even have an uninstaller! In the meantime, use the steps above to install LockIt95 with Windows 95, and do not attempt to install it on Windows 98.
DISCLAIMER: This document is intended for the reference of computer support personnel within Winnipeg School Division No. 1. There is no warranty or liability if procedures recommended here have an adverse affect on any systems. Use them at your own risk. Any trademarks mentioned are the property of their owners, none of whom have certified any information provided here. Opinions expressed here are personal only and do not represent the policy of Winnipeg School Division No. 1 or any other organization anywhere.
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