Windows Installer tracks files by components, which usually consist of an executable file and possibly its shortcuts or other resources. If a file is installed in a single directory by two different installers, using two different component codes, Windows Installer cannot recognize that the file is in use by two applications, and so either being uninstalled will remove it.
You might want to take a look at the Microsoft Windows Installer documentation on components and how they work to see how you need to install your files. If you are installing files that are not yours, you may want to look into using merge modules or installs provided by the author, instead of including them with new component codes as though they were your own. Hope this helps. -----Original Message----- From: Jim [mailto:jimoth...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2011 6:27 AM To: wix-users@lists.sourceforge.net Subject: [WiX-users] Leave files which existed before installation after uninstall Hi, I am very new to wix and I want to create an install which upon removal leaves behind any files which are part of my installer but existed before I installed my application. I am not sure the best way of achieving this (or even if it is possible). The files in my installer may well be identical to those that already exist. My experiments so far show that upon removal files that existed before the installation are removed and I am not sure how to prevent that (or even if you can) Thanks Jim ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Benefiting from Server Virtualization: Beyond Initial Workload Consolidation -- Increasing the use of server virtualization is a top priority.Virtualization can reduce costs, simplify management, and improve application availability and disaster protection. Learn more about boosting the value of server virtualization. http://p.sf.net/sfu/vmware-sfdev2dev _______________________________________________ WiX-users mailing list WiX-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/wix-users NOTICE: This electronic mail message and any files transmitted with it are intended exclusively for the individual or entity to which it is addressed. The message, together with any attachment, may contain confidential and/or privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, printing, saving, copying, disclosure or distribution is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately advise the sender by reply email and delete all copies. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Fulfilling the Lean Software Promise Lean software platforms are now widely adopted and the benefits have been demonstrated beyond question. Learn why your peers are replacing JEE containers with lightweight application servers - and what you can gain from the move. http://p.sf.net/sfu/vmware-sfemails _______________________________________________ WiX-users mailing list WiX-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/wix-users
