vbs scripts as startup scripts

[wuzzle]

This may be a stupid question but can a startup script be a vbs script? I am trying to run a startup vbs script that installs a printer. It works when run locally and seems to run (output of rsop.msc) but the printer never gets installed. Also, the script does not appear in the sysvol of the dc. I know I have to read for domain computers. Any thoughts?

[drbayer]

Yes, you can use VBScript for logon scripts - I've done that for years. You either need to manually copy the file up to the dc (click show files, then drag & drop) or specify the full unc path to the script on another server. In testing, I frequently use wscript.echo or msgbox to pop up some indicator that the script is running - helps me determine if the problem is in the deployment or in the script. You also need to use something like launchapp.wsf (search on MS site) to make the script run properly on Vista clients.

IMO, it's easier to use GP deployed printers or GPPE printers than try doing it through logon scripts.