Answer File

[Guest]

Is ristndrd.sif the answer file that all RIS based images utilize for the
image installation when you want to automate the process?

If so, does each image need it's own ristndrd.sif file in the
\..\I386\template directory?

 

[Guest]

Is ristndrd.sif the answer file that all RIS based images utilize for the
image installation when you want to automate the process?

If so, does each image need it's own ristndrd.sif file in the
\..\I386\template directory?

Yes, read these articles here:

How to deploy Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment from an RIS
server by using PXE-enabled clients
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/304992/

Creating an installation imag
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows2000/en/advanced/help/sag_RIS_RISW_Overview.htm
HTH.
Regards,
nass