Msbatch.inf Parameters: Disable Password Caching (157265)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 95
This article was previously published under Q157265

SUMMARY

This article describes how to disable password caching using the Msbatch.inf file for batch installations of Windows 95.

MORE INFORMATION

Microsoft does not encourage or support changes to .inf files; therefore, Microsoft Technical Support does not support the procedure in this article. Although we have tested the following procedure and it appears to function as described, make a backup copy of your .inf file before you proceed.

In the Msbatch.inf file, modify the [Install] section to include the following line: 
   AddReg=NoPwCache
Also, add the following section and key: 
   [NoPwCache]
   HKLM,"SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\ 
   Network",DisablePwdCaching,1,01,00,00,00
NOTE: Type the above line all on one line. It will not work if entered as two lines.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/17/2000
Keywords:KB157265
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