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Create Default Parameters

Initially, there are no parameters; you must create them and set their default values before you can define parameters for computer groups (group parameters) or individual target computers (individual parameters).

To create a parameter you can use the Packager graphical user interface (GUI) or use editors or other tools on the Packaging Computer. You can also generate parameters automatically using third-party software, such as Microsoft Excel tables.

To create a default parameter using the Client Parameters window

1. Choose Edit, Client Parameters from the Packager main menu.

   The Client Parameters window appears.

2. Select the yellow Default icon on the left pane

   Note: You cannot be using a PC group object or individual PC object.

3. Right-click in the right pane and select Add Parameter from the context menu.
4. Enter a parameter name, specify the value range, the default value, and optional description for the parameter.
5. Click OK.

   The default parameter is created.

To create default parameters using another approach

1. Prepare the product version and modify all places you want to parameterize.
2. Issue the Check Parameters function for the product version.
3. If a parameter is found that is not defined, the Specify Parameter Default Values dialog pops up.
4. Enter the default value

   The parameter is automatically added to the parameter archive.

For instructions to create computer groups or individual target computers and assign new parameter values to them, see Modifying Default Parameters for Computer Groups and Individual Computers.

More information:

Modifying Default Parameters for Computer Groups and Individual Computers