Uninstalling software from GPO, then re-installing software


i've deployed adobe reader x through gpo on computer configuration side of policy.  installs fine. few times i've had uninstall adobe reader x locally on users workstation install acrobat. i've seen, when uninstall adobe reader x on users machine, when want install on, group policy not re-install reader x. i've done gpupdate /force number of times , rebooted number of times.  not able install adobe's website. when installing, errors out , says installed, when not.

is default behavior software installations through gpo? tips?

hi,

 the fact gpo not reinstall software automatically expected behavior. gpos install software once, don't track whether software still installed reinstalls , repairs (for need third party package). can initiate reinstall gpo impact clients. 1 workaround remove local registry tag gpo software installation tells gp client installed package before. should result in reinstall once policy refreshed. registry key can found here: hkey_local_machine\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\group policy\appmgmt. 

 the fact can't reinstall regular download adobe's web site different story , indicates uninstall not complete.

 

thanks,

guy



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