Script for mapping drives?

Is there a script or anything out there that will automatically map a users H: drive on a network. We do not have any apple servers and I was wondering if it would be possible to do. Also is there anyway for a local user to add printers without giving them the local admin passwords? I work for a University and we are starting to deploy MACs so any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

This probably isn't the best forum for asking these questions since this forum is specifically for issues with installing Mac OS X Server, but here are a couple of resources to get you started:
Automounting shares:
http://www.bombich.com/mactips/automount.html
Running scripts on login/logout:
http://www.bombich.com/mactips/loginhooks.html
I don't know of any way for a user to be able to add a printer without having administrator rights, but you might check out the video from MacWorld 2008 on creating a Limited Administrator Account on this page:
http://www.macworldencore.com/online/presentation.asp#
and see if that would help. There are a lot of resources available for managing Macs; check out some of the other videos on the MacWorld site, and explore http://www.afp548.com/ as well.
If you have further questions, you'll be most likely to get quick and accurate answers if you post in the appropriate Mac OS X area:
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger
Regards.

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Script for mapping drive

Hi,
I have newly implemented the file server in our organization.
Created individual folder for each users with 2GB quota to copy their data. I have created the folder in the name of users domain login ID, is the script is available, for mapping network drive for each user their respective folder.

try creating a batch file like this:
assuming, shared folder is on c drive users_folder.
@echo off
net use u /delete /yes
net use u: \\file_server_name\users_folder\%username%
and run it as a logon script
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Login script not mapping drives for users

I am in the process of configuring a new Windows 2008 terminal server in an existing Windows 2003 domain. The TS is installed on a member server running Windows Server 2008 SP2. The problem is that the domain login script (set in group policy) does not seem to be working for the users.
I have a special TS group policy for the new terminal server and have enabled loopback processing on the default domain policy. The only setting configured in the TS policy is the location of the user's terminal server roaming profile. This seems to be working. Other than the login script, other elements of the domain-level group policy, such as folder redirection, seem to be working. When I run the GP result tool on the terminal server, it shows all of the appropriate group policies from both the TS policy and the domain-level policy, including the login script. This login script is vital, since it does drive mapping for a bunch of resources on the domain that users need to run certain programs. The odd thing is that the login script runs for the Administrator account, which uses a separate group policy that has inheritance blocked.
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I realize this is old, but for anyone who comes here after me, here goes. What i found, is that instead of running a vbs script to map the drives, i run a vbs script to get the parameters i need, then i run a batch file from the vbs and pass it the
parameters. For some reason, when the logon script is run as a batch file, all of the drives map, even for users who are local admins. It seems to run in the users current context, unlike a vbs script. Here is an example :
' maps a shared documents folder "S:/" to the same folder as the OU that the user is in.
Set objSysInfo = CreateObject("ADSystemInfo")
strUser = objSysInfo.UserName
Set objUser = GetObject("LDAP://" & strUser)
strUserName = objUser.samAccountName
strOUPath = objUser.Parent
arrContainers = Split(strOUPath, ",")
arrOU = Split(arrContainers(0), "=")
strOU = arrOU(1)
Set objShell = CreateObject("WScript.Shell")
objShell.Run "\\domainname\NETLOGON\Login.bat """ & strOU & """", , TRUE
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:: Initialize variables
set parentOU=%~1
:: Delete all known shares
net use s: /delete
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net use S: "\\domainname\mainshare\%parentOU%" /persistent:yes
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Hanging Login Script for Unmappable Drives

I currently have a login script running on laptops at my work. We consist of two sites, each with their own domain. At Site 1 several drives are mapped using GPOs as the laptops are all bound to Site 1. If users head over to Site 2 though, they experience
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Hi,
Have you tried to use Net use command to finish this job?
Use the Net Use command to map or disconnect a drive
You can use the net use command for batch files and scripts. To use the net use command to map or disconnect a drive:
To map a network drive:
Click Start, and then click Run.
In the Open box, type cmd.
Type net use x: \\computer name\share name, where x: is the drive letter you want to assign to the shared resource.
To disconnect a mapped drive:
Click Start, and then click Run.
In the Open box, type cmd.
Type net use x: /delete, where x: is the drive letter of the shared resource.
Roger Lu
TechNet Community Support

Integration script for Mapping

Is it possible to write an integration script which could connect to an excel file and get its source and target mapping values ?

I just use a simple excel formula to create a ledgerlink format file when people give me big excel files they need put into FDM.
P.S. While I"m not going to write up entirely what you need, I'll give you some help. If you look at this thread : https://forums.oracle.com/forums/thread.jspa?threadID=2291710 I posted a script that creates a true Excel file. You can use a lot of that code to work in the opposite direction enabling you to read cells from the excel file. This will solve one of your problems, though you still need to work out how to update the map with this info.
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Charles
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Editing Configuration.MOF For Network Printers/Mapped Drives SCCM 2012?

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Error when mapping drive with read only permissions - unc path works fine

Hello,
we have user shares that we map to drive H:. the shares are in the form \\server\user\<loginname>. The shares have full permission and the files and folders have full permission for the user. To be clear, the shared folder is \\server\user. <loginname>
are several folders, one for each user.
We use a vb script to check if a user stores too much data and if yes, we set the permissions for the user to read only and delete (with icacls).
Unfortunately, it this happens, we cannot map the drive anymore on Windows 7 (on Windows XP it works fine). The error is "Permission denied". Interestingly, the user can still open the share with the unc - path.
Is there anything I can do, so that the user still has his drive mapped? Most user are not tech savvy enough to open their share with the unc - path.
Thank You,
Peter

Hi Peter,
Sorry for the delay in reply.
Please disable User Account Control in windows 7 to see if you can see the map drive. In the meantime, I suggest to use GPP instead of logon script to map drive.
GP Preferences Will Reduce Logon Scripts : Mapping Drives
http://blogs.technet.com/b/grouppolicy/archive/2009/02/11/gp-preferences-will-reduce-logon-scripts-mapping-drives.aspx
Please refer to the similar thread below to see if it helps:
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I'm not sure if this is the correct forum, but I have a Windows 8.1 workstation, not domain joined, and I can't see my mapped drives in powershell ISE. I'm trying to open a script for editing that resides on a server, I have the drive mapped in Windows
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Thanks

Hi,
As what you mentioned that you can get the Network drive mapped by UNC name, but the credential is required. Would you please let me know what name you use in script to map drive bring you the issue?
Here I just would like to share you that you can save the credential locally on your computer by Credential Manager。
Please type "Credential Manager" in the Windows Search and add a generic credential:
Address: \\NetworkAttachedName
Login: \LoginName
Pass: ******
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First enable app crash dump collection by copying following words into notepad, saving it as dump.reg and importing it:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\Windows Error Reporting\localdumps\powershell_ise.exe]
"DumpFolder"=hex(2):63,00,3a,00,5c,00,63,00,72,00,61,00,73,00,68,00,64,00,75,\
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"DumpCount"=dword:00000010
"DumpType"=dword:00000001
"CustomDumpFlags"=dword:00000000
Then, please repro the issue. If No response error appears, please find the crashdump file under c:\.
Look forward to your response.
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Cannot open Office documents through mapped drives - Opens Office start screen

Hi all,
So very strange issue here. (Windows 7 - Office2013 with Office365 subscription)
We have a user who reported that when they opened anything in Word or Excel etc, it simply does not open and instead goes to the Word (for example) start screen where it asks if you would like to start blank document etc.
Strange thing is, after some troubleshooting, I found that this issue only occurs when opening from the file server. Desktop is fine. Even stranger is that it only happens when opening the document via the mapped drives. When going through the full path
in explorer it works fine.
I have tried the below...
Office repair and clean re-install
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Disconnecting and re-adding mapped drives
Logging into another computer with this user works fine.
Logging in as another user on the laptop works fine too.
Thanks
Glen

Hi,
Since you have mentioned:
"Logging into another computer with this user works fine.
Logging in as another user on the laptop works fine too."
It's just an issue with the specific user on the specific computer, probably the Windows Profile has been corrupted.
The detailed steps to fix the corrupted user profile, please refer to this article below:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-hk/windows/fix-corrupted-user-profile#1TC=windows-7
If your computer is on a domain:
Open Microsoft Management Console by clicking the Start button
, typing
mmc into the search box, and then pressing Enter.‌ If you're prompted
for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
In the left pane of Microsoft Management Console, click Local Users and Groups.
If you don't see Local Users and Groups
If you don't see Local Users and Groups, it's probably because that snap-in hasn't been added to Microsoft Management Console. Follow these steps to install it:
In Microsoft Management Console, click the File menu, and then click
Add/Remove Snap-in.
Click Local Users and Groups, and then click Add.
Click Local computer, click Finish, and then click
OK.
Click the Users folder.
Click the Action menu, and then click New User.
Type the appropriate information in the dialog box, and then click Create.
When you are finished creating user accounts, click Close.
Restart the PC.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Melon Chen
TechNet Community Support

List mapped drives for all users

Is there a way to list all mapped drives for every user in the domain? I'd like to export it out to csv.

Hi Ctrl,
We can use "net use" or Wmi query "Get-WmiObject Win32_MappedLogicalDisk " in powershell, however, these methods has some limitations, whether the current user which is used to remote access has Administrative privileges
to their computer can determine whether that returns anything or not.
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Top Questions for HERE Maps & Drive & Transit

This thread is to share some of the common issues that are being raised in relation to the HERE Maps, HERE Drive and HERE Transit releases.
Currently split in to the following sections:
HERE Maps for Windows Phone
HERE Drive for Windows Phone
HERE Transit for Windows Phone
Nokia Maps & Drive for Symbian
HERE Maps for Windows Phone
Can I sync my Maps favourites from my Symbian phone to my Windows Phone?
Yes. Just sync the favourites on your Symbian phone with here.com. See the user guide of your Symbian phone for info on how to do this.
Your favourites in here.com are automatically synced with your Windows Phone, if you're signed in to your Nokia account with your phone.
Does HERE Maps work offline?
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With Nokia Maps on the Windows Phone 7 devices you need an online connection. In these devices the map data is streamed on as needed basis and it is not cached.
Can I start Drive navigation from HERE Maps in my Nokia Lumia phone?
Yes, on Windows Phone 8 devices you can start drive navigation from HERE Maps.
On Windows Phone 7 devices you need to go to the Nokia Drive application to start the navigation.
Why can't HERE Maps find my location?
Check that you've allowed HERE Maps and your phone to find your location.
In HERE Maps
Go to Settings in the HERE Maps app and turn on Use your location
In your phone settings
In your phone's main menu, tap Settings > location > on.
Things that can affect your GPS signal may include: being indoors, tall buildings, poor weather and some car windscreens. You'll also get a better fix on your location if you've got a data connection.
HERE Drive for Windows Phone
Can I use HERE Drive without a data connection?
Yes. To use HERE Drive offline, tap Settings and choose Connection. You can then toggle between offline and online.
Search results might be limited in offline mode. To be able to navigate offline, you need to download a map to your phone.
What is the difference between HERE Maps and HERE Drive?
HERE Drive is an application for voice-guided turn-by-turn driving navigation. HERE Maps is a map application which shows your current position and interesting places around you. You can also plan routes in HERE Maps but the app will launch HERE Drive for turn-by-turn navigation
What's the difference between HERE Drive and HERE Drive+?
HERE Drive offers turn-by-turn navigation in a single country or area, depending on the country of your SIM. Worldwide navigation is possible by purchasing an upgrade.
HERE Drive+ is a premium app that comes with worldwide turn-by-turn navigation from the start. You can use it with or without a SIM.
Users of HERE Drive can buy an upgrade to HERE Drive+ through the Windows Phone Store.
HERE Transit for Windows Phone
How do I install the HERE Transit application in my Windows Phone?
Download and install HERE Transit from Microsoft Store. Start Store in your phone and search for HERE Transit or browse in Nokia collection.
In Windows Phone 7 devices the corresponding app is Nokia Transport and it can be installed from Marketplace.
Why can't HERE Transit find my route?
If you're having trouble getting a route:
Make sure the date, time and time zone on your phone are set properly.
Check that you've got a data connection.
A point in your route might be in a region where no transport info is available.
The route is too long. HERE Transit is designed for use with local city public transport, not national or international transport.
Can I save routes in HERE Transit?
You can pin a journey from your current location as a tile to your Windows Phone start screen.
Select the options icon at the bottom of the screen, and then the pin icon.
Nokia Maps & Drive for Symbian
How do I install Maps 3.09 in my phone?
Maps 3.09 is available for compatible devices as part of the Nokia Maps Suite 2.0 bundle. Installing Nokia Maps Suite 2.0 will install the following applications in your phone:
Nokia Maps 3.09
Drive
Places widget
Public Transport v2
Weather (not available in China)
Guides
Check in (only available in China)
Map Loader
You can install Nokia Maps Suite on your phone through one of the channels below:
SW Update menu on your phone
Nokia Suite (select Software updates > Applications available)
Nokia Store (search for Nokia Maps Suite 2.0)
When installing via SW Update menu or from Nokia Store, it is recommended to use a Wi-Fi connection or a cellular connection with data plan because a large amount of data will be transferred during the installation. Note that the installation may take a while to complete.
After the installation you can launch the applications from the phone menu. You can add the application widgets also on the home screen (Map Apps, Places nearby).
Can Nokia Maps be used in offline mode to avoid data costs?
Maps can be used offline to avoid data charges, however the following will not be available in Offline Mode:
View Satellite maps
View Terrain maps
Search the latest address/POI database
Real-time Traffic and Safety updates
Share your status, photos and location to your Facebook profile (Maps 3.03 and later)
Get Weather forecasts
See local event info from WCities (Maps 3.03 and later)
Access Lonely Planet city guides (Maps 3.03 and later)
Access the Michelin restaurant guide (Maps 3.03 and later)
Synchronize your locations with Nokia Maps on the internet
You can switch between Online and Offline mode by going to the Maps Settings and
Select Internet or General
Select Connection or Go Online at Start-up
Please Note: Switching between Online and Offline mode in Maps will not prevent data charges through the user of Positioning settings such as AGPS and WiFi/Network positioning. These will need to be turned off in the Positioning Settings on your phone. Please see your phone manual for more information.
How do I know if there is an update available for the map data in Nokia Maps 3.x?
You can check if your device has the latest compatible Map data simply by connecting your device to a PC running Nokia Suite and selecting View > Go To > Maps.
If you are using Mac, download Map Loader for Mac and then check if there's an available update for Map data (applies only for Maps 3.04 and older, version 3.06 and later not supporting Map Loader for Mac).
With Maps 3.06 and later you can check the availability of map data updates and do the update over Wi-Fi (WLAN) connection by selecting:
Maps 3.06: Update > Check for updates.
Maps 3.08 and later: Map Loader > Check for updates.
How can I start Drive navigation in Maps 3.08 (and later)?
There is an icon for the Drive application available on your phone's home screen.
You can also start drive navigation from Maps:
1. Search for the destination.
2. Select the place on the map and its information area at the top of the screen.
3. Select Navigate, and Drive here.
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Sorry, I'd like to unresolve this. The workaround mentioned is not a solution.
I travel to loads of places by motorcycle, and going off the beaten track is wonderful. Since I upgraded My E6-00 and C7-00 to a Lumia 920, I'm back to allowing the SatNav (phone) to decide where I go. Boring dual carriageways and bypasses are now my natural habitat - bah humbug. Afterall, the phone is in my pocket (safe from weather), headphones in my helmet - I can't constantly look at a map. Having multiple 'favourites' and planning from one to the next isn't workable. Fair enough the Lumia 920 is usable with gloves on (major plus for a biker, come on you marketing people!) but I don't fancy re-routing all the time by the side of a road.
I'm also planning a charity cycle ride over 100s of miles this Summer, and while that can be done in BikeRouteToaster, Google Maps etc, there is no import function into 'HERE' that I can see. It's impossible to plan a route on the device itself. Yes it can route walker (I can't seem to get turn by turn working for that, but nevermind), public transport and car, I have an option to avoid motorways etc, but cycle route planning needs consideration for height metres, unpaved/paved roads (Google StreetView etc used a lot to find a Sustrans route is actually unfit for road bikes) etc. So.. Importing a route planned elsewhere (gpx, kml or something) would be a real alternative, or a workaround. Asking the device to do its own planning from one point to another really isn't workable.
Please make the Nokia's USP an actual USP again?

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it what to do. Search fro posts on RoboCopy.
¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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- Check if a desired mapped drive is connected and if its disconnected reconnect to it
- Receive related errors that may occur during attempting a connection to a mapped drive (i.e. path cannot be found, etc...)
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You may want to take a look at the following Knowledgbase articles on NI.com
How Does LabVIEW Find Which Disk Drives Are in My Computer?
http://digital.ni.com/public.nsf/websearch/9DFF8F1788A7171A86256D10003776C0?OpenDocument
How Can I Programmatically Map a Network Drive in LabVIEW on a Windows 2000/XP Machine?
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Map updates for Symbian version of Nokia Maps/Driv...

The last map update I had for my Nokia 808 is from back in April of this year.
Is Nokia no longer providing map updates for the Symbian version of Nokia Maps/Drive software?
This would be VERY disappointing if so.
Please respond, and not ignore this question.
thank you

thanks!
But sadly Nokia didn't even have the manners to respond in that thread either.. so there is still no answer.
I just dropped $550 on a Nokia 808 Pureview, with the assumption that I will have good GPS software...
Now Nokia is abandoning map updates for symbian?
I will be outraged if this is the case..
NOKIA please respond!!

Looking for a script which gives Drive,Diskspacefree,Databasename,Filename,Filetype,Filesize,Spaceused,spacefree,free(%),MaxsizeMB,autogrowthsize,Filegroup

Hi All,
I need a T-script for sql 2005 and 2008 which should give output as:
Looking for a script which gives Drive,Diskspacefree,Databasename,Filename,Filetype,Filesize,Spaceused,spacefree,free(%),MaxsizeMB,autogrowthsize,Filegroup

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Diskspacefree,
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spacefree,
free(%),
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