FOG snap-ins –

Step 1: Prepare the Installer or Script

• Locate the installer file (such as an .exe, .msi, or .bat script).
• Find the silent installation arguments for the program (e.g., /qn, /quiet, or /silent).
• Pack multiple files into a .zip archive if the installation requires extra configuration or dependency files.

Step 2: Create the Snap-in in the FOG Web UI

• Log in to the FOG Web management console.
• Click the Snapins icon (puzzle piece icon) in the top menu bar.
• Select Create New Snapin from the left-hand menu.
• Fill out the snap-in parameters:
  • Snapin Name: Enter a distinct, clear name for the software.
  • Snapin Run With: Choose the interpreter (e.g., cmd.exe, powershell.exe, or leave blank for standard .msi/.exe files).
  • Snapin Run With Argument: Add flags if using an interpreter (e.g., /c for cmd or -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File for PowerShell).
  • Snapin File: Click Browse and upload your installer or script file.
  • Snapin Arguments: Enter the silent installation switches required by your installer.
• Click the Add button to upload and save the snap-in.

Step 3: Deploy the Snap-in to Hosts

• Navigate to Host Management and select your target computer or a group of computers.
• Click on the Snapins tab in the host management view.
• Link the newly created snap-in to the host and click Update.
• Go to the Basic Tasks or Advanced Tasks menu for that host, select Snapins, and choose All Snapins or Single Snapin to deploy it immediately.
• Ensure the FOG Client service is installed and running on the target machine, as it is responsible for pulling down and executing the task.