Q&A

What is a network logon script?

What is a network logon script?

A logon script for Windows Server is a batch file that’s run automatically whenever a user logs on. The most common reason for using a logon script is to map the network shares that the user needs access to.

Where can I find logon scripts?

Logon scripts are generally stored on the domain controller in the Netlogon share, which is located at %systemroot%\System32\Repl\Imports\Scripts folder. Once this script is placed in the Netlogon share, it will automatically replicate to all domain controllers in the domain.

Where are GPO scripts stored?

GPO’s are stored partly in your Active Directory database and partly in the replicated Sysvol folder shared by domain controllers.

Do logon scripts run as administrator?

Logon scripts cannot be elevated. Only an admin can elevate a script. It would be better if you said what the scrip needs to do that requires admin privileges. Most things can be done by GP once you know what it is you are trying to do.

How do I get a Windows script to run on startup?

On Windows, the simplest way of running a program at startup is to place an executable file in the Startup folder. All the programs that are in this folder will be executed automatically when the computer opens. You can open this folder more easily by pressing WINDOWS KEY + R and then copying this text shell:startup .

How do I run a script as administrator?

Following is a work-around:

  1. Create a shortcut of the . bat file.
  2. Open the properties of the shortcut. Under the shortcut tab, click on advanced.
  3. Tick “Run as administrator”

Why do I need a logon script for Windows Server?

A logon script for Windows Server is a batch file that’s run automatically whenever a user logs on. The most common reason for using a logon script is to map the network shares that the user needs access to.

How can I create a logon script to map network?

Thanks for your feedback! You could make the script and put it on the local machine under the User Public in the start up folder. This will run the script when they log in. You can get to that location by looking under All Programs then right-clicking on startup then click Explore All Users.

Where are the logon and logoff scripts located?

Open the Local Group Policy Editor. In the console tree, click Scripts (Logon/Logoff). The path is User Configuration\\Windows Settings\\Scripts (Logon/Logoff). In the results pane, double-click Logoff.

Where do I save a logon script for Windows NT?

Logon scripts are typically created with a text editor and must be saved in specific directories on Windows NT 4.0 servers and Windows 2000 servers. For Windows NT, you need to save the logon script on a primary domain controller in the directory \\winnt\\system32\\repl\\import\\scripts.