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This happens to be XP but this is interesting. How do I plug this in, is it a run command under task sequence?

I see the registry entry now, do you recommend under apply Operating System or Apply Data Image 1?

gee, I should have scrolled down all the way, thanks

sccm 2007 r2 I have an OSD that applies a couple apps and it works but it sometimes times out because the computer goes to sleep. Any ideas how I can keep it alive long enough?