Published: October 2023 (Updated for latest monthly releases)
Run validation tools like Pester or the PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit's built-in tests. Once your repackaged MSI or PSADT script is ready: repack latest power bi desktop version work
[HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Power BI Desktop] "DisableAutoUpdate"=dword:00000001 When you repack, custom organization visuals may still trigger security warnings. Pre-approve them via the CustomVisuals folder in ProgramData . 4. Excel integration (Analyze in Excel) Power BI Desktop registers COM components. Your repackaged MSI must elevate these registrations to HKLM, not HKCU. Use the MsiRegisterCOM table in your repack tool. Step 6: Testing Your Repackaged Installer Before deploying to 1,000 users, test on: Use the MsiRegisterCOM table in your repack tool
| Tool | Type | Best for | Cost | |------|------|----------|------| | | Professional | Large enterprises | Paid | | Advanced Installer | Professional | Full control | Paid (trial available) | | Master Packager | Professional | Modern MSI creation | Freemium | | EMCO MSI Package Builder | Entry-level | Simple repacks | Paid | | PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT) | Script-based | Flexible, free | Free | system-wide deployment package.
This is where comes in. Repackaging the latest version of Power BI Desktop allows you to transform the standard installer into a customized, silent, system-wide deployment package.