Hi all,
I have been trying different approaches to install SQL Server clusters with PS using various methods like invoke-command, creating a scheduled task, running a batch file, etc. without success. I can install the primary node, but am running into problems when I am trying to do the other nodes. Regardless of whether I’ve copied all installation files locally or accessed them via UNC, the issue remains that when I log on interactively with the machine, I can use what I have to do a successful node installation. When I try to do it without interaction, it fails. The SQL installation method is via command line using a config. file and the Addnode installation parameter.
Rather than describe all the failed attempts, I’m hoping I can describe the need & some of the issues I’ve encountered and someone can suggest a solution.
Need
- script must run as elevated
- installation files exist on a UNC path (relative to the remote cluster node where the install occurs)
- script should not require user input or interaction
- script must be able to access the Windows Installer cache
- it is acceptable to use/pass the credentials of the person doing the installation on the primary node to the others
Issues encountered so far:
batch file runs (invoke-command), returns process, but fails immediately (no log info)
powershell script runs a remote PS script (invoke-command), but hangs due to IE Zone setting, preventing exec. PS script exec set to -Bypass or -RemoteSigned script runs as System via schtasks, but cannot access Windows Installer cache
script cannot cache credentials of installer (schtasks)
Let me know if you need more information.