On Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:22:01 +1300 Tom Munro Glass wrote: > Although I am using Mandriva, I suspect this question would apply to many > distros. > > I need to install Mandriva on several machines, and each installation needs > to > be set up the same way with a number of packages installed, the same > users/passwords defined, etc. It seems to me that what I need to do is > install and configure a master machine, then create some kind of installation > image from this, but I don't know where to start. > > Any pointers would be much appreciated.
Yes, you do need to install on one master machine first. At the end of the install there is an option to record the packages installed on external media which you can use for other installs. However, this is only useful if you take the time and effort to select the packages you want individually via the 'Custom Install' option - I warn you, this is a very time-consuming process. John
