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    Latest Power Bi Desktop Version Work: Repack

    Run validation tools like Pester or the PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit's built-in tests. Once your repackaged MSI or PSADT script is ready:

    | Aspect | Standard Installer | Enterprise Need | |--------|--------------------|------------------| | Installation scope | Per-user (AppData) | Per-machine (Program Files) | | Admin rights | Required every time | One-time elevation | | Customization | None | Pre-configured settings, data sources | | Silent deployment | Limited | Full automation (SCCM/Intune) | | Version control | Manual updates | Controlled rollouts | repack latest power bi desktop version work

    | 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 | Run validation tools like Pester or the PowerShell

    | Test case | Expected result | |-----------|------------------| | Clean Windows 10 VM | Installs silently to Program Files | | Standard user (no admin rights) | Installs without UAC prompt (deployed via SCCM) | | User launches Power BI | No first-time setup dialogs | | Custom connectors visible | Present and trusted | | Windows update | Does not revert your changes | Use the MsiRegisterCOM table in your repack tool

    [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: