We are building a project with your software (12.3.1) which archives files into a single CAB file which is included in the MSI database. So basically, we distribute only one file which is the MSI.
We are on the verge of passing the 2 GB limit for the size of a CAB file and we are looking for a solution which would permit us to continue distributing a single MSI file. We cannot distribute a EXE file or an MSI file with multiple CAB files.
In the 'Builds' pane 'Archive' section, if we choose 'Multiple volumes', the CAB files are external to the MSI. Same thing with 'Advanced CAB layout' even if I select 'Include CAB into the MSI database' in the 'Advanced CAB Layout' pane. When I do this, save the project, close AI then reopen AI and open the project, the option is unselected.
Is there a way to accomplish what we want. Basically, is there a way to include multiple CAB files inside the MSI or by another means have an MSI larger than 2 GB?
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Re: MSI larger than 2 GB
Hi,
I'm afraid that the Operating System does not support CAB files larger than 2GB and thus, no single MSI larger that 2GB can be created. The only options are to place the resources outside the MSI package or to create an EXE setup.
An alternative solution, if you have some very large files, is to download them during the installation using the "File Download" operation.
Best regards,
Eusebiu
I'm afraid that the Operating System does not support CAB files larger than 2GB and thus, no single MSI larger that 2GB can be created. The only options are to place the resources outside the MSI package or to create an EXE setup.
An alternative solution, if you have some very large files, is to download them during the installation using the "File Download" operation.
Best regards,
Eusebiu
Re: MSI larger than 2 GB
So is it impossible to include more than 1 CAB file in a MSI? For example, to include 3 CAB files of 1 GB each in the MSI database therefore allowing to exceed the 2 GB size limit?
Re: MSI larger than 2 GB
Hi,
Windows Installer has its limitations when it comes to managing large file installation. We’ll explore the available options for building installers with very large resources.
Before diving into, let’s summarize the current MSI limitations. The MSI utilizes CAB (Cabinet) files as storage containers for the files it includes.
Best regards,
Dan
Windows Installer has its limitations when it comes to managing large file installation. We’ll explore the available options for building installers with very large resources.
Before diving into, let’s summarize the current MSI limitations. The MSI utilizes CAB (Cabinet) files as storage containers for the files it includes.
- Cab Maximum File Size: The maximum size of a CAB file is 2 GB. This limitation is imposed by the CAB file format itself.
- Installer size: The MSI with resources inside cannot exceed 2 GB and EXE with resources inside cannot exceed 4GB. This is a Windows limitation.
Best regards,
Dan