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inf2cat driver signing for Windows 10 Enterprise?
inf2cat
is a tool provided by Microsoft to create and verify catalog files for driver packages. Catalog files are used to verify the integrity and authenticity of driver files during the installation process.
To use inf2cat
for driver signing on Windows 10 Enterprise, follow these steps:
Install Windows Driver Kit (WDK):
Download and install the Windows Driver Kit (WDK) that matches the version of Windows you are targeting. You can download the WDK from the official Microsoft website.Create an INF File:
First, you need to create an INF file that describes the driver package and its contents. The INF file should include information about the driver's files, registry entries, and other installation details.Generate a Catalog File:
Useinf2cat
to generate a catalog file from your INF file. Open a command prompt with administrative privileges and navigate to the directory containing your INF file. Then, run the following command to generate the catalog file:batchinf2cat /driver:path-to-inf /os:version
Replace
path-to-inf
with the path to your INF file andversion
with the Windows version you are targeting (e.g.,7
,8
,10
, etc.).Sign the Catalog File:
Once you have generated the catalog file, you need to sign it using a valid code signing certificate. You can use tools likesigntool
(part of the Windows SDK) to sign the catalog file.batchsigntool sign /v /n "Your Company Name" /t http://timestamp.verisign.com/scripts/timstamp.dll path-to-catalog-file
Replace
"Your Company Name"
with your actual company name andpath-to-catalog-file
with the path to your generated catalog file.Add the Catalog File to the INF:
Update your INF file to include a reference to the signed catalog file. Add the following line under the[Version]
section of your INF file:cssCatalogFile=path-to-catalog-file
Replace
path-to-catalog-file
with the path to your signed catalog file.Test and Deploy:
Test the driver package on a Windows 10 Enterprise machine. You can install the driver using Device Manager or another appropriate installation method.
It's important to note that driver signing and deployment can be complex, and the steps outlined here provide a general overview. Depending on the driver and target environment, there may be additional considerations or requirements.
Also, keep in mind that the process of signing drivers can change over time, so it's a good idea to refer to the official Microsoft documentation and resources for the most up-to-date information.