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Uninstallwinclient Exe Landesk Management: What You Need to Know
If you are using Ivanti Endpoint Manager (formerly Landesk Management Suite) to manage your Windows devices, you might have encountered a utility called Uninstallwinclient Exe. This utility is designed to help you uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from Windows devices in various scenarios. In this article, we will explain what Uninstallwinclient Exe is, why you might want to use it, how to use it, what to do after using it, and some alternatives to it.
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What is Uninstallwinclient Exe?
Uninstallwinclient Exe is a utility that is included in the LDMain share, which is the main ManagementSuite program folder (%ldms_home%/ldmain). Only administrators have access to this share. This utility can uninstall Endpoint Manager agents on any device it runs on. You can move it to any folder you want or add it to a login script. It's a Windows application that runs silently by default (without displaying an interface).
A utility to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from Windows devices
Endpoint Manager agents are software components that enable communication and management between the core server and the managed devices. They provide various features such as discovery, inventory, remote control, software distribution, OS deployment, security management, and more. Sometimes, you might need to uninstall these agents from your Windows devices for various reasons, such as removing unwanted or outdated agents, freeing up disk space and improving performance, troubleshooting agent-related issues or conflicts, or preparing for a new agent deployment.
How it works and what it removes
When you run Uninstallwinclient Exe on a device, it will remove all Endpoint Manager agent files except some in all users\application data\ such as the APM DB. It will also remove all Endpoint Manager agent start menu shortcuts, services, and registry values and keys except the common API keys containing the Ivanti / LANDESK GUID. The utility will create a log file in %LOCALAPPDATA%\Temp\uninstallwinclient.log that records the removal process and any errors or warnings. The utility will reboot the device after removing the agents unless you use the /NOREBOOT switch. Running this utility won't remove a device from the core database. If you redeploy agents to a device that ran this program, it will be stored in the database as a new device.
Command-line options and switches
Uninstallwinclient Exe has several command-line options and switches that you can use to customize its behavior. Here are some of them:
/NOREBOOT: The device will not be rebooted after the agent removal process completes.
/REBOOT: The device will be prompted to reboot after the agent removal process completes - /SILENT: The device will not display any messages or prompts during the agent removal process. - /SHOW: The device will display a progress bar and a message box during the agent removal process. - /LOG: The device will create a log file in the specified location. For example, /LOG=C:\Temp\uninstall.log - /? or /HELP: The device will display a help message with the available switches and options. You can combine multiple switches and options in one command. For example, Uninstallwinclient.exe /NOREBOOT /SILENT /LOG=C:\Temp\uninstall.log Why You Might Want to Use Uninstallwinclient Exe
There are several scenarios where you might want to use Uninstallwinclient Exe to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your Windows devices. Here are some of them:
To remove unwanted or outdated agents
If you have devices that are no longer managed by Endpoint Manager or that have old versions of agents that are not compatible with your core server, you might want to remove them to avoid confusion and errors. For example, if you have upgraded your core server to a newer version, you might need to uninstall the previous version of agents from your devices before deploying the new ones. Or, if you have decommissioned some devices or transferred them to another organization, you might want to uninstall the agents to prevent them from communicating with your core server.
To free up disk space and improve performance
Endpoint Manager agents can take up some disk space and consume some system resources on your devices. If you have devices that are low on disk space or have performance issues, you might want to uninstall the agents to free up some space and improve the speed and responsiveness of your devices. This can also help you reduce the network traffic and bandwidth usage between your devices and your core server.
To troubleshoot agent-related issues or conflicts
Sometimes, Endpoint Manager agents can cause some problems or conflicts on your devices, such as installation errors, configuration errors, compatibility issues, security issues, or functionality issues. For example, some agents might interfere with other software applications or services on your devices, or some agents might not work properly due to corrupted files or registry entries. In these cases, you might want to uninstall the agents and reinstall them to fix the issues or conflicts.
How to Use Uninstallwinclient Exe
There are several ways to use Uninstallwinclient Exe to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your Windows devices. Here are some of them:
From the Start menu
If you have access to the Start menu on your device, you can use it to run Uninstallwinclient Exe. Here are the steps:
Click the Start button and type Uninstallwinclient.exe in the search box.
Right-click on Uninstallwinclient.exe and select Run as administrator.
If prompted by User Account Control (UAC), click Yes.
The utility will run silently by default and remove the agents from your device.
If needed, reboot your device after the removal process completes.
From the Settings app
If you have access to the Settings app on your device, you can use it to run Uninstallwinclient Exe. Here are the steps:
Click the Start button and select Settings.
Click on Apps and then on Apps & features.
Scroll down and find Ivanti Endpoint Manager Agent or Landesk Management Agent in the list of installed apps.
Click on the app and then on Uninstall.
If prompted by UAC, click Yes.
The utility will run silently by default and remove the agents from your device.
If needed, reboot your device after the removal process completes.
From Control Panel
If you have access to Control Panel on your device, you can use it to run Uninstallwinclient Exe. Here are the steps:
Click the Start button and select Control Panel.
Click on Programs and then on Programs and Features.
Find Ivanti Endpoint Manager Agent or Landesk Management Agent in the list of installed programs.
Right-click on the program and select Uninstall/Change.
If prompted by UAC, click Yes.
The utility will run silently by default and remove the agents from your device.
If needed, reboot your device after the removal process completes.
From the ldmain share or a login script
If you have access to the ldmain share or a login script on your device, you can use them to run Uninstallwinclient Exe. Here are the steps:
Navigate to the ldmain share on your core server (\\\ldmain) or a login script that contains Uninstallwinclient Exe.
Copy Uninstallwinclient Exe to a folder on your device or a network location that you can access from your device.
Open a command prompt as an administrator on your device.
Type the path to Uninstallwinclient Exe and any switches or options that you want to use. For example, C:\Temp\Uninstallwinclient.exe /NOREBOOT /SILENT /LOG=C:\Temp\uninstall.log
Press Enter to run the utility and remove the agents from your device.
If needed, reboot your device after the removal process completes.
As an executable distribution package
If you have access to the Endpoint Manager console on your core server, you can create an executable distribution package that contains Uninstallwinclient Exe and deploy it to your devices. Here are the steps:
Open the Endpoint Manager console on your core server.
Click on Tools and then on Distribution > Distribution Packages.
Right-click on My Packages and select New > Windows > Executable Package.
Type a name and a description for the package. For example, Uninstall Endpoint Manager Agents.
Click on Browse and select Uninstallwinclient Exe from the ldmain share or another location where you have copied it.
Type any switches or options that you want to use in the Command line field. For example, /NOREBOOT /SILENT /LOG=C:\Temp\uninstall.log
Click Save to create the package.
Right-click on the package and select Create Scheduled Task or Policy Supported Push (depending on how you want to deploy it).
Select the devices that you want to uninstall the agents from and drag them to the task or policy window.
Configure the task or policy settings as needed and click Save Changes.
The package will run Uninstallwinclient Exe on the selected devices and remove the agents from them.
If needed, reboot the devices after the removal process completes.
What to Do After Using Uninstallwinclient Exe
After using Uninstallwinclient Exe to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your devices, there are some things that you might want to do. Here are some of them:
Reboot the device if needed
If you didn't use the /NOREBOOT switch when running Uninstallwinclient Exe, your device will be rebooted automatically after the agent removal process completes. This is necessary to ensure that all agent files, services, and registry entries are removed completely. If you used the /NOREBOOT switch, you might want to reboot your device manually later when it's convenient for you. This will also help you verify that the agents are no longer running on your device.
Check the log file for errors or warnings
Uninstallwinclient Exe will create a log file in %LOCALAPPDATA%\Temp\uninstallwinclient.log by default, unless you specify a different location using the /LOG switch. You might want to check this log file for any errors or warnings that occurred during the agent removal process. For example, you might see messages like "Failed to delete file" or "Failed to delete registry key" if some agent files or registry entries were locked or in use by another process. You might also see messages like "Reboot required" or "Reboot pending" if some agent components could not be removed until the device is rebooted. You can use these messages to troubleshoot any issues or verify that the agent removal was successful.
Redeploy agents if necessary
If you uninstalled Endpoint Manager agents from your devices for troubleshooting purposes or to prepare for a new agent deployment, you might want to redeploy the agents after using Uninstallwinclient Exe. You can use the Endpoint Manager console on your core server to create and deploy agent configuration packages to your devices. You can also use other methods such as push installation, self-electing subnet services (SENS), or advanced agent to deploy agents to your devices. You can customize the agent features and settings according to your needs and preferences. After deploying the agents, you can verify that they are working properly and communicating with your core server.
Alternatives to Uninstallwinclient Exe
Uninstallwinclient Exe is not the only way to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your Windows devices. There are some alternatives that you can use if you prefer a different method or if Uninstallwinclient Exe is not available or not working for some reason. Here are some of them:
The program's uninstall.exe file
Each Endpoint Manager agent has an uninstall.exe file in its installation folder (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\LANDesk\LDClient or C:\Program Files\Ivanti\Endpoint Manager\LDClient). You can run this file to uninstall the agent from your device. This file will display a confirmation message before removing the agent. It will also create a log file in %TEMP%\uninstall.log that records the uninstallation process and any errors or warnings. This file will reboot your device after removing the agent unless you use the /NOREBOOT switch.
Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell commands
You can use Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell commands to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your devices. You can use the wmic command or the Get-WmiObject cmdlet to query and remove the agent programs from your devices. For example, you can use the following command to uninstall Ivanti Endpoint Manager Agent from your device:
wmic product where "name like 'Ivanti Endpoint Manager Agent%'" call uninstall /nointeractive
This command will run silently and remove the agent from your device without prompting you for confirmation. It will also create a log file in %TEMP%\uninstall.log that records the uninstallation process and any errors or warnings. This command will reboot your device after removing the agent unless you use the /NOREBOOT switch.
Windows Registry and Run commands
You can use Windows Registry and Run commands to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your devices. You can use the reg command or the Registry Editor to find and delete the agent programs from your devices. For example, you can use the following command to delete Ivanti Endpoint Manager Agent from your device:
reg delete HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\F8B9E5D9-7C0A-4C6B-8E0F-0A1C7B1F8E1A /f
This command will delete the registry key that contains information about Ivanti Endpoint Manager Agent on your device. It will not prompt you for confirmation or create a log file. It will also not remove any agent files, services, or registry entries from your device. You will need to manually delete them or use another method to remove them completely.
Third-party uninstallers
You can use third-party uninstallers to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your devices. These are software applications that can help you remove programs and their associated files, services, and registry entries from your devices. Some examples of third-party uninstallers are Revo Uninstaller, IObit Uninstaller, Geek Uninstaller, and CCleaner. These applications have various features and options that you can use to customize and optimize the uninstallation process. For example, you can use them to scan for leftover files or registry entries, to create backups or restore points, to force uninstall stubborn programs, or to batch uninstall multiple programs at once. However, you should be careful when using third-party uninstallers, as they might remove some files or registry entries that are needed by other programs or by the system. You should also check the reliability and reputation of the third-party uninstallers before using them.
Conclusion
Uninstallwinclient Exe is a useful utility that can help you uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your Windows devices in various scenarios. It can remove all agent files, services, and registry entries except some common ones. It can run silently or with a user interface, and it can create a log file that records the removal process. It can also reboot your device after removing the agents unless you use the /NOREBOOT switch. You can run Uninstallwinclient Exe from the Start menu, the Settings app, Control Panel, the ldmain share or a login script, or as an executable distribution package. You can also use some command-line options and switches to customize its behavior. After using Uninstallwinclient Exe, you might want to reboot your device if needed, check the log file for errors or warnings, and redeploy agents if necessary. Alternatively, you can use other methods to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from your devices, such as the program's uninstall.exe file, Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell commands, Windows Registry and Run commands, or third-party uninstallers. However, you should be careful when using these methods, as they might have some limitations or risks.
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about Uninstallwinclient Exe:
Q: Can I use Uninstallwinclient Exe to uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from non-Windows devices?
A: No, Uninstallwinclient Exe only works on Windows devices. To uninstall Endpoint Manager agents from non-Windows devices, such as Mac OS X or Linux devices, you need to use different methods depending on the device type and agent version. For more information, see [this article].
Q: Can I use Uninstallwinclient Exe to uninstall other Ivanti or Landesk products from my devices?
A: No, Uninstallwinclient Exe only works on Endpoint Manager agents. To uninstall other Ivanti or Landesk products from your devices, such as Endpoint Security or Service Desk, you need to use different methods depending on the product type and version. For more information, see [this article].
Q: Can I use Uninstallwinclient Exe to remove a device from the core database?
A: No, Uninstallwinclient Exe only removes Endpoint Manager agents from your devices. It does not remove a device from the core database. If you want to remove a device from the core database, you need to use the Endpoint Manager console on your core server and delete the device record manually. For more information, see [this article].
Q: Can I use Uninstallwinclient Exe to reinstall Endpoint Manager agents on my devices?
A: No, Uninstallwinclient Exe only uninstalls Endpoint Manager agents from your devices. It does not reinstall them. If you want to reinstall Endpoint Manager agents on your devices, you need to use the Endpoint Manager console on your core server and create and deploy agent configuration packages to your devices. For more information, see [this article].
Q: Can I use Uninstallwinclient Exe to upgrade Endpoint Manager agents on my devices?
A: No, Uninstallwinclient Exe only uninstalls Endpoint Manager agents from your devices. It does not upgrade them. If you want to upgrade Endpoint Manager agents on your devices, you need to use the Endpoint Manager console on your core server and create and deploy agent upgrade packages to your devices. For more information, see [this article]. dcd2dc6462