This script allows you to change service configuration, Manually or from a file. You can also Save or Load configurations.
To Download go to -> Win Service Configurator Script -Release
Current Version
Script: 1.2.0 (Oct 30, 2022)
This script allows you to change service configuration, Manually or from a file. You can also Save or Load configurations.
Black Viper's Service Configurations from http://www.blackviper.com/ (not the downloaded csv files from the site)
Windows 7 to Windows 11
Need Files
WinServiceConfigurator.ps1
Recommended Files
One or More of the CSV in the appropriate windows version
_WinServiceConfigurator.bat (To run script easier)
README.md (This Readme)
Download/Save the release file in - WinServiceConfigurator Script -Release
Note 1: DO NOT RENAME THE FILES
Note 2: HAVE THE FILES IN THE SAME DIRECTORY
Next follow the Basic Usage or Advanced Usage
Run the Script by bat file _WinServiceConfigurator.bat (Recommended)
or
powershell.exe -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File c:/WinServiceConfigurator.ps1
For the above, Please note you need change the c:/ to the fullpath of your file
Select desired Services Configuration
Select the options you want and then click run script
Use one of the following Methods you can
- Run script or bat file with one (or more) of the switches below
- Edit the script (bottom of file) to change the values
- Edit the bat file (top of file) to change the values to add the switch
| Switch | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| -atos | Accepts the ToS | |
| -auto | Runs the script to be Automated.. Closes on User input, Errors, End of Script) | Implies -atos |
| -lcsc File.csv | Loads Custom Service Configuration | File.csv Name of backup/custom file |
| -sxb | Skips Change to All Xbox Services | |
| -usc | Checks for Update to Script file before running | Auto downloads and runs if found |
| -sic | Skips Internet Check (If checking for update) | Tests by pinging GitHub.com |
| -log | Makes a log file using default name Script.log (default) |
Logs Notices, Errors, & Services changed |
| -log File.log | Makes a log file named File.log | Logs Notices, Errors, & Services changed |
| -baf | File of all the services before and after the script | Services-Before.log and Services-After.log |
| -bsc | Backup Current Service Configuration (CSV file) | Filename will be COMPUTERNAME-Service-Backup.csv |
| -sas | Show Already Set Services | |
| -snis | Shows NOT Installed Services | |
| -sss | Show Skipped Services | |
| -dry | Runs script and shows what will be changed if ran normaly | No Services are changes |
| -css | Change State of Service | From non BlackViper File Only |
| -sds | Stop Disabled Service | |
| -diag | Shows some diagnostic information on error messages | Stops automation |
| -diagf | Forced diagnostic information, Script does nothing else | No Services are changes |
| -devl | Makes a log file with various Diagnostic information | No Services are changes |
| -help | Lists of all the switches, Then exits script | Alt -h |
| -copy | Shows Copyright/License Information, Then exits script |
Switch Examples:
powershell.exe -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File WinServiceConfigurator.ps1 -lcsc MyComp-Service-Backup.csv
Q: The script file looks all messy in notepad, How do I view it?
A: Try using wordpad or what I recommend, Notepad++ https://notepad-plus-plus.org/
Q: Do you accept any donations?
A: If you would like to donate to me Please pick an item/giftcard from my amazon wishlist or Contact me about donating, Thanks. BTW The giftcard amount can be changed to a min of $1.
Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/YBAYWBJES5DE/
Q: I have a suggestion/Issue for the script, how do I suggest it?
A: Do a pull request with the change or submit it as an issue with the suggestion.
Q: How can I contact you?
A: You can also PM me on reddit or email me
1. reddit /u/madbomb122 https://www.reddit.com/user/madbomb122
2. You can email me @ madbomb122@gmail.com.
Note Before contacting me, please make sure you have ALL the needed files (Look above under requirements).
Q: Are you going to add more Service Configurations?
A: No, but I created a Dropbox folder for people to add/download there own service config files Here
Note If you know a better place than dropbox let me know
Q: BLAH isn't working after I used your script.
A: Check over what services were changed and make sure it isn't tied to your issue.
Example WlanSvc is disabled when using safe/tweaked on desktops (but not laptops/tables). This service is needed for wifi on your computer.
Q: Can I use a Backup File(s) on another computer?
A: You can use/load them on another computer, but be careful.
Q: Can I use the file created from your BlackViper Script?
A: Yes you can use the file from the script, just not the blackviper.csv file.
Q: The script wont run, can you help me?
A: Yes, but first if you are using automation.. turn off automation and see if it gives and error that you can correct.
Q: The script window closes or gives an error saying script is blocked, what do I do?
A: By default windows blocks ps1 scripts, you can use one of the following
1. Use the bat file to run the script (recommended)
2. On an admin powershell console Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope CurrentUser -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted
Q: Why does you script not change the service BLAH?
A: One of the following it cant be changed, it's not in the file, it's unchecked, or some other good reason.
Q: I have an issue with the script, what do I do?
A: Post it as an issue using github's issues tab up top.
Q: Can I run the script safely?
A: Yes/No, it's safe to change the services back to default. Using the Safe or Tweaked option may cause problems for program(s) that depends on one of those services.
Q: Can I run the script repeatedly?
A: Yes, with same or different settings.
Q: I've run the script and it did BLAH, can I undo it?
A: Yes, run the script again and select again or load the backup configuration (if you made one).
Q: Can I use the script or modify it for my / my company's needs?
A: Sure. Just don't forget to include copyright notice as per the license requirements, and leave any Copyright in script too, if you make money from using it please consider a donation as thanks.
Q: The script messed up my computer because it did BLAH.
A: Any problems you have/had is your own problem.
Q: Can I download the csv file from Black Viper's website and use that?
A: No, my file is not the same.
Q: Can I add a service to be changed or stop one from changing?
A: Yes, edit the file needed or use the gui and uncheck the services you dont want changed
---To add put it in the proper format
---Indead of removeing it i suggesst adding a - (minus sign) to the number in the service
Note 1: Number meaning 0 -Not Installed/Skip, 1 -Disable, 2 -Manual, 3 -Automatic, 4 -Auto (Delayed)
Note 2: Negative Numbers are the same as above but wont be used unless you select it in the GUI
Q: How long are you going to maintain the script?
A: No Clue.