To Download go to -> Black Viper Script -Release
Current Version
Script: 3.8.0 (October 27, 2017)
Service: 2.0 (May 21, 2017)
This script lets you set Windows 10's services based on Black Viper's Service Configurations, your own Service Configuration (If in a proper format), or a backup of your Service Configurations made by this script.
Black Viper's Service Configurations from http://www.blackviper.com/
Note 1: Script is ment for Windows 10 Home x64 / Windows 10 Pro x64.. With Creator's Update Installed
Note 2: If you are using a non english version of Windows and get a Build Check Error, please let me know
PS. Don't forget to check out my other Repo https://github.com/madbomb122/Win10Script
PPS. My Thanks goes out to all that have helped in any way
| Recommended Requirements | AT YOURN OWN RISK* (See Note Bellow) | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 x64 | Windows 10 x32 |
| Edition | Pro or Home | All Others |
| Build | Creator's Update | Pre-Creator's Update |
Need Files
BlackViper-Win10.ps1 (Script) -Size about 65.0 KB
BlackViper.csv (Service Configurations) -Size about 6.54 KB (Not the same as the one on BlackViper's Website)
Recommended Files
Update.bat (Script will use to update script if available) -Size about 12.4 KB
_Win10-BlackViper.bat (To run script easier) -Size about 4.85 KB
README.md (This Readme)
You can do a save as on the filenames above to save them to you computer, you cannot do a save as on github's file list
Note:
AT YOUR OWN RISK
1. Run the script on x32 w/o changing settings (But shows a warning)
2. Skip the check for
---A. Home/Pro ($Script:Edition_Check variable in script or use -sec switch)
---B. Creator's Update ($Script:Build_Check variable in script or use -sbc switch)
Download/Save the release file in - Black Viper 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 _Win10-BlackViper.bat (Recommended)
or
powershell.exe -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File c:/BlackViper-Win10.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 bellow
- 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 |
| -default | Runs the script with Services to Default Configuration | |
| -safe | Runs the script with Services to Black Viper's Safe Configuration | |
| -tweaked | Runs the script with Services to Black Viper's Tweaked Configuration | |
| -all | Every windows services will change | |
| -min | Just the services different from the default to safe/tweaked list | |
| -bcsc | Backup Current Service Configuration | Filename will be COMPUTERNAME-Service-Backup.csv |
| -lcsc File.csv | Loads Custom Service Configuration | File.csv Name of backup/custom file |
| -sec | Skips Edition Check (Home/Pro) | USE AT YOUR OWN RISK |
| -secp | Skips Edition Check (Home/Pro), Sets edition as Pro | USE AT YOUR OWN RISK |
| -sech | Skips Edition Check (Home/Pro), Sets edition as Home | USE AT YOUR OWN RISK |
| -sbc | Skips Build Check (Creator's Update) | USE AT YOUR OWN RISK |
| -sic | Skips Internet Check (If checking for update) | Tests by pinging github.com |
| -usc | Checks for Update to Script file before running | Auto downloads and runs if found |
| -use | Checks for Update to Service file before running | Auto downloads and uses if found |
| -snis | Shows not installed services (that can be changed) | |
| -diag | Shows some diagnostic information on error messages | Stops automation |
| -log | Makes a log file (Logs Notices, Errors, & Services changed) | Log file Script.log (default) |
| -baf | File of all the services before and after the script | Services-Before.log and Services-After.log |
| -dry | Runs script and shows what will be changed if ran normaly | No Services are changes |
| -devl | Makes a log file with various Diagnostic information | No Services are changes |
Examples:
powershell.exe -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File BlackViper-Win10.ps1 -lcsc MyComp-Service-Backup.csv
powershell.exe -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File BlackViper-Win10.ps1 -Set Default
powershell.exe -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File BlackViper-Win10.ps1 -auto -use -tweaked -sec
_Win10-BlackViper.bat -Set Default
_Win10-BlackViper.bat -auto -use -tweaked -sec
This file is EXACTLY the same as the one in my other Repo
This file will
- Allow you to download my Black Viper Script or my Win 10 Script and the needed files (if any).
- The script will use to Download updates (to replace the old file, instead of creating a new file, so you dont have to rename the file or edit the bat file). (If this script is present)
| Switch | Description |
|---|---|
| -Help | Shows the list of switches |
| -BV | Downloads My Black Viper Script |
| -W10 | Downloads My Windows 10 Script |
| -Both | Downloads My Black Viper Script & My Windows 10 Script |
| -Test | Downloads The Test Version of the Script |
| -Run | Run the Script after Downloading (Does ntow work with -both) |
| -Bat | Download the bat file to run script easyer |
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 Contact me about donating or pick an item from my amazon wishlist. Please also consider donating to Black Viper too. Thanks
Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/YBAYWBJES5DE/
NOTE: http://www.blackviper.com/support-bv/
Q: How can I contact you?
A: You can email me @ madbomb122@gmail.com, if it's an issue please post under issue. Before contacting me make sure you have ALL the needed files and the size is right (Look above under requirements)
Q: The Run button is disabled what do i do?
A: Look in the script option and skip the appropriate check (Build for Build, Edition for Edition).
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: Please E-Mail me if you are getting an Edition error when running Home/Pro?
A: E-Mail me what your edition is and what edition it says you are using, so I can add it to the list, Until then use -secp (for Pro) or -sech (for Home), Thanks.
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: Who do I contact about the Service Configurations or an issue with the configuration?
A: Any "technical" issues (or why something is set one way or another) can be directed to Black Viper himself.
Q: Why does you script not change the service BLAH?
A: You didnt select the All option, it's not a default windows service, cant be changed, 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: The script itself is safe, but changes to services may cause problems for certin programs.
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.
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.
Q: The script messed up my computer.
A: The script is as is, any problems you have/had is your own problem.
Q: Are you going to add support for other editions of Windows 10 other than Pro or Home?
A: Sorry, I only support the windows 10 configuration listed on Black Viper's website.
Q: Are you going to add support for builds before the "Creator's Update"?
A: Sorry, since I dont have the configuration from before the "Creator's Update" I can't add it.
Note: If you have the configuration please contact me.
Q: Will you make a script for any windows before windows 10?
A: No.
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, to add/remove edit the file BlackViper.csv
---to remove a service remove the line or put something to change service name, other than symbols (# is fime)
---to add put it in the proper format
Note: Number meaning 0 -Not Installed/Skip, 1 -Disable, 2 -Manual, 3 -Automatic, 4 -Auto (Delayed)
Q: I have a suggestion 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 long are you going to maintain the script?
A: No Clue.
Q: When do you update the services file (BlackViper.csv)?
A: When Black Viper tells me a change, I see an update on his site, or someone tells me there is an update.