Submission Advice & Regarding MSI files

Question

Hi there,

I want to submit an application which consists of an app running on the mobile (.CAB) and a server that runs on the PC (.MSI).
I initially had this all packaged in an MSI file which installs on the PC and transfers via ActiveSync.
Because the current Marketplace is particular about having a .CAB file I have put the MSI Installer inside the CAB file.

My questions are

1. The submisson policy says no bundled apps are allowed. Does my app break this guideline ?
The app on the mobile is useless without the server running on the PC.

2. Is there a plan to allow MSI Installers as a valid packaging medium for the Marketplace ?
I'm happy to package as a CAB file, but I suspect MSI installer is more convenient for the end user (at least for my app).

Do you think my app will meet the criteria for your marketplace ?
Look forward to your reply.

Cheers,
RT

Answer 1

Can someone clarify if adding a PC based MSI installer inside the mobile CAB file will be considered as violating the no bundled apps requirement ? The MSI installer runs a server on the PC which the user of the mobile can connect to. Both are needed for the software to work. Thanks in advance for your help. Cheers, RT

Answer 2

Hi RemoteTouch,

if adding a PC based MSI installer inside the mobile CAB file will be considered as violating the no bundled apps requirement ? The MSI installer runs a server on the PC which the user of the mobile can connect to. Both are needed for the software to work.

Submit technical waiver request along with justification details.

Developers can file waiver requests using the template here:

Waiver form: “My Products | Dashboard | Support | Submission Waiver”