How to open an aggregated object from Lookout?

[23r23]

I had a lot of trouble opening Lookout from Windows Startup because it depends upon an OPC server that many times opens after Lookout is ready. I need to wait at least 20 seconds after windows is fully open to have OPC server ready. 

I'm using Lookout 6.0.2

I know there is a way in Windows using a batch file, but there should be any other way to open the main application, as an aggregated object, right from Lookout. I think... I wish... To make a short Lookout application that can be opened from Windows Startup that counts 30 seconds and then, open my main application, that now is an aggregated object.

Any ideas? Suggestions?

Regards.

[Mike@Forshock]

If Lookout and the OPC start as a service, you can set the Lookout service as a dependant of the OPC service.  This will start the Lookout service after the OPC service has told the system it is ready.

Mike

[23r23]

That would work also. HOW?

Now we are using Windows XP PRO and Lookout 6.0.2. In a few weeks we will start using Windows 7 and Lookout 6.5.

Rudy.

[Mike@Forshock]

This should get you started:  http://www.petri.co.il/delay_services_in_windows_2000_xp_2003.htm

WARNING: This involves editting the registry.  Make backups! Your own risk!

Mike

[23r23]

Thanks Mike, I'll get there, but still the main question is not answered:

Is there a way to open an aggregated object of Lookout from the main application of Lookout, by the program, when needed?

Regards.

Rudy