Run executable file on remote Windows machine

[Kjeld Sigtermans]

Hi,

Is it possible to run an executable file (e.g. bat or exe or runnable jar) on another Windows machine than the one where I am running my Java program (in the same network)?
The executable file is already on that remote machine, and I have the credentials to log in as an admin on that machine (i.o.w. I can log in as an admin on that machine using Remote Desktop).
I am trying to automate running a script on several Windows machines in my network. So I don't want to run the file manually or set up a scheduled task, but I want to start it from my client pc where I am running my Java program.

Cheers,
Kjeld

[Karthik Shiraly]

Try psexec utility. Here's info on how it works internally.
We used to use this for same requirement as you have stated. Doesn't need any custom server component or something installed on the target machine.

[Kjeld Sigtermans]

Thank you for this; but what I am looking for is a Java API, so I can do exactly that from my Java program. Sorry if I was unclear about that.
Installing something like PsExec and then run it from my code is also not an option for me. I am really looking for a API equivalent to something like PsExec.

Cheers,
K

[Kjeld Sigtermans]

Better late than never: I finally went with the psexec solution, since I was unable to find a framework with which I could accomplish the same thing.

Thanks!