Response files are used by both Installation Manager and the Installation Manager installer to perform installation operations silently. You can record a response file by recording preferences and installation actions in Installation Manager in user interface mode, or you can create one manually using the documented list of response file commands and preferences.
A response file is an XML file that contains data read by Installation Manager in silent mode. Using a response file, you can perform almost any action that you can perform using Installation Manager in wizard mode. For example, with a response file you can specify the location of the repository that contains the packages, which package to install, and which features to install for that package. You can also use a response file to modify your installed package, to apply updates, and to apply a license. Sample response file: Installing Installation Manager and packages