How to Configure Custom Search Providers Using Group Policy

You can provide a search provider list by using Group Policy settings. However, by default, this policy setting is not available. To include it, you must create administrative template files that update the proper registry keys on client computers. For detailed instructions, read Microsoft Knowledge Base article 918238 at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/918238.

If you do not want the Search bar to appear, disable the Prevent The Internet Explorer Search Box From Displaying Group Policy setting in User Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Internet Explorer\ or Computer Configuration \Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Internet Explorer\.

How to Use the Internet Explorer Administration Kit to Configure Custom Search Providers

If you plan to use the Internet Explorer Administration Kit (IEAK), you can use that tool to configure search providers. First, configure the computer you are using with the desired search providers. Then, when you reach the Search Providers page, click Import to copy the configured search providers. For more information, see the section titled "Using the Internet Explorer Administration Kit" later in this tutorial.