Navigate to the menu bar and select Transform > New Transform .
While command-line switches handle basic configuration, advanced deployments require customized application behavior—such as altering file associations, suppressing auto-updates, or specifying shared network resources for flipcharts. This level of customization is achieved using a Transform file ( .mst ). Steps to Generate and Apply an MST File
When it comes time to upgrade or remove ActivInspire from your network, use the silent uninstall string. You will need to target either the original MSI file or the specific product code GUID. Uninstalling via MSI File msiexec.exe /x "ActivInspire.msi" /qn /norestart Use code with caution. Uninstalling via Product Code msiexec.exe /x PRODUCT-GUID-HERE /qn /norestart Use code with caution.
Open a command prompt and run the installer with the /a switch (e.g., ActivInspire_Setup.exe /a ). activinspire silent install exclusive
An exclusive silent installation isn't just about hiding windows; it is about pre-configuring the software. ActivInspire supports public properties that can be passed directly inside the command line. Disabling Automatic Updates
For more detailed information on ActivInspire's silent installation and customization options, I recommend consulting the official ActivInspire documentation and the Promethean support website.
Alternatively, use to pre-populate:
Before executing the command, one must acknowledge the architecture of the target machines. Promethean provides distinct MSI (Microsoft Installer) packages for 32-bit and 64-bit systems. While modern environments are predominantly 64-bit, legacy hardware may still require the 32-bit variant.
REM Install ActivInspire Silently msiexec /i "C:\Deploy\ActivInspire_x64.msi" ACTIVINSPIRE_DISABLE_UPDATE_CHECK=1 /qn /L*V "C:\Logs\InspireInstall.log"
Finally, it's crucial to understand the licensing model for silent installations. The license key for ActivInspire Professional Edition is often hardware-locked to a Promethean interactive display. The exclusive knowledge here is that the same license key can be used for multiple installations of the software. The key is typically generated from a physical serial number found on the back of the ActivPanel or board. According to license agreements, this key can legally be installed on the computer connected to the board as well as a few additional computers for lesson preparation work. This flexibility is essential for planning a cost-effective silent deployment. Navigate to the menu bar and select Transform
New-Item -Path "HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Promethean\ActivInspire\Options" -Force Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Promethean\ActivInspire\Options" -Name "ServiceTrustLevel" -Value 2 -Type DWord
: Instructs the Windows Installer engine to perform an installation of the specified MSI package.
The most common switches for initiating a silent installation are /S and /qn . The /S flag is typically used with the primary ActivInspire executable to run the installer in a silent mode, suppressing most on-screen user prompts. For the MSI (Microsoft Installer) files, the /qn flag is the standard for a "quiet" installation with no user interface. A typical command for the MSI would be: Steps to Generate and Apply an MST File
@echo off :: Install the main ActivInspire application start /wait msiexec.exe /i "ActivInspire.msi" /qn /norestart :: Install the core resources (Required for the app to function properly) start /wait msiexec.exe /i "ActivInspireMainRes.msi" /qn /norestart :: Install the drivers for Promethean boards start /wait msiexec.exe /i "bc016a.msi" /qn /norestart Use code with caution. Copied to clipboard
By default, resources are installed to C:\Users\Public\Documents\Activ Software\Inspire . If your institution utilizes shared network drives for lesson profiles, you can redirect these paths post-install via registry modification or Group Policy Objects (GPO). Enterprise Deployment Methods SCCM / Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager Create a new in SCCM.