For troubleshooting failed silent installs, always generate a log:
VectorMagicSetup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /LOG="C:\Logs\VectorMagic_install.log"
Important: Vector Magic Desktop Edition 1.15 is a licensed product. Silent install does not bypass activation. You must have a valid license for each workstation or a volume license agreement with the vendor.
Vector Magic has released newer versions (e.g., 1.20, 1.30) with improved batch processing and cloud integration. Silent install switches may differ slightly. Always test: Vector Magic Desktop Edition 1.15 Silent Instal...
VectorMagicSetup.exe /HELP
...to see supported command lines.
For the latest, consider Vector Magic Business Edition which includes MSI installers and GPO templates. Important: Vector Magic Desktop Edition 1
Vector Magic Desktop Edition 1.15 – Silent Install Guide (Enterprise Deployment)
By default, the installer creates a desktop shortcut. To disable it (helpful for silent rollouts): Vector Magic has released newer versions (e
VectorMagicSetup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /COMPONENTS="main"
(The
maincomponent excludes desktop icon – exact component names may vary slightly by version.)
Most Windows installers are built with tools like InnoSetup, NSIS, or InstallShield. Vector Magic 1.15 uses InnoSetup – which supports standard silent switches.
Some deployments repack the EXE into MSI. Then use:
msiexec /i VectorMagic.msi /quiet /norestart