How do I troubleshoot a Windows Installer Service error?

Answer by  cubbykatz (293)

The best way to troubleshoot a Windows Installer Service error is to Google the error code that the installer is giving you. This should allow you to find resources from Microsoft or other users who have experienced a similar error and know a way to effectively get around that error.

Answer by  Bobby50 (82)

To resolve windows Installer Service error you need to re-register the Msiexec. exe. If this doesn't work the only option to resolve the error is to reinstall the WIndows Installer.

Answer by  alsoftware (117)

Unless you have access to the installer source codes the only ways are: a) watch to the installer log files (usually placed in the same directory of the installer or in c:\ b) watch windows application registry there could be some usefull tips to point you out in the right direction

Answer by  wehadthought (391)

To troubleshoot a Windows Installer Service error, go to Run, enter services.msc then find Windows Installer in the list. If the Status column is blank, right-click on it, select Start.

Answer by  Tuhin (22)

step1:-goto start menu and click "Run" step2:-Type "msconfig" in run an click ok.(system configuration utility window will open) step3:- click "service" select "windows_installer" and click ok step4: press "restsrt"

Answer by  XTC46 (394)

The easiest way to do this is to check the application event log in windows. Many times when the installer fails, other, more detailee errors will also occur. Unfortunately, many times it is up to the application developer to include logging information, and some dont, so call the vendor.

Answer by  Jahid75 (30)

Windows Installer Service error can be repaired by reinstall it. Otherwise repair the operating system. For this must need a windows cd that given by Microsoft corporation.

Answer by  MPX (171)

In order to fix Windows Installer you must go to the Microsoft website, then you must search for Windows Installer in the search box and click on the first-or-second links.

Answer by  girishsukhwani (74)

delete install shield from windows\program files and windows\program files\common files. Download latest windows installer 4. 5 from microsoft. com and install it. It will solve your problem

Answer by  Jalaine11 (2043)

If you are looking for trouble shooting advice try an online computer forum. You will find great troubleshooting advice from other users who have experienced you same issues. You may also try to unregister and then re-register you windows installer.