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Services
Windows could not start the service on Local...
Description
The MSI Installer service is not running properly, possibly due to corruption or other issues.
Sample Dialog
Dialog may appear differently depending on Vista style options and where it occurs.
Key Facts
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Services
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Windows could not start the service name service on Local Computer.
Error 3: The system cannot find the path specified.
Check that the Microsoft Installer (MSI) is working:
Open the Run dialog (Windows + R) and type cmd
At the prompt, type msiexec
If MSI is working a dialog will appear with the version and command line options. If it is not working, an error message should appear to help explain what is wrong.
If working, verify the Installer service is not disabled:
Open the Run dialog (Windows +R) and type services.msc
In the right-pane, scroll down to Windows Installer, right-click and select Properties.
In the center of the properties dialog, if the Startup type is Disabled, change it to Manual.
FaultWire Staff Posted: 1-Dec-2011
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Install the latest Windows software updates. Don't forget to check for non-critical updates too!
To manually get updates, open Internet Explorer (you can't use a non-Microsoft browser for updates).
For IE 8 and later: Click on Safety, then Windows Update. Follow the instructions.
For IE 7 and older: Click on Tools, then Windows Update. Follow the instructions.
FaultWire Staff Posted: 1-Dec-2011
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