So you should update these packages whenever you face various system related problems. However, you may often encounter error code 0x80240017 while trying to update or install Microsoft Visual C++ programs.
Now let's check how you can handle error code 0x80240017.
1. Quick fixes for Microsoft Visual C++ installation errors 0x80240017
Quick fixes for Microsoft Visual C++ installation errors 0x80240017 can be applied
Here are some quick fixes for this problem:
If none of them work, it's time to dig deeper into other solutions.
2. Enable the Windows Installer service
Since this is an installation error, the main problem could come from the Windows Installer service. For example, the Windows Installer service can be disabled. So let's see how you can enable this service to solve the problem:
Step 1: Press Win + R to open the Run command dialog box.
Step 2: Type services.msc and press Enter to open the Services window .
Step 3: Find the Windows Installer option and double-click it.
Next, follow these steps to complete the process:
Step 1: Click the Startup type drop-down menu and select Manual.
Step 2: Click the Start button to activate the service.
Step 3: Finally, click Apply > OK , then restart the device to save these changes.
3. Re-register the Windows Installer service
Re-registering the Windows Installer service may also help resolve the issue. So, check out how you can re-register the Windows Installer service via Command Prompt:
Step 1: Press Win + R to open the Run command dialog box .
Step 2: Type CMD and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open Command Prompt with admin rights.
Step 3: Type the following command and press Enter to temporarily disable the Windows Installer service:
msiexec /unregWhen the process is complete, re-register the Windows Installer service by following these steps:
Step 1: Open Command Prompt according to the previous steps.
Step 2: Type the following command and press Enter to re-register the Windows Installer service:
msiexec /regserverWait for the process to complete and then reboot the device to save these changes.
4. Install Microsoft Visual C++ Programs in Safe Mode
You can also solve this problem by installing Microsoft Visual C++ Programs in Safe Mode. Here's how to do it:
Step 1: Press Win + I to open System Settings.
Step 2: Select Update & Security from the options.
Step 3: Next, select the Recovery option on the left pane.
Step 4: Click the Restart Now button in the Advanced Startup option .
On the Recovery Environment window , navigate to Advanced options > Startup Settings and then click Restart. Finally, click the F4 key to boot your device in Safe Mode. From there, try to install Microsoft Visual C++ Programs and see if this resolves the issue.
5. Use Microsoft Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter
Failure to install Microsoft Visual C++ can be caused by a corrupted registry key. In this case, the Microsoft Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter can solve the problem.
The Microsoft Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter will scan and repair corrupted registry keys. In addition, this tool will also help eliminate other problems that may interrupt your installation.
Here is how you can use Microsoft Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter to solve this problem:
Step 1: Download the Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter from the Microsoft website.
Step 2: Open the troubleshooter and click the Next button to continue.
Step 3: Select the Installing option .
Step 4: Next, select Microsoft Visual C++ programs from the list of applications and then click Next. If you can't find these programs in the list, click the Not listed option and then search for the programs manually. Follow the steps on the screen to complete the process.
6. Delete redundant files in temporary folder
As you use your Windows device, the system regularly creates temporary files that hold information for certain tasks. When those tasks are complete, temporary files become redundant and consume disk space. In addition, these temporary files can cause various system problems like the one you are currently experiencing.
So you can solve this problem by deleting temporary files. Here's how to do it:
Step 1: Press Win + R to open the Run command dialog box .
Step 2: Type CMD and press Shift + Ctrl + Enter to open Command Prompt with admin rights.
Step 3: Type the following command and press Enter to delete the temporary files:
del /q /f /s %temp%*
7. Repair corrupted system files
In most cases, installation errors like this one are caused by corrupted system files. To solve the problem, you can repair or replace damaged system files with DISM and SFC tools.
8. Device recovery
You can resolve most system problems using the Windows restore point tool. This feature handles Windows errors by undoing recent changes on the PC. Therefore, the tool can eliminate errors that are currently preventing you from installing Microsoft Visual C++ programs.
If you've created a restore point on your device, here's how you can use it to fix this problem.
Next, go ahead and try downloading the Microsoft Visual C++ programs again.
When Microsoft Visual C++ programs are missing or damaged, you need to update or reinstall these packages. Doing this will ensure that your device works smoothly. But if you are having trouble installing these programs, try any of the solutions mentioned in the article.
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