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Download and Fix msiexec.exe

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing msiexec.exe files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent msiexec.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

msiexec.exe file Windows® installer. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of msiexec.exe related errors on your device. You can also download msiexec.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP
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Fix msiexec.exe errors

File info

General information
Filename msiexec.exe
File extension EXE
Description Windows® installer
Software
Program Windows Installer - Unicode
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Executable application
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
msiexec.exe

There are various types of errors related to msiexec.exe file. msiexec.exe file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to msiexec.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • msiexec.exe is corrupted
  • msiexec.exe cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - msiexec.exe
  • msiexec.exe file error
  • msiexec.exe file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register msiexec.exe file:
  • msiexec.exe file could not be loaded
  • msiexec.exe file doesn't exist

msiexec.exe

Error

Application could not be started because msiexec.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

OK

Problems related to msiexec.exe can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing msiexec.exe file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

msiexec.exe file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with msiexec.exe file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to msiexec.exe file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of msiexec.exe or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to msiexec.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the msiexec.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the msiexec.exe file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the msiexec.exe file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace msiexec.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace msiexec.exe file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded msiexec.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of msiexec.exe file example directory paths.

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your msiexec.exe file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename msiexec.exe
System Windows 10
File size 59392 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
Download
File details
MD5 98eebf39b025339cf12672030777707d
SHA1 b01c43926548dd741a2143e7d6092e545225b063
SHA256 9be9929e382ad16adab4c02a87aa67dfaef951dafdef87d0324deae666bd8f62
CRC32 cb42fb21
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename msiexec.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 59904 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 055cce830a54c2c1b598e2066f65c9ab
SHA1 ef388bad3b34ca12b30913184b971ad36760d679
SHA256 289288735d5e6c39e11f3c4c321c540718215a18a654736d7a605f25a27abf7b
CRC32 cdb1c05a
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename msiexec.exe
System Windows 8
File size 62976 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
Download
File details
MD5 07eab0a1dcf20b91a30eb6822d63483c
SHA1 bbd9e24249889f74aec9132593dc3c6fa8dcb71e
SHA256 642533166530468ba9a5848d97960001416990317e2385f278ea3deb2ea32450
CRC32 4e127932
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename msiexec.exe
System Windows 7
File size 128000 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 a190da6546501cb4146bbcc0b6a3f48b
SHA1 443aac22d57edd4ef893e2a245b356cba5b2c2dd
SHA256 5ae0bf71e770c2959fe2022c43e4c6f43e361089a3431aa3180ebf4ec0465cac
CRC32 65239bd9
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename msiexec.exe
System Windows 7
File size 73216 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 eee470f2a771fc0b543bdeef74fceca0
SHA1 bd9bbb448dec04b1aaa8ae530e9814fdbce0a3d5
SHA256 78617ddf9a0067a32cb5d87a796c93a9618ac006ccdcb3c7c824fdeb6ec5fd59
CRC32 c5dd3cd2
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename msiexec.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 125440 bytes
Date 2009-04-11
Download
File details
MD5 ac545df9370a3e1bf538e403abe51cc0
SHA1 565bb6914d6b9c7f5fe7e462d400e678f93e8313
SHA256 cf87a909560e59aede01d49dbaecb17c244f80f6b6afed37d8a8b0c1e1b00164
CRC32 85dd2164
Example file location ---
Filename msiexec.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 73216 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 c559672f31abe6ba7277dd73c4502238
SHA1 92e3ecbbaf611b9a967f802732c25e27d462f5ab
SHA256 dce701a4b6a824f5b71cc9be150a87d07b2b581cb06e5ad91cc5757c67386975
CRC32 6ab5e55c
Example file location ---
Filename msiexec.exe
System Windows XP
File size 78848 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
Download
File details
MD5 5879d691e842574a20fe63817cb76df9
SHA1 2007d2c57e7b68b550db764f3cb4f43bb0274460
SHA256 083827b4af9a2da6ddf672265f9774fb73f9ad8455d51e8fe5cb33df2b960836
CRC32 82928e5f
Example file location ---