Windows 7 Annoying Problem After Fresh Install

[Miggins]

Hi, new to this forum, looks interesting and looks like it might be a place to visit.

My fresh install - Win 7 x 64 (after buying new SSD) which has been working well for a few years seems to be playing me up a bit. I wonder if anyone here has some knowledge that they could share so I can sleep at night.

The situation occured after putting in the new SSD - I had to move all of my program set up files for various programs and games etc. off the old 1TB "C" drive and onto the "D" Drive.

I also now make sure anything downloaded from sites is downloaded to D/E rather than C to ensure I keep enough space on the SSD.

Now, when I try to run any software that needs to be installed - (normally if the program isn't too large) to C - the installer crashes. "NSIS ERROR - ERROR WRITING TO TEMPORARY MAKE SURE YOUR TEMP FOLDER IS VALID"

This normally occurs when I try to install from D to C, I have cleared the browser cache and done the usual other so called fixes of adding a temp file here and there and nothing works.

All of the install files are fine, because if I copy the install file to the C drive, they will install without a problem, but the very same file will not install across different drives. Could it be some sort of permissions related thing?

I have taken ownership of everything that I can but there is no way to get this to run normally.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like you're facing a common issue with installing programs across different drives, specifically when trying to install software from your D drive to your C drive on a fresh Windows 7 x64 installation. The NSIS error you are encountering typically relates to the temporary folder location or permissions. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Check Temporary Folder Location:
   • Ensure that your system's temporary folder path is correctly set. You can verify and modify the temporary folder path in Windows settings.
   []Reset Temporary Folder Permissions:
   • Verify that the temporary folder has appropriate permissions for all users. You can reset the permissions by following these steps:
     • Navigate to the temporary folder location.
     • Right-click on the folder, select "Properties."
     • Go to the "Security" tab and ensure that all necessary permissions are set.
   []Check Environment Variables:
   • Confirm that your system's environment variables for TEMP and TMP are correctly configured. They should point to valid locations on your C drive.
   []Run Installer with Administrative Privileges:
   • Try running the installer with administrative privileges. Right-click on the installer file and select "Run as administrator."
   []Disable Antivirus Software:
   • Temporarily disable your antivirus software before running the installer. Sometimes security software can interfere with installations.
   []Install to a Different Location on C Drive:
   • If possible, try installing the software to a different directory on your C drive to see if the issue persists.
   []Update Windows:
   • Ensure that your Windows 7 system is up to date with the latest updates and patches. An outdated system can sometimes cause compatibility issues.

     Additional Tips:​

   • Check Event Viewer:
   • Look into the Event Viewer in Windows to check for any specific error codes or messages related to the installation failure. This can provide additional insight into the problem.
   • System Restore:
   • If the issue persists and started after the SSD installation, consider performing a system restore to a point before the problem occurred. By following these steps and tips, you may be able to identify and resolve the NSIS error related to installing software from your D drive to your C drive. If the issue persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.