Windows 7 Major problem with Windows Live Messenger

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Hello,

I've got a very strange problem with Live Messenger. It seems to be on my computer, but when I go on the Programs and Features list, Windows Live Essentials isn't on there at all (nor is anything else to do with Windows Live). This means I can't fully remove it from my computer. However, I tried installing Windows Live Messenger 2011 but after the installation, no files have been added to the Windows Live folder in Program Files! And when I try loading msnmsgr.exe and signing in, I immediately get the error 80040154 and I can't seem to fix this! I've tried installing and re-registering msxml3.dll as recommended on the Microsoft website, but after several attempts of doing this and restarting the computer, I still get the same error!

I'm really stuck because my computer thinks Messenger is already on the computer but I can't remove it or use it! I want to be able to actually use it; I tried using a portable version to boot off a USB stick but I still get an error, and several processes stop working.

What can I do to fix this problem? Is there a specific file in the System32 folder that is responsible for this? I'd really appreciate any suggestions!

 

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It seems like you are encountering issues with Windows Live Messenger on your computer. Let's try to troubleshoot and resolve this problem:

Steps to Fix the Windows Live Messenger Error 80040154:​

1. Check for Windows Live Essentials Installation:
   • Even though Windows Live Essentials is not showing in the Programs and Features list, remnants of the software may still be present. You can try using a third-party uninstaller tool to completely remove any leftover files.
   []Repair Windows Live Messenger Installation:
   • If you have Windows Live Messenger 2011 installed but it's not functioning correctly, you can try to repair the installation. Here's how you can attempt this:
     • Go to Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features.
     • Find Windows Live Essentials in the list (if it appears) and select it.
     • Choose the option to repair the installation.
   []Reinstall Windows Live Messenger:
   • Since the installation of Windows Live Messenger 2011 seems incomplete, consider reinstalling it from scratch. Make sure to download the setup from a reliable source to avoid any potential issues during installation.
   []Register DLL Files:
   • Along with msxml3.dll, there might be other DLL files related to Windows Live Messenger that need to be registered. You can try registering them manually using the Command Prompt. Here's how you can do it:
     • Press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter to open Command Prompt.
     • Type regsvr32 filename.dll and press Enter to register the DLL file.
   []Check System32 Folder:
   • While there might not be a specific file in the System32 folder causing this issue, you can still check for any corrupted or missing Windows Live Messenger-related files. Ensure that essential system files are intact.
   []Run System File Checker (SFC) Scan:
   • Running an SFC scan can help identify and repair corrupted system files. Here's how you can do it:
     • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
     • Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
     • Allow the scan to complete and follow any on-screen instructions.
   []Update Windows and Drivers:
   • Ensure that your Windows operating system is up to date, including all the latest updates. Also, update your device drivers to prevent any compatibility issues. Try these steps one by one to address the Windows Live Messenger error 80040154 issue. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance!