Windows 7 visual C++ 2008 update problems

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I'm on win7 Ultimate 64bit & i have developed a problem. I cant install the win7 visual C++ 2008 update SP1 as i get Error code:643 every time.

This also prevents me from installing nero as that also tries to install a version of win7 visual C++ 2008 & gives an error at that stage & then closes itself.

I've googled about & some suggested a reinstall of my OS which is not an option as i would lose to much.

Really need help on this as im out of options of what to do

Thanks

Edit...

Update on things.. Ive gone into cpanel n uninstalled all the Visual C++ files which i only had 2008 redist sp1. I continue to try install 2005 version & i get this error..

Error 1935. An error occurred during the installation assembly.
"Microsoft.VC80.ATL.type="win32".version="8.0.50727.762".publicKeyToken="lfc8b3b9a1e18e3b".processor/Architecture="amd64"".
Please refer to help and support for more information.

I tried the registry option found on google but i dont have those entries shown.

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are encountering issues with installing Visual C++ 2008 updates and also facing errors while trying to install Nero due to conflicts with the Visual C++ components. To address these problems, we can try a few troubleshooting steps:

Steps to Resolve Error Code 643 for Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Update:​

1. Run System File Checker (SFC) Tool: This tool scans and repairs corrupt system files. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run:

    sfc /scannow

2. Reset Windows Update Components: Sometimes, issues with Windows Update can cause installation problems. You can reset the Windows Update components by following Microsoft's guide on how to do this.
3. Install Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Manually: Download the Visual C++ 2008 SP1 update package from the official Microsoft website and install it manually to bypass any installation issues.

   Resolving Error 1935 While Installing Visual C++ 2005:​

4. Check System Requirements: Ensure that your system meets all the requirements for installing Visual C++ 2005.
5. Perform Clean Boot: Boot your system in a clean state to prevent any startup programs from interfering with the installation of Visual C++ 2005. You can do this by running "msconfig" and selecting the option for a clean boot.
6. Registry Cleanup: While you mentioned the registry fix didn't work, you can try a more thorough registry cleanup using third-party tools like CCleaner to remove any remnants that might be causing issues.

   Additional Suggestions:​

   • Check Event Viewer: Look into the Event Viewer for more detailed error logs related to the installation failures.
   • Update Windows: Ensure that your Windows 7 system is up to date with the latest updates, as this can sometimes resolve compatibility issues.
   By following these steps, you should be able to troubleshoot the installation errors related to Visual C++ components and potentially resolve the issues you are facing with updating Visual C++ 2008 SP1 and installing Nero. Let me know if you need further assistance or if you encounter any specific errors during the troubleshooting process.