Windows Installer error & Update Manager error

Gregg · External Since: Dec 19, 2006 Posts: 5

I recently tried to update some programs (QuickTime, iTunes) and install
Norton 360. In doing so, each time I received this error message: “Windows
Installer Service can not be accessed.” The error message says I'm either
running Windows in Safe Mode (I'm not) or that Windows Installer is not
correctly installed.

I went to the MS site and downloaded Windows Installer -
KB893803-v2-x86.exe. It has failed to install on my computer after five
attempts.

Also, starting a few weeks ago, each time I boot my computer I receive this
error message: “Update Manager – An error occurred while creating the main
dialogue. Please re-install the program.” I don't know if the two problems
are related.

I use XP Home Edition.

Jaclyn · External Since: Dec 03, 2004 Posts: 7

I get the same "windows installer" error message after trying (in vain) to
uninstall quicktime. I can't install any programs on the computer.

">The error message says I'm either
> running Windows in Safe Mode (I'm not) or that Windows Installer is not
> correctly installed.
>

S. Smith · External Since: Jun 10, 2007 Posts: 4

I'm having similar problems with being unable to download programs, and
getting a Windows Installer error message. If you find a solution please
e-mail me. (stsangel1018@hotmail.com)

Thanks!

"Gregg" wrote:

> I recently tried to update some programs (QuickTime, iTunes) and install
> Norton 360. In doing so, each time I received this error message: “Windows
> Installer Service can not be accessed.” The error message says I'm either
> running Windows in Safe Mode (I'm not) or that Windows Installer is not
> correctly installed.
>
> I went to the MS site and downloaded Windows Installer -
> KB893803-v2-x86.exe. It has failed to install on my computer after five
> attempts.
>
> Also, starting a few weeks ago, each time I boot my computer I receive this
> error message: “Update Manager – An error occurred while creating the main
> dialogue. Please re-install the program.” I don't know if the two problems
> are related.
>
> I use XP Home Edition.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>

Starbucks · External Since: Aug 05, 2007 Posts: 1

"Jaclyn" wrote:

> I get the same "windows installer" error message after trying (in vain) to
> uninstall quicktime. I can't install any programs on the computer.
>
> ">The error message says I'm either
> > running Windows in Safe Mode (I'm not) or that Windows Installer is not
> > correctly installed.
> >
> Jaclyn:

I'm having the same problem as yoou.

Did you get any help or find a solution???