windows installer service cannot start, access denied

[stevends]

i have a problem when i try to start the windows installer service, the pc who is turning on W2k Pro he gives the error "the windows installer service cannot be started on the local computer, error 5:access is denied" (i am full administrator on the pc, i have all rights) , i already tried to reinstall the msiexec.exe file, this is the file who is responsible for this service, but won't help

i already search a lot on the internet, but till this moment i don't have any solution, can somebody help me

thanks in advance, steven

 

[mapleleaf]

steven,

The following KB Article may help:-
PRB: Incorrect Default DCOM Settings Cause Windows Installer to Stop Responding

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;319624

Ian

 

[stevends]

thanks Ian

with this KB Article i solved the problem the windows installer sservice is back and he is running again

by the way where do you life?

thanks a lot, Steven

 

[mapleleaf]

Steven,

Glad that I could help.

I live in Hamilton, 30 miles from Toronto, Canada.

Ian

 

[BlackS2]

Mapleleaf,

Cheers for the link originally posted on the 15th of this year. I was about to post but found this thread as I too had the above problem. With the link you provided I solved the problem too.

Many Thanks!

Adam.

 

[mapleleaf]

Adam,

Glad it worked. Enjoy the holidays !!



Ian

Everyday the Computer Gods pick one person to be "it". Maybe, today is your day !!

 

[BlackS2]

You too mate. Thanks again.

 

[bcastner]

mapleleaf,

Nice to see you again. Don't be a stranger to the Forum!

Bill

 

[mapleleaf]

Bill,

It's been a while. I think it's time to look for a real 9-5 job instead the highs and lows of working contract.

Anyway, enjoy the holidays !!


Ian

Everyday the Computer Gods pick one person to be "it". Maybe, today is your day !!