Fix file system error 1073741819 in Windows 7

Method 1: Run the installer as

If you get a file system error code 1073741819 when trying to install a program in Windows 7, try the simplest solution: run the installer as an . In many cases, this fixes file access issues and allows the installation to start successfully.

If you use an that cannot work with privileges, you will have to grant them or switch to another . See the instructions below to find out how to do this.

Read more: How to get privileges in Windows 7

Method 2: Change Control Settings

Another reason why there are errors with the installation of different programs. By default, Windows 7 has an control setting that notifies the when any changes are made to the system, which also applies to software installation. If you disable these notifications, the file system problem should go away.

1. To do this, go to "Control ". through the menu. "Starts"..
2. Find and open the section " Center"..
3. In it, change to "Change control settings."You will also need privileges. In the previous method we explained how to obtain them.
4. Move notification slider to status "Never notify."and then confirm the change.

You can do without restarting your computer because the new settings take effect immediately. Simply proceed to retry the software installation.

Method 3: Install the default sound design

In most cases, this method is relevant for Windows 10 owners, because incorrectly transferred sound schemes from Windows 7 affect software installation, since the launch of the installer is accompanied by system sounds. However, just in case, we advise to check this parameter and the owners of "7" to exclude this cause.

1. In the same window. "Control s" go to menu "Sound"..
2. On the tab. "Sounds." select the default sound scheme by opening the corresponding drop-down menu.

Method 4: Remove Suspicious Software

Above, we have covered the methods specifically for the file system error 1073741819. If none of them produced a suitable result, it is time to participate in the general recommendations for debugging the operating system. Start by checking for suspicious software that may be installed in the operating system. Some programs interfere with the installation of others, blocking the addition of new files, so we advise you to get rid of unnecessary and suspicious applications. Enter their names in the search engine if you have questions about whether a specific program is necessary on your computer.

Read more: Installing and uninstalling programs in Windows 7

Method 5: Scan the PC for Viruses

Computer virus infection is a common problem that is accompanied by various operating system failures, including those that may appear during software installation. Fortunately, detecting a threat on your computer is not that difficult, because you can use special antivirus software. About your choice and use read another article on our site.

More information: Fighting computer viruses

Method 6: Check the integrity of system files

The system files are responsible for the installation of other applications in Windows 7. If any of them are damaged or missing, various errors appear that interfere with the installation. You can check the integrity of these files using the utilities built into the operating system, which are run through "Command line".. Our other author describes in the following article how to properly perform such a scan.

Read more: Checking the integrity of Windows 7 system files

Method 7: Restore the operating system

This is the most radical method, which you should go to when none of the above has given adequate results. You can reset the operating system to a state where error 1073741819 has not yet appeared, or you can completely reset all settings. Choose the method based on whether you have performed a backup and manually configured a restore.

Read more: How to restore Windows 7

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