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Hello Eriek, We need more information to better assist you regarding on installing a software and error upon opening Mozilla Firefox, kindly answer the following questions below: When did the issue occur? What is the exact error that you get upon installing a software? Is it happening on C++ 2005 only or affecting some of the software? What error sign are you able to get when opening Mozilla Firefox? Did you also get the same experience on another browser? We are looking forward to your response. Regards.

Hi, open the command prompt with admin rights and run the following command: SxsTrace Trace -logfile:SxsTrace.etl Now run the program which causes the message. Go back to the cmd prompt, hit enter to generate the SxsTrace.etl. Now upload this file to your public SkyDrive folder and post the link here. André "A programmer is just a tool which converts caffeine into code" CLIP- Stellvertreter http://www.winvistaside.de/

Hi carrtim1, a. When do you get these error message in event viewer? b. Do you get this error message while you tried to install some application? c. Do you have the Visual Studio applicaiton installed on your computer? You install a product that updates the Mfc80.dll module or the Mfc80u.dll module on the computer from version 8.0.50727.870 to version 8.0.50727.3078. For example, you install Microsoft SQL Server 2008. When you run an application that is built with Microsoft Visual Studio 2005, an access violation occurs in the Mfc80.dll module or in the Mfc80u.dll module. And, the application crashes. Note This problem applies to many other applications, including applications that are used on Windows 7. This problem occurs because the two versions are incompatible. Step 1: There is a hotfix available for this. Refer this link and download the hotfix to fix this issue. FIX: An application that uses the Mfc80.dll module or the Mfc80u.dll module crashes after you install a product that

Hi everyone Thanks for you quick reply. I had installed Office 2010 Professoinal Plus 64bit from my MSDN account. Everything seemed to run ok but they were showing in evant viewer as soon as Windows 7 booted. There were 6 enteries almost straight away in event viewer. I have managed to to get rid of these errors by installing Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistribution. I installed this on because it said it was Windows 7 compatable. I don't know if this was the right thing to do or not but the errors are no longer showing and things seem to be running ok. I can't think of anything I would of installed that required the C++ 2005 modules. Tim

Hi chriszimmer, Are you getting a popup error or a Command Window opening with this error? Please provide a screenshot of what you are seeing . . .

Try running SFC/DISM https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

This can appear on screen due to a variety of application issues. Try these first to see if they work: Open Start, type: CMD Right click CMD Click Run as administrator Type in at the prompt OR Copy and Paste these one at a time : (Hit enter after each) Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth Also run the System File Checker utility: Open Start, type: CMD Right click CMD Click Run as administrator At the Command Prompt, type: sfc/scannow This will check for any integrity violations Restart your system

Hi, Have you made any changes to your computer? Method 1: I would suggest you to perform clean boot and check. How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929135 Note: After troubleshooting, make sure to put the computer to start as usual as mentioned in Step 7 in the above KB article. Method 2: I would also suggest you to install. If you are using 32 bit Windows follow the link Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package (x86) http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=29 if you are using 64 bit refer the link Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package (x64) http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=15336

Hi Chad, The Windows Installer (previously known as Microsoft Installer Please reply if you face any concerns. It does not working.... Please help me!

I have the same situation. Unfortunately solution above does not help. I have  Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit, i7.  I run sxstrace.exe and this what I have in a log file: ================= Begin Activation Context Generation. Input Parameter: Flags = 6 ERROR: Activation Context generation failed. End Activation Context Generation.

Hi Chad, The Windows Installer (previously known as Microsoft Installer Have a Nice Day! Please reply if you face any concerns.

When I try to open ANYTHING on my computer i get the message: The Application has failed to start because it's side by side configuration is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the command line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail. Now, I have googled,binged, and any other search on how i could fix this issue. I have seen dozens of recommended remedies, However, I can not get my computer to open, install, uninstall or anything of that nature. I Seen the problem is likely the Microsoft visual C++ but i can't get it to download or uninstall anything. And when i try to uninstall i get error 1719 that's basically telling me that windows installer is not working... I am Running Windows 7 Home Premium and I can't figure anything out to try and help or open any programs on my pc without an error. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I also Can't get any windows updates to fully download without it reading error and un-doing the current updates. 6614313564

Chad_Hedglin , Thanks for the respond. I made bootable Malwarebytes Antivirus and check my computer. It did not find system viruses. So I just renamed infected files but it did not help. Today I will bring my computer to geek squad to see what they can do.

Hello, I have not updated my findings with this situation until now. If you are experiencing this problem where virtually all programs are not opening and giving the Error ,"  The application has failed to open because it's side by side configuration is incomplete. Please see the application event log or use the command line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail." You may be in bad shape. My PC was doing this and all the resolutions that i could find basically said i needed to re load the Microsoft Visual C++. However, Everyone who said to do this re install was not helpful. When i tried to erase and re load the Visual C++ i always got a error 1719 saying that windows installer was not installed correctly or so on... NOW, what i can tell you is that i could only use a certain amount of programs on my PC, Internet explorer would operate and a few little programs such as paint,word,ect.. that came pre loaded on the computer. I spent almost 8 months slowly searching for a resolution to this a

We appreciate the additional information that you have provided. We would like to confirm if you have checked the steps from the link posted above? That would show you on how you can get the Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable package to possibly resolve this concern. As for the second method stated in there, you can proceed to this link System file check (SFC) Scan and Repair System Files & DISM to fix things SFC cannot which is created by ZigZag3143 (MS-MVP) . That article would be able to guide you in running the System File Checker (SFC) tool to scan any system file corruptions and possibly fix them as well. If in case the SFC tool wasn't able to fix the corruptions, the DISM tool would be able to make up for that. Keep us posted with the results.

Dear Microsoft Windows 10 support, Thank you so much for sending the recommendation! I used "...DISM / Online / Cleanup - Image / RestoreHealth " several times and it cleared up the sxstrace.exe problems. Outlook and the other programs are now functioning. Thanks so much! gratefully, John

Hello Jomel, It is certainly encouraging to hear from you. You ask some good questions so here are the answers: As far as I can tell, there have been no changes to the computer that I know of- no new programs, apps, or unusual emails with inks that we have opened. I am using Version 1709 of Windows 10 (it also lists OS Build 16299.125). We first noticed the problem about two weeks ago when Outlook (2010) would freeze up occasionally. We would have to exit the program and restart it and it would work for a while, freeze up again and we would close and restart the program. It was at this time that we found that other programs (Norton Utilities, Norton Security, and HP Printer Solution Center) would also not work. Firefox, Chrome, and Edge work fine. Since the problem started I have run many scans from Norton Utilities in an effort to try to find a virus or malware that could have caused it. In the past, Norton's has been very helpful in providing diagnostic scans and the finding solution

Glad to hear that your issue has been resolved. Just in case that something comes up, don't hesitate to post back. Cheers.

Hi John, The error The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configuration is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use command-line sxstrace.exe tool for more details could be related to a corruption in the redistributable package corruption. For us to effectively assist you on this. Kindly provide us the information we need below: Have you made any changes to your computer that could have triggered the issue? Which version of Windows 10 are you currently using? What are the programs being affected by the issue? What are the troubleshooting steps that you have done so far? Kindly tell us so we can skip them if needed. Meanwhile, we suggest in checking the post of Parth P Patel from this thread for the steps that you can follow to possibly resolve your concern. Do get back to us with the results and if you have any other concerns, don't hesitate to post back.

here are some possible solutions: "The application as failed to start because its side-by-side (side by side SBS) configuration is incorrect. Please see the application event log for more detail." There are a couple of different fixes for this problem - http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_vista-windows_programs/cant-launch-office-applications-after-windows/5f2a621e-09ef-4e18-9a76-2d6ac76a622e http://www.vistax64.com/general-discussion/283887-side-side-configuration.html http://www.vistax64.com/microsoft-office/285436-side-side-configuration-problem-office-2010-a.html http://www.vistax64.com/microsoft-office/285436-side-side-configuration-problem-office-2010-a.html http://www.vistax64.com/general-discussion/283887-side-side-configuration.html http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/office/forum/office_2010-office_install/side-by-side-configuration-is-incorrect/f1fb4ca4-7138-41f6-b11f-db6b7b5af996 http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/office/forum/office_2010-office_install/

Uninstall and re-install Office by running the Fix it mentioned in the article below and check if this helps. Note: Ensure that you have the disk and the product key for re-installation. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/290301

Interesting to developers, maybe,but what about the rest of us - the great un-annointed?  I can't run a critical application that I just paid $$$ for to Microsoft, and when I want help I can't get it in a form I can use.  Is there somewhere else I can get help?

See the link below http://blogs.msdn.com/b/developingfordynamicsgp/archive/2010/08/20/side-by-side-configuration-is-incorrect-error-message-given-launching-dynamics-gp.aspx

Hi, You will need to install the latest version of Microsoft .Net framework and Microsoft visual C++ and check if the issue is fixed. Method 1:Follow the below steps to update the version of Microsoft .NET Framework. a)   Click on Control Panel on your Start Menu. Click on Programs. What information appears in Event logs (Event Viewer) How to look for errors in Event Viewer

Thank you for your reply. When I try to run the scan im told "Windows Resource Protection could not start the repair service" Any idea's? Thanks

Hi, Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community. As per the description, I understand that you are facing some issues with Windows. I would suggest you to perform a SFC Scan and check if it helps. Refer to the following link given below. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/929833 Note: While performing SFC Scan I would recommend you to make sure that there are no applications or programs running on the back ground. Provide us the event viewer logs. Please check the information in event viewer and let us know about the issue more briefly to provide you a better solution. Check the event viewer to check the error message. Type eventvwr.msc /s in the address bar. List any events that are listed as "Error" in the main window when you go to "Windows Logs" and "Application." There are often a lot of them. Send us whichever ones you see listed for the last couple days. (Please also do for the logs in "System"). When you do, provide us the name of the "Source" and whatever is li

Well, I am playing an online game from like an year or so. It was going fine and I had this problem on one day. As soon as I click the .exe file this Error pops up and I am not able to play the game. I tried repairing c++ and sevral tutoriols on how to fix this. I desprately need a solution. I hope someone can help me.

Hi, This is a known Windows issue, primarily occurring on Windows Vista. It can occur for several reasons. In some cases it occurs because the machine has Microsoft Visual C++ installed, and the Visual C++ libraries have become corrupted. In other cases it indicates that the installation of program did not completely finish. It may also mean that the one of the parts may be corrupted or the game dll file is not located in the location where the installation wizard is trying to look for. NOTE: This may happen if the games are downloaded from any Peer to Peer locations like torrent portals, rapidshare etc.. Try these: Always Microsoft !!!

Had the same problem but finally managed to fix it. Download and install the following VC++ Redistributable in the following order: 2005; 2005 SP1; 2008; 2008 SP1, 2010. Worked for me and a mate. Web addresses: 1. Download details: Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable Package (x86) 2. Download details: Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) 3. Download details: Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package (x86) 4. Download details: Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) 5: Download details: Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x86) =================================================== From Microsoft this is their version of the problem Error message: " Side-by-side configuration is incorrect " The machine is missing the correct C++ runtime components for your type of system. (x86 or x64). Installing the following updates resolved the issue. Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) http://www.microsoft.co

Hi Veronica, Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. I understand the inconvenience you are facing. Let me help you in resolving the issue. I would like to inform you that this error may happen due to system file corruption or Visual C++ redistributable package corruption. I suggest you to follow the below given methods: Download and install Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable Package from below given link and check if it helps: Visual C++ Redistributable Packages for Visual Studio 2013 http://www.microsoft.com/en-in/download/details.aspx?id=40784 I suggest you to run System file checker. System File checker (SFC) scan is done to check if there are any corrupted system files that could be causing this issue. Kindly follow the below given steps: Press Windows key + X , select Command prompt (Admin) to bring up elevated Command prompt. In Command prompt type sfc/scannow and press enter. Restart the computer. If no corrupted system files were found in the previous s

Hi HarshJhalla, This issue occurs due to missing C++ run time components for your type of system. To resolve this issue, please refer to Parth P Patel 's solution on this article . Let us know if you need further assistance.

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You can try this since you may need all packages: http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/visual_c_runtime_installer.html But you may have to do a refresh of your operating system if you have corrupted system files that can't be fixed. To do that go to the Settings -> Update and Security -> Recovery -> Reset this PC.

I have the exact same problem and like EC downloaded, installed and authenticated SPSS on Friday!

Hi, Welcome to the Microsoft Community. As per the description you are unable to open Flight Simulator X. · Why did you perform a system restore? I will help you with this issue. I would suggest you to follow these methods. Method 1: Install the latest Windows updates . Method 2: Run the System File Checker (SFC) scan to fix any corrupted files. For reference: Flight Simulator X: “An error occurred while attempting to activate the product The problem may be due to an incomplete installation of the application” Troubleshoot graphics issues in Flight Simulator X Hope this helps. Let us know if you need further assistance with Windows related issues. We will be happy to help.

Hi, Thank you for posting your question in Microsoft Community! The issue might occur if your computer is missing the correct C++ runtime components for your type of system. (X86 or x64). Let's try the following methods and check for the result. Method 1: Installing the latest Microsoft Visual C++ package has helped users fixing the issue. Latest Supported Visual C++ Downloads http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2019667 Method 2: You may also try uninstalling and re-installing Cyberlink PowerDirector 9 to check if that helps: For more information refer the following link: Uninstall or change a program http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Uninstall-or-change-a-program For details about it check the application event log using event viewer. Please see the link below for information about how to use event viewer to check for error message or information: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer Please check the information in event

MS Developer Software (Visual Studio etc) expects 64-bit software to go to Programs Files directory and 32-bit software to go to Programs Files (x86) directory among several other conventions. Google intentionally violates these conventions for Chrome. Both 32-bit and 64-bit Chrome land in Programs Files (x86) directory along with other violations. Not 100% sure why Google choose this. But it does keep beginners from successfully installing BOTH 32-bit and 64-bit Chrome regardless of whether developer software is installed. With MS Developer software installed, it throws a fit over attempts to install both or sometimes 64-bit alone. Without Windows 64-bit usually just takes the most recent install. Could well be Google's attempt to get brand new developers to call Google and give Google a chance to sell those people on the "much easier and less quirky" Android software development environment. Of course with just a little experience or guidance its still possible to get Chrome side-by-

Hi there! I had the same issue - had no idea how to solve it. While reading this thread I was playing around with the computer settings and seem to have fixed it! I did the following: >control panel >network and internet >manage browser add ons (under the 'internet options' heading) >general >then I retyped my homepage address - https://www.google.com/ within the box under the 'home page' heading Apply the changes - then chrome opened as normal. When I first went into this section the homepage address was google.com/(random numbers and letters). I didn't want to have to reinstall chrome and lose all my auto logins (lazy) - this kept everything running as normal. Hopefully helpful for someone else!

Hi Tony, This issue is caused by a conflict with some of the files on the application. For us to provide the best resolution possible, we would like to ask the following: Have you made any recent changes on your computer prior to the issue? What troubleshooting steps have you done so far? Have you tried other application or browser? If yes, are you experiencing the same problem? We're looking forward to your reply.

Trying to uninstall results in a "problem with this Windows Installer package" error. Help?

All that told me is i have a problem which i already knew. How about some info on how to solve it?

Uninstall Chrome then reinstall it.

Hi Greg, There is a special place in Heaven for you if you can resolve my issue!  I am so grateful you are willing to help me. Question:  There are 2 downloads for x86 and 2 downloads for x64 in your list, total of 4 downloads.  My system is x64 so which downloads should I use?  I want your advice before I do anything so I am certain that I am following your instructions.  I am running Windows 10.  Please reply ASAP so I can get started.

Hi Nancy. I'm sorry I was delayed but we have been at the funeral home today planning my father's funeral. You would install the 64 bit downloads on a 64 bit system. If you have either installed now, I'd uninstall them first in Settings > Apps & Features and restart the PC first. Let me know how it goes.

Greg, I replied to you this morning but have not heard back from you.  As you can imagine, I am anxious to resolve my issue.  Hope you will reply to my former message sent this a.m. before too long.   I need your reply before I start to download from your list.

I used the Fix download and it worked!!  Now both of the Visual C++ program have been uninstalled from my system.  Now, just so I understand what you want me to do next, you want me to download ALL 4 of the listed downloads in your original message to me??  Even though I have a x64,  and two of the downloads in your list are for x86?   Forgive me for being so unsure of myself, but I need your assurance that I am doing what you want me to do.   I need you to tell me to download all 4, one after another, OR tell me which ones I should download.  I know I am repeating the same question to you over and over, but please stay with me.  So far, you advice has been spot-on!!

Greg, this is my third attempt today to reach you about your suggestions to resolve my issue.  I don't want you to think I am compulsive, but I am so anxious to get my system fixed so that all my applications will work.  My question is for you to tell me which of the 4 suggested downloads in your list you want me to download?  I don't know enough about the policies and restrictions of this help forum, but are you and I able to exchange phone numbers so that we can talk?  You mentioned in your original reply to my issue that I should feel free to ask you any questions.....problem is that I am not receiving any reply.  It would be so helpful if we could talk by phone.  Please reply ASAP.

Hi Nancy - You can reset Windows Installer to see if that helps: Right click task bar to open Task Manager. If necessary show More Details On Details tab look for msiexec.exe, highlight to End Task. Now try install or uninstall again. If this doesn’t help you can try to Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17588/... This can also be symptomatic of corruption. I would go over the integrity of your install by working through the steps for Windows 10 Performance Troubleshooting: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki... Otherwise you can try installing the 64 bit VC++, and if that doesn't help I'd also install the 32 bit (x86) ones which sometimes are required too.

Hi Nancy. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 8 year Windows MVP, here to help you. The machine is missing the correct C++ Runtime components for your type of system. (x86 or x64). Installing the following update resolved the issue. Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.a... Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package for (x64) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.a... Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x86) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.a... Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x64) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.a... I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

I haven't heard from you since my reply late this morning.  I know you must be busy and I don't want to be guilty of being demanding.   Please understand that.  I think I am ready to download from your list of 4 C++....in your original email to me.  I just don't know if you want me to download all four, or just one or two, etc.  My system is x64.  Hanging by my fingernails!!  Thanks for everything you are doing for me.

Here aer some other possible fixes: (SIDE-BY-SIDE SBS) - “THE APPLICATION HAS FAILED TO START BECAUSE ITS SIDE-BY-SIDE CONFIGURATION IS INCORRECT. PLEASE SEE THE APPLICATION EVENT LOG FOR MORE DETAIL.” THERE ARE A COUPLE OF DIFFERENT FIXES FOR THIS PROBLEM Uninstall and Re-install problem program, ie Office Alternate Fix This is a common enough problem, if you are still having this problem, open a command prompt window as administrator, run these commands, one at a time. They will take some time to complete; dism /online /cleanup-image /checkhealth dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth Re-start your system . . . Alternate fix: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=... - MS KB article with Registry hack Alternate fix: This tip was marked helpful 22 times in 7800 views A possible fix http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/office/forum... : • For side-by-side configuration issue • Click on Start> Control panel> Program> Program and features • Uninstall all Microsoft Visual C++ a

First and foremost, my condolences upon the loss of your father.  I apologize for my compulsive replies yesterday!  I successfully uninstalled a C++ 64 bit program, but there is another one, Visual C++2010 x86 redistributable 10.0.40219,  which will not allow me to uninstall.  When I attempt to uninstall it, it reads "Error 1719.  The Windows Installer Service could not be accessed.  This can occur if you are running Windows in safe mode, or if the Windows Installer is not correctly installed.  Contact your support personnel for assistance".  Shall I just leave it there and start downloading the sites you suggested?  BTW, your list consists of 4 downloads, two for x64 and two for x86.  Do you want me to download BOTH of the x64 sites in your list, one after the other?  Another thought....why do I have a  C++ x86 in my program list at all?  My system is x64.  Could that be why it won't allow me to uninstall that one??

Hi, It appears that you are unable to install QQ international application, you get an error: "The application has failed to start because the side by side configuration is incorrect please see the application event log or use the command line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail". We are here to help you and guide you in the right direction. This issue could be caused when the computer is missing the correct C++ run time components for your type of system. (x86 or x64). Here are some troubleshooting steps that you can try to resolve this problem. Method 1: Let's install Microsoft Visual C++ package for your computer. Note: If you are running 32-bit operating system, download and install 32-bit edition(X86). If you are running 64-bit operating system, download and install 64-bit edition(X64). Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.a... Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package for (x64) http://www.microsoft.com

Hi Hueyoz, Perform the steps given below to fix this issue. Method: 1 I would suggest you to check if there are any other significant error messages/codes, during the time when you get this error message. View the following link to know how to open Event Viewer. Open Event Viewer Method: 2 Also I would suggest you to update visual C++ redistributable package . You can download Visual C++ redistributable package for 32 bit from the following link. Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x86) You can download Visual C++ redistributable package for 64 bit from the following link. Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x64) Method: 3 Make sure that you have uninstalled the previous version of iTunes from your computer and then try to install the new version. How to uninstall a program from computer

Hi, 1. What dongle are you referring to- Bluetooth or Mobile Broadband? 2. What is the complete error message? 3. Is this issue specific to a USB port? 4. Is this issue specific to a dongle? Note: Check with different USB port and see if that helps. For details about it check the application event log using event viewer. Please see the link below for information about how to use event viewer to check for error message or information, http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer Please check the information in event viewer and let us know about the issue more briefly to provide you a better solution You may also follow the methods mentioned below: Method 1: Open the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Open-the-Hardware-and-Devices-troubleshooter Method 2: Uninstall and re-install the dongle software and see if that helps. You may refer: Uninstall or change a program: http://windows.microsoft.c

Hi, · Was it working fine before? If so, do you remember making any recent changes to the computer prior to this issue? · When does this error occurs? I would suggest you to follow the steps mentioned below: Method 1 : You may download and install Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package Update from the link and check if the issue persists: http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=5555 Method 2 : If the above step fails restart computer in clean boot and check if the issue persists. F ollow “step 1” in the link to enable to clean boot: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929135 Follow the step 7 from the article to “Reset the computer to start as usual”, after performing the clean boot troubleshooting.

Hi, This issue is beyond our support, please contact Corel Paintshop support team. Thanks!

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You can get to this screen by pressing the windows button on your keyboard, then type "system".  Your answer should be here. Notice how the System Type shows "x64-based processor" in the above image.  That being the case, you would select vcredist_x64.exe.  The same logic applies if it reads "x86-based" or "arm-based".

Hi, Let me assist you with this. This error may happen due to system file corruption or Visual C++ redistributable package corruption. I suggest you to follow the below given methods: Method 1: Kindly download and install Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable Package from below given link and check if it helps: Visual C++ Redistributable Packages for Visual Studio 2013 http://www.microsoft.com/en-in/download/details.aspx?id=40784 Method 2: I suggest you to run System file checker. System File checker (SFC) scan is done to check if there are any corrupted system files that could be causing this issue. Kindly follow the below given steps: Press Windows key + X , select Command prompt (Admin) to bring up elevated Command prompt. In Command prompt type sfc/scannow and press enter. Restart the computer. If no corrupted system files were found in the previous state, then I suggest you to try the following steps: Open command prompt by pressing Windows key + X and selecting “Command promp

Hi, Let me assist you with this. This error may happen due to system file corruption or Visual C++ redistributable package corruption. I suggest you to follow the below given methods: Method 1: Kindly download and install 6.2 MB Thanks. Trying Method 1, Which among these should I check?

My experience is as follows - Win 7 Home Premium was running fine; power cut whilst running led to only being able to run Internet Explorer as everything else threw up the 'side-by-side configuration' message.  Unable to install or delete anything meaningful including C++ or .net framework stuff.  After lots of hunting for the myriad of solutions, none of which worked, not even in safe mode, I resorted to reinstalling Windows 7. BUT that didn't lose everything.  Rather than having to do a full install from scratch, all I did was choose the 'upgrade' option from the Windows Install disc.  A few restarts later and keying in the product key it came up with a message stating that it had found .net errors which it was fixing, then at the end of the process all was good - all the old applications there and now working, no data lost, etc... So - worth knowing for others, I hope...

Download and install Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable from the below link: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=a7b7a05e-6de6-4d3a-a423-37bf0912db84 This would fix this issue...

that is one of the "funky" errors. Tough to diagnose and fix. Here are some more fixes that have worked for other people: "The application as failed to start because its side-by-side configuration is incorrect. Please see the application event log for more detail." - http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_vista-windows_programs/cant-launch-office-applications-after-windows/5f2a621e-09ef-4e18-9a76-2d6ac76a622e http://www.vistax64.com/general-discussion/283887-side-side-configuration.html http://www.vistax64.com/microsoft-office/285436-side-side-configuration-problem-office-2010-a.html http://www.vistax64.com/microsoft-office/285436-side-side-configuration-problem-office-2010-a.html http://www.vistax64.com/general-discussion/283887-side-side-configuration.html Prescriptive guidance for sequencing Office 2010 in Microsoft App-V - related to side-by-side error (but not a solution) - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/983462

Hey accidental techy, From the sound of things, I think its best to post all the details you can in the Performance and Maintenance section on Answers, there is something beyond the scope of your Office Suite going on. Answers Redirect Link for accidental techy Thanks!

My son has the exact problem. I put the system disk in, but I can't access it. The drive makes noise, but nothing comes up for me to try the windows reinstall or update.

My experience is as follows - Win 7 Home Premium was running fine; power cut whilst running led to only being able to run Internet Explorer as everything else threw up the 'side-by-side configuration' message.  Unable to install or delete anything meaningful including C++ or .net framework stuff.  After lots of hunting for the myriad of solutions, none of which worked, not even in safe mode, I resorted to reinstalling Windows 7. BUT that didn't lose everything.  Rather than having to do a full install from scratch, all I did was choose the 'upgrade' option from the Windows Install disc.  A few restarts later and keying in the product key it came up with a message stating that it had found .net errors which it was fixing, then at the end of the process all was good - all the old applications there and now working, no data lost, etc... So - worth knowing for others, I hope... Well I am having the same problem, I can't load or uninstall anything, only Internet Explorer, and I even tried t

Check the link below, might be helpful. http://blogs.technet.com/b/appv/archive/2010/06/10/solution-possible-side-by-side-error-when-sequencing-office-2010-on-windows-vista.aspx Note: This solution applies to Windows 7

Success!!! I uninstalled all previous versions of MS Visual C++ before installing the 2010 redistributable as recommended. Still didn't work.  I noticed that others who had downloaded the 2010 version were also downloading the Microsoft .NET Framework 4 Setup file.  After downloading, it worked! http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=9cfb2d51-5ff4-4491-b0e5-b386f32c0992&displaylang=en

Hello, Please check if you are you able to open photos from any of the Microsoft programs. Since this program is preinstalled on your computer, I suggest that you contact HP for support on this application. http://search.hp.com/query.html?cc=us&lang=en&qt=HP+mediasmart+photo+program&la=en You may also try to check for the errors in Event Viewer. What information appears in Event logs (Event Viewer) How to look for errors in Event Viewer Let’s try running SFC scan and check. System File Checker (SFC) checks that all Windows 7 system files are where they should be as they were by default and not corrupted, changed, or damaged. 1. Click Start, click All Programs, click Accessories, right-click Command Prompt, and  select Run as Administrator. 2. Click Continue or supply Administrator credentials if prompted. 3. In the Command Prompt window type the following, and press Enter: sfc /scannow 4. You should see the following on-screen messages: Beginning the system scan. This process will take

Did not work.  Any other ideas how to resolve this issue?

Hello Manasvi, Let's restore the built-in Photos app as your default photo viewer for jpeg files. To do that, we need to restore file associations for jpeg files and set it back to the built-in Photos app. Refer to the steps provided on this link by Yuri Pustjens: How to set and restore file associations . On your case, click Photos in the list of programs and then choose Set this program as default . Kindly give us an update on how it goes and we will be glad to assist you further.

Hi, 1. Were there any changes or updates made on the computer? 2. What is the complete and exact error message? http://www.java.com/en/ Let us know if it helps.

Hi, 1. Which program are you using to open the pictures? 2. Does the issue occur with any particular pictures or all the pictures? 3. What is the format of the pictures? Suggestions for asking a question on help forums http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375 The information is not sufficient to answer your question. Please provide us more information to answer your question better.

hiiii, I have tried both the solutions, but this has not solved my problem, and my yahoo also has stopped working showing the same problem , wt should i do now?????

Hey ankqk, Try the Microsoft Article below and see if that does not solve your issue: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2525435 Let us know the status or if you have any questions after this step. I hope this was helpful, and thanks for posting to Microsoft Answers!

Hi, You may uninstall any existing Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package and install the latest Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package and check if it helps. Method 1: Step 1: To uninstall the package: a. Open Programs and Features . b. From the list, find Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package and click on it. c. Click Uninstall at the top of the list. Step 2: Download and install the latest package and see if it helps. Before downloading, you may want to check Is my PC running the 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows? For 32 bit: Download details: Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x86) For 64 bit: Download details: Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x64) Method 2: You may try performing a clean boot and check if it helps. A clean boot helps to verify if any third party application services or startup item is causing this issue. You may refer the following KB article to put the computer in clean boot: How to troubleshoot a proble

Hi Dave: I have 3 possible fixes Uninstall and Re-install problem program, ie Office Alternate Fix This is a common enough problem, if you are still having this problem, open a command prompt window as administrator, run these commands, one at a time. They will take some time to complete; dism /online /cleanup-image /checkhealth dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth Re-start your system . . . Alternate fix: MS KB article with Registry hack http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;2525435 - Alternate fix: This tip was marked helpful 22 times in 7800 views A possible fix http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/office/forum/office_2010-office_install/office-2010-side-by-side-configuration-error/6a10845c-3adb-41bf-a8ed-d256a08343d8 : • For side-by-side configuration issue • Click on Start> Control panel> Program> Program and features • Uninstall all Microsoft Visual C++ applications listed. • Once done, download the Visual C++ 2008 SP1 from MS, installed it and check if offi

Another good link to solve this particular issue - https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-other_settings/windows-10-error-the-application-has-failed-to/5c6a015e-4162-491d-b7d9-f3b13612e304?auth=1

Hi, This issue might occur if the machine is missing the correct Visual C++ runtime components for your type of system(x86 or x64). Try the below methods and check if it works. Hope this information is helpful. Revert to us with the results. We will be glad to assist you further. Thank you.

for Windows10 pc In case of an error during installation: sidebyside error (ID 33) act as follow: DOWNLOAD: Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package (x64) Install: vcredist_x64.exe Install your (older) program again done!

Hi Daniel, For us to provide the best resolution possible, we would like to know more: When you ran sfc /scannow , what was the exact message you received? If you could provide screenshots, that would be great. What program were you trying to uninstall and reinstall? What other troubleshooting steps have you tried not provided on this thread? Looking forward to your response.

Unfortunately neither of these solutions are working for me. I have run command prompt as the administrator, but when I sfc/scannow it tells me I am not. I can not uninstall the programme to re install it. Control panel says it can not find the programme, but when I run that programmes installer it says it is installed.

hello you have corrupted files  sxstrance.exe is a program that will fix that problem more information and program available at this url; http://www.corruptedfilerepair.com/File-Information/sxstrace.exe-Microsoft-Windows-Operating-System-Microsoft-Corporation.asp the program sxstrance.exe is about half way down the page If this post helps to resolve your issue,Please click the Mark as Answer check mark on this page THANK YOU AND GOOD LUCK

Have you attempted a repair upgrade? It just might help: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/insider/wiki...

Have you attempted a repair upgrade? It just might help: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/insider/wiki... Hi Sir! Appreciate you response. I waited for the next cumulative update of windows but the system wasn't able to install it showing error on the process. As I expected, it wouldn't push through with the installation. I tried your suggestion which was the media creation tool/repair upgrade. It was actually the same thing that the agents that I was able to talk to attempted to do. After double clicking the download, the same dialog box keeps appearing. Kind of stuck in a loop of some sort. I would be really grateful of any help that you or anyone could suggest or provide. Please. Thank you in advance.

What is the name of the application? See: revent "The application has failed to start because its side-by-side ...

Thanks for your response, Andre -  I have received the above Windows10 error message when I tried to run the application Smart Switch which I have downloaded from www.samsung.com/uk/smart-switch 'download for Windows' - in advance many thanks for looking into my problem.

hi all You need to upgrade your C++, You need to visit. - https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/download/details.aspx?id=5582

Many thanks for everyone's help - in the meantime, I have been able to resolve the Windows10 issue with the help of Samsung's Smart Switch support team.

The application I tried to download is Smart Switch by Samsung.

Hi how is it that the machine is missing "the correct C++ runtime components for your type of system" it has been working (if you can call it working) up until yesterday. This is the first time I have seen this message?  Gerard

Hello Jordache, Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community. The machine is missing the correct C++ runtime components for your type of system. (x86 or x64).So that you are facing that issue. Installing the following update could help him resolved the issue. Method 1 : I suggest you to install the latest version of Microsoft visual C++ packages. Method 2: Use the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe) to determine which file is causing the issue, and then replace the file. To do this, follow these steps: 1. Open an elevated command prompt. To do this, Right click on Start button and select Command Prompt (Admin). 2. Type the following command, and then press ENTER: sfc /scannow The sfc /scannow command scans all protected system files and replaces incorrect versions with correct Microsoft versions. More Information about SFC scan can be found in this document: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833 Note: Steps for Windows 8.1 applies to Windows 10 as well.) Hope this informatio

Hi, We have found a post that is similar to your concern, please refer to the answer of Parth P Patel on this link , and try the troubleshooting steps provided. Let us know how it goes.

Hi Gianni, T hank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community. We regret the inconvenience caused to you. Let me assist you. I suggest you to install all pending updates, restart the system and check if it helps. Further place the computer on Clean boot and check if the issue persists. Clean boot checks if any third party application is causing the issue, as clean boot helps in eliminating software conflicts. How to troubleshoot problem by performing clean boot in Windows: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/929135 Note: Refer "How to reset the computer to start normally after clean boot troubleshooting" to reset the computer to start as normal after troubleshooting. Further if the issue persists, try reinstalling the game and check if it helps. Refer the link below for steps to reinstall a program. http://windows.microsoft.com/en-in/windows-8/uninstall-change-program (Applies to Windows 10) Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance

Hi Shonnell, The issue could be due to incompatibility or conflict with the current programs running on your device. To isolate the issue, please provide the following information: Which version and build of Windows is running on your device? Is it possible to send a screenshot or at least provide the error message? Regards.

If you have Microsoft Edge, you must have Windows 10, so I will move your question to the proper forum. Unless your computer is having a slightly early Halloween, the only thing I can think of that would produce a very loud high pitched "scream" is a failing bearing on a fan (or much less likely, on a hard drive). Is the reason that the update didn't complete is because you shut the computer down? Did the screaming resume when you started the computer again? Is the error message you received: Error: The application has failed to start because the side by side configuration is incorrect please see the application event log or use the command line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail If so, you may be able to fix the error by installing the 2008 and 2010 versions of the Visual C++ Redistributable Package as explained here: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-pictures/error-the-application-has-failed-to-start-because/df019c0d-746e-42d0-ad68-465e18e3f3ef Or you might h

i have a trouble for sxstrace.exe so repair it

Hi, 1. What is the exact error message you are getting when trying to access AOL software? 2. Which browser are you using? 3. What is the version of AOL software you are using? Please uninstall and reinstall the AOL software. Use the link mentioned below http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Uninstall-or-change-a-program

Hi Kevin, Welcome to Microsoft Community. I understand that you have an issue with Windows after performing the Windows Updates. We apologize for the unhandiness caused to you and thank you for providing us the detailed information. In this situation I would suggest you to perform a System Restore to a point where the computer was working fine (i.e., before May 27, 2015). To do so refer the section Restore your PC to an earlier point in time from the below help article How to refresh, reset, or restore your PC http://windows.microsoft.com/en-in/windows-8/restore-refresh-reset-pc Important: The System Restore restores the computer back to an earlier point in time, called a restore point. System Restore doesn’t change your personal files, but it might remove recently installed apps and drivers and also reset the recently changed settings on the computer. Keep us posted on the issue to assist you better.

I did that before you posted it and it worked now next question should I install all the updates all at once or 1 at a time to figure out which one caused problem to start with? and what order should I install them or does it matter? I really do think I will buy my next computer as a MAC just so I have something to compare to.

I suggest that you uninstall/reinstall Chrome. If that does not fix it and as Chrome is a Google Product: "Chrome Help Center" https://support.google.com/chrome/?hl=en#topic=3227046 " Google Chrome Help Forum" https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!forum/chrome Cheers.

Hi Tony, Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community Forum. Please be assured that we would do our best to assist you. Please answer the following questions so that we can help you. When do you get this error message? Have you made any changes prior to the issue? I suggest you to post a screenshot of the error messages/Event Viewer logs that you receive to get e clear picture. Follow the steps: First of all, take a screen shot of the issue and save it to location on the computer. Now, click on Add image on the answer website. Browse to the location and click on Upload Image. For reference, you can refer to the link to check information related to Event Viewer logs: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-in/windows7/what-information-appears-in-event-logs-event-viewer Note : This article also applies for Windows 8.1. The steps are different to open Event Viewer. Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance, we’ll be glad to assist you.

Try installing this download: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?familyid=32bc1bee-a3f9-4c13-9c99-220b62a191ee&displaylang=en Re: http://www.eventid.net/display.asp?eventid=33&eventno=5021&source=SideBySide&phase=1

This comes from the same write-up: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?familyid=200B2FD9-AE1A-4A14-984D-389C36F85647&displaylang=en and it is listed as Windows 7. After installation you should run Windows Update and see if there are any updates to install.

Unfortunately, that did not work, is it wise to try to install the other suggested downloads from that page?

SideBySide errors are typically caused by the current Microsoft Visual C++ version not being backward compatible with the application that failed. The Event ID 33 error message is typically: Activation context generation failed for “program name”..Please use sxstrace.exe for detailed diagnosis. There are other similar SideBySide errors with the same problem of backward compatibility. If the software works OK then you don't have to fix it but if it does not or you want to get rid of this error here are two Fixes: 1) Reinstall or Repair (preferred if an option) the application. Often the installation package will have the version of Microsoft Visual C++ that it uses and will install it. 2) Try to figure out what Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package version (available versions are: 2003, 2005, 2008, & 2010) the application needs (most likely the one that came out prior to the date that the application software was created; check the dates of the files in the package). . These are

Im having much the same things coming up on widows 7.Not 1 game plays without crashing the computer,updated: direct x, shockwave,.netframeworks and service packs,Nvidia 250gts updated vid drivers,phsyics as well.I`m really starting to think of going back to xp,nothing but trouble have i had from vista and win7,3 video cards and still the screen jumps all over the place on start up, WTF is wrong . Man i need answers...ppppppppppppllllllllllllllllllleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaasssssssssssssssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Installing the " Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Service Pack 1 Redistributable Package MFC Security Update " will fix this issue. Download from Microsoft: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=26347

Another error i get on the bsd is memory trying to write to a read only file. :( I have no idea .HHEEEEEEEEEELLLLLLLPPPPP plz

Hi, See this page to select your language : http://support.microsoft.com/common/international.aspx ==================================== Or sorry this is English area. At very bottom left of this Microsoft Community page click English and set to your language. Hope this helps. Rob Brown - Microsoft MVP

Hi, Thank you for posting your reply. Glad to know that the issue is solved. Feel free to write to us for any other assistance with Windows, we’ll be glad to assist you. Regards, Guru Kiran

Hi Carol, Please answer the questions below to assist you better. - Does this happen only with Google Chrome? - Did you check with Microsoft Edge or Internet Explorer? If the issue is specific to Google Chrome, I suggest you to get in touch with Google Chrome support and check. Refer the link below. https://support.google.com/chromecast Help us with more information to assist you further. Regards, Guru Kiran

This link did not assist me.

I went on the link you suggested found a message "if you haven't upgraded to the new Chrome dated September, I highly recommend it"  I just did that and my Google Chrome was back in working order. Thank you very much for your advice.

Hi Tony, This issue may occur due to corrupted system files. I would suggest you to run SFC (System File Checker) Scan and then try to install the Microsoft Visual C++ packages which you have downloaded on the other computer. Check if it helps. SFC scan will scan for corrupt system files on the computer and replace them. Use the System File Checker tool to troubleshoot missing or corrupted system files on Windows Vista or on Windows 7 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833 Additionally you may check in event viewer for related logs: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/What-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue to assist you further.

Hi Geethu B, Still no joy I'm afraid. I have tried both the Safe Mode option and Clean Boot option but neither alleviates the problem and I am still unable to open any application. Regards Tony

Hi Tony, Thank you for the reply. I appreciate your efforts to resolve the issue. I would suggest you to perform System Restore to an earlier point when the issue was not started. Check if it helps. What is System Restore? http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/What-is-System-Restore Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue to assist you further.

Hi Tony, Thank you for the reply. I would suggest you to create a new user account and check if you are facing the same issue. Create a user account http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/Create-a-user-account If the issue does not exist in new user account, you may have corrupted user profile. You may follow the steps in the article to troubleshoot a corrupted profile. Fix a corrupted user profile http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/Windows7/Fix-a-corrupted-user-profile Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue to assist you further.

Hi Tony, Thank you for the reply. Let's check whether same issue occurs in Safe Mode or not. Set the computer in Clean Boot if the issue does not occur in Safe Mode. Step 1: To start the computer in Safe Mode follows the steps in the link. Start your computer in safe mode: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Start-your-computer-in-safe-mode Step 2: Let's set the computer in clean boot if the issue do not occur in Safe Mode. And check if it helps. How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista and Windows 7 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929135 Note: After clean boot troubleshooting step, follow the section " How to reset the computer to start as usual after troubleshooting with clean boot " in the provided link to return your computer to Normal startup mode. Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue to assist you further.

Hi Tony, I would suggest you to perform an in-place upgrade. To perform an in-place upgrade you need to have the Windows 7 installation disc. How to Perform an In-Place Upgrade on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 & Windows Server 2008 R2 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2255099 Note : Be sure to back up any data you want to keep before you begin as there might be a potential for data loss.

Hi Rohit, Thank you for your suggestion. Unfortunately like a lot of 'Microsoft Solutions' it is assumed that one's computer is functioning properly which it clearly is not (Prime example is when it is suggested you go 'on-line' for a solution, when one of your problems is that you do not have an internet connection)and cannot go on-line) I attempted the 'in-place upgrade' but more or less immediately was informed that I did not have enough free disk space to carry out the operation. I then attempted to free up space by deleting data and programmes but presumably because of the underlying error of the 'side by side configuration' the system would not allow me to, even when I tried via an 'elevated command prompt'. As a result , I have finally decided to 'bite the bullet' so to speak and have zapped ,re-formatted my hard disk and re-installed Windows 7 and everything appears now to be back to normal. The only problem I now have is getting Windows Update to install the 150 or so 'updates

Hi Geethu B, Your efforts are also appreciated. I have already tried a System Restore just after the problem manifested itself but without result. Unfortunately the last restore point didn't go back far enough. Regards Tony Codd

Hi again Geethu B, I have tried both your suggestions (1) Creating a New User Account/Profile and (2) Fix Corrupted User Profile but unfortunately neither worked or made any difference whatsoever. Further suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you Tony Codd

Good morning Geethu B, Thank you very much for your resonse and suggestions contained therein. I ran the sfc scan but unfortunately it did not appear to find any files that were corrupt or needing repair. As a double check, so to speak, I then ran the "More  troubleshoot steps for advanced users to determine which files could not be repaired by the SFC tool" but again there did not appear to be any files that were found needing repair. I did not carry out the second option in the advanced users section of "If the SFC tool cannot repair a file" as there was no indication in the previous two steps, that I had carried out, to suggest that it had found any files that it could not repair. Out of curiosity (after conducting the two steps shown above) I did try and execute the two downloaded Visual C++ files via an 'elevated command prompt' again, but received the same error message of "......failed to start because the side by side configuration is incorrect........................." I also

I suspect you have to re-install both billspy and the  C++ it uses.  Your best bet is to contact the developer.

Here are some possible fixes: "The application as failed to start because its side-by-side (side by side SBS) configuration is incorrect. Please see the application event log for more detail." There are a couple of different fixes for this problem - http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;2525435 http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_vista-windows_programs/cant-launch-office-applications-after-windows/5f2a621e-09ef-4e18-9a76-2d6ac76a622e http://www.vistax64.com/general-discussion/283887-side-side-configuration.html http://www.vistax64.com/microsoft-office/285436-side-side-configuration-problem-office-2010-a.html http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/office/forum/office_2010-office_install/side-by-side-configuration-is-incorrect/f1fb4ca4-7138-41f6-b11f-db6b7b5af996 http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/office/forum/office_2010-office_install/office-2010-side-by-side-configuration-error/6a10845c-3adb-41bf-a8ed-d256a08343d8 http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/o

I got it fix. Sorry my bad. I downloaded the QQ Messenger not on the official site.

Maybe this will help: http://kf.qq.com/eng/index.html There is an Email Address there which is: Contact us E-mail:qqimail@tencent.com

Hi Jennifer, it depends on which version(s) of the Visual C++ Redistributable Packages that you installed . .. As far as I know QQ requires this version, install that and then restart your PC: Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Service Pack 1 Redistributable Package ATL Security Update https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/detail...

Try installing the latest version of the Visual C++ Redistributable 2015, both 32 and 64 bit: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/detail... If that does not work, try installing from within the built in Administrator account: Open Start Type: cmd Right click CMD Click Run as administrator At the command prompt, type: net user administrator/active:yes Hit Enter Close command prompt, restart, then try signing into the Administrator account. Try running the file again.

Hi Jennifer, I am glad this issue is resolved . ..

Hi Jennifer, I am Rob, an independent and a 10 time and dual award MVP specializing in Windows troubleshooting and Bluescreen analysis. Please remember as independents we are not responsible for the development of Windows or the computer hardware and drivers. If you will work with me I will be here to help until the issue is resolved. You may need another version of the Redistributable - the latest is 2017 as of this date, The latest supported Visual C++ downloads https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/297700... If that fails to help contact TenCent Support: TenCent - Support https://www.tencent.com/en-us/service.html Please let us know the results and if you need further assistance. Feedback definitely helps us help all.

The first method did not work. I clicked the link for TenCent Support but it does not have any way I could send them a message. There was a link but it's in chinnese.

It did not work. ☹️

Which version of Windows 10 is currently installed? See how to verify: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wik... Which version and edition Windows did you originally upgrade from or was installed prior to your current version: Windows 10 - 1703, 1607, 1511, 1507 (build 10240) Windows 7 Starter, Home Basic, Home Premium, Windows 8.0 Core, Windows 8.1 Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 8.0 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro

Hello Caleb, Questions and concerns about Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition are best addressed in the Dovetail Games Community You may also submit a ticket of the said issue on the game's publisher website. Let me know if you have other concerns. Regards.

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Hi Chris, Those errors were / are found in the Events Viewer for Windows Applications Logs. I am looking to reinstall Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0. Where can I download it from to reinstall?

Hi, 1. Have you made any changes to the computer prior to the issue? 2. Do you get this as an error message when you try to access an application? If yes, which application? Please see the link mentioned below for information about how to use event viewer to check for error message or information. http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer You usually get this error when there is a problem with Visual C++ redistributable package. Install Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package: http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=29

My CPU has all the right stuff.  MMmmSweeet~! A minor comment... do note that the latest version of XP Mode doesn't require that the processor support hardware-assisted virtualization. Windows XP Mode now accessible to more PCs on the Windows Team Blog:

Look at this blog article: http://www.moneypa.com/post/Diagnosing-SideBySide-failures-(sxstraceexe-usage).aspx . It's not the newest source but gives you an idea how and for what the tool is used. "I think there is a world market for maybe five computers.” (Thomas J. Watson, Sr.)

That link is bad (404 page missing).  Where else can we find an explanation for this tool?

Oops, posted in wrong question; but, people probably want to fix this too if they're troubleshooting... you know, that pesky Event link at the bottom of events!  Yeah, that one! Use this as a temporary workaround, just copy and past into a text file and save with extension '.reg' not '.txt' no quotes, and double click to have it modify the registry, or modify the registry yourself with regedit. As one can see it points to a registry entry: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Event Viewer and modifies the MicrosoftRedirectionURL key to https://www.howtogeek.com/eventid Someone discovered this, and posted it to answers today; I marked it as an answer, though microsoft doing it would be better.  It uses a page that howtogeek made to at least pull up information on the internet, something I used to do manually. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Event Viewer] "MicrosoftRedirectionProgram"=hex(2):00,00 "MicrosoftRedirectionProgramCom

Hi Jeremiah4198, You may refer the following links: Repair Office http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/word-help/diagnose-and-repair-crashing-office-programs-by-using-office-diagnostics-HA001234076.aspx?CTT=1 Install Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=29 For details about it check the application event log using event viewer. Please see the link below for information about how to use event viewer to check for error message or information, http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer Please check the information in event viewer and let us know about the issue more briefly to provide you a better solution.

Hi, Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community. This error message could be associated with many apps or programs. Please let us know when exactly are you receiving this error code so that we may assist you better. We look forward to hear from you.

Hello, This error may happen due to system file corruption or Visual C++ redistributable package corruption. I suggest you to follow the below given methods: Download and install Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable Package from below given link and check if it helps: Visual C++ Redistributable Packages for Visual Studio 2015 https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/search/result.aspx?q=Visual+studio+2015&form=MSHOME If the issue still persists suggest you uninstall the complete package and install the package again and check if it fixes the issue. Repair or remove programs https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/instantanswers/ce7ba88b-4e95-4354-b807-35732db36c4d/repair-or-remove-programs Please feel free to reply in case you face any other issues with Windows in future.

Hello Camille, I think that this link should be quite useful in your case http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-pictures/error-the-application-has-failed-to-start-because/df019c0d-746e-42d0-ad68-465e18e3f3ef If you want to check whether sxstrace.exe is missing - simply go to c:(depends on windows installation drive)\windows\system32 . If it is missing you should find your installation CD and copy it from there. Hope this helps Good Luck

Hi thanks for getting back to me, however i did exactly what you have instructed, unfortunately i still getting exactly the same error. is there anything you can advise me to do. below is the list of new event logged. kind regards jawed

SideBySide errors are typically caused by the current Microsoft Visual C++ version not being backward compatible with the application that failed. The Event ID 33 error message is typically: Activation context generation failed for “program name”..Please use sxstrace.exe for detailed diagnosis. There are other similar SideBySide errors with the same problem of backward compatibility. If the software works OK then you don't have to fix it but if it does not or you want to get rid of this error here are two Fixes: 1) Reinstall or Repair (preferred if an option) the application. Often the installation package will have the version of Microsoft Visual C++ that it uses and will install it. 2) Try to figure out what Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package version (available versions are: 2003, 2005, 2008, & 2010) the application needs (most likely the one that came out prior to the date that the application software was created; check the dates of the files in the package). . These are

Hi jawed500, You can uninstall any existing Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package on the system and install the latest Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package and check if it helps. Step 1: To uninstall the package: a. Open Programs and Features. b. From the list, find Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package and click on it. c. Click Uninstall at the top of the list. Step 2: Download and install the latest package and see if it helps. Download details: Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x86) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?familyid=A7B7A05E-6DE6-4D3A-A423-37BF0912DB84&displaylang=en Hope this information is helpful. Praseetha K Microsoft Answers Support Engineer Visit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think. If this post helps to resolve your issue, please click the "Mark as Answer" or "Helpful" button at the top of this message. By marking a post as Answered, or Helpful you help others find the answer

Hi, Thank you for choosing Microsoft Community to post your question. It appears that you are unable to install QQ international application, you get an error: "The application has failed to start because the side by side configuration is incorrect please see the application event log or use the command line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail". We are here to help you and guide you in the right direction. This issue could be caused when the computer is missing the correct C++ run time components for your type of system. (x86 or x64). Here are some troubleshooting steps that you can try to resolve this problem. Method 1: Let's install Microsoft Visual C++ package for your computer. Note: If you are running 32-bit operating system, download and install 32-bit edition(X86). If you are running 64-bit operating system, download and install 64-bit edition(X64). Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?familyid=A5C84275-3B97

I see the "The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configuration is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the command-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail." error with many kinds of programs now (Opera, Skype). I tried the steps recommended in this tech note. Unfortunately when I try to uninstall or install anything related to Visual C++ I get the same "side-by-side configuration" error. I also tried Method 2 described above and it claimed to have fixed the problems with uninstalling. No joy. I've tried to run sfc /scannow and also tried many other fixes recommended on the Microsoft KB, but nothing has helped. This problem started after the most recent Windows updates were downloaded. I also see numerous instances of this error message under Update Settings: 2017-08 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 1703 for x64-based Systems (KB4034674) Failed to install on 11-Aug-17 Is there anything else that I can try or do I need to reinstall Windows

I have encountered the exact same problem after reinstalling Windows 7 to remove a virus. I have tried your troubleshooting methods, but they are not working. What do suggest? Thank you.

Hi hervert, Installing Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Service Pack 1 package has helped users fixing the issue. I’d recommend you to install the package from the following link: Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Service Pack 1 Redistributable Package ATL Security Update

still can't figure anything out 206-535-6959.  Thank you.  don

Thank you. I solved the problem. The fix is to install c++ 2005 redistributable as described here.

I am getting the 'the application has failed to start because its side-by-side configuration is incorrect' I ran a DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image Scanhealth and got 'no component store corruption detected' I am running Windows 10 Home with the latest version Is the fix still to download and install the Microsoft C++ 2005 Service Pack 1 as stated above still a valid option?

Xin chào, tôi không thể mở Google Earth hoặc bất kỳ chương trình Microsoft Office nào vì tôi nhận được thông báo này -Ứng dụng không thành công vì cấu hình song song của nó không chính xác. Vui lòng xem nhật ký sự kiện ứng dụng hoặc sử dụng công cụ sxstrace.exe dòng lệnh để biết thêm chi tiết. Vài ngày trước tôi có thể mở tất cả các chương trình đó. Tôi không biết vấn đề là gì. Tạo ngữ cảnh Kích hoạt Kết thúc. Hãy giúp tôi!

You might be interested in this. Your solution fixed the same problem, but there are serious questions I have, and I wonder if there might be some other issue not fixed. First of all, I run sfc and dism.exe regularly (Win8.1). There are--and were, supposedly--no corrupt files on the system, even though turning Microsoft .NET framework 3.5 off and on fixed the problem. I was trying to install Applian Replay's Video Padlock 1.20 on the system. On the first attempted installation, the side-by-side error occurred. The first thing I did was to take ownership of the installer, then run it as administrator. The next run of the installer did not work either--but the error was different. Windows could not access the "specified...path, or file." Well, duh, I had full permission; I checked after running TakeOwn. I put the installer on different drives, I renamed it, and got the same error. I downloaded the installer again, and even checked my archive for my original version, but all the installer files turned out to be identical. Then I ran the compatibility assistant, and I tried installing it in compatibility mode for Win8 (which is what the assistant suggested), then, when that didn't work, I tried it in compatibility mode for Win7, then one of the Vistas and one of the XPs (in each case, for all users.) The same thing happened.

This type of error could be caused if runtime components of Visual C++ libraries are missing or because of third-party software. Follow the methods listed below: Method 1: If the issue is caused due to missing Visual C++ libraries, you may download and install the Runtime components of Visual C++ libraries from the link below: This error may occur when the Microsoft .NET Framework installation on the computer is damaged or is missing. Try the below step to reinstall and repair the Microsoft .NET Framework installation on the computer and later check if you can install the software. a) Click the Start button, click  Control Panel, click Programs, and then click "Turn Windows features on or off." If you're prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. b) Locate Microsoft .NET framework 3.5.1, uncheck the box, click OK and restart the computer. c) After the restart again open "Turn Windows features on or off" and place  a check mark nex

Hi Brian, We need more information regarding your concern with accessing sxstrace.exe. What are you trying to do? Why do you want to access the command-line tool that you've mentioned? Are you experiencing any issues with your computer? If yes, what is the exact issue that you are experiencing? We look forward to your response.

This is a very unsatisfactory reply - I asked a question - you asked me a question back! It reminds me of the first years of commercial computing when the magic computer people sat behind machine room doors and wouldn't tell anyone about what they did. I spent forty years of my working life with computer firms taking the mystique out of computing. I have a little sympathy with your job. In the old days Microsoft operating systems manuals were very good. Now someone in Microsoft decided not to produce a manual. Finding things out when you are retired is a nightmare. You can follow things round and round on your various websites for ages - they need a fundamental rethink with a good editor in charge. I have answered my question yesterday and accessed sxstrace.exe Cheers Brian

Hi, When you’re having trouble using the sxstrace.exe application , it doesn’t always mean that it is corrupted. Sometimes it depends on how the application is being launched. It is best to post your concern to our MSDN Forum . It’s a community of Network developers who can best answer your query. If you have other question, feel free to reach out to us.

Check THIS link - If these C++ installs don't help you may need another version. I have 16 different C++ Redistributable's on my machine, starting with  six from '05. Don't know if they're all necessary. Various software has installed them. If you have a 64bit OS you need both X86 and 64bit versions. .

Hi, 1. How are you trying to update Yahoo messenger? 2. What is the complete/exact error message you receive at time issue occurs? 3. Is the issue confined to Yahoo messenger? For details about it check the application event log using event viewer. Please see the link below for information about how to use event viewer to check for error message or information, http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer Please check the information in event viewer and let us know about the issue more briefly to provide you a better solution. You may try to manually download the latest version of yahoo messenger by visiting the Yahoo website. Can even contact them for assistance. Thanks!

Did you try the sxstrace command they suggested? Here are some standard trouble shooting processes you can try: WINDOWS TROUBLE SHOOTING – CHKDSK / SFC / DISM **************** https://windowsinstructed.com/run-chkdsk-windows/ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/command-line-chec... (and 8 and 10) – There are a number of “paramters” you can pass to ChkDsk to ontrol wht it does.- There could be a small problem with your Window installation. The Check disk command cleans up small sections of the disk that may have been “orphaned” / corrupted when Windows is not shut down normally. The SFC command will check and repair Windows system files, then the DISM commands will repair any other minor problems with Windows. In start menu type “PowerShell” Right Click on the result and select “Run as Administrator” run next command to schedule a check and fix the disk the next time the computer is restarted. At the end of the run it will display a status report. Chkdsk c: /F You will have to restart the com

Hey guys, I had the same error also when I tried to run one of my own program. I typed in "event log" in the Windows Help search and opened the event viewer from there. In the "Summary of Administrative Events." Lo and be hold there the newest error was "side by side". THe message is as follows: "Activation context generation failed for "C:\apache\webapps\SNP\jsp\SNP_single.exe". Dependent Assembly Microsoft.VC90.DebugCRT,processorArchitecture="x86",publicKeyToken="1fc8b3b9a1e18e3b",type="win32",version="9.0.21022.8" could not be found. Please use sxstrace.exe for detailed diagnosis." So Basically the problem is I am missing some runtime assembly file I needed to run my program. This makes sense since I just uninstalled my visual studio. Guess I have to reinstall it.... You probably are missing some runtime file too, albeit different ones. So maybe going to event log and google the assembly stuff you see may help. Best, Jian

Some more info I wanted to share... I went back through the logs and traced it as far back, looking to try to pinpoint when I started getting errors.  I noticed that at one point, the PC had reported 'unexpected shutdown' several times over.  I also noticed an error about a dll-file (I'm sorry, I'm writing this from memory... it was something like dllXXX. exe I believe).  There were some critical errors listed, and ultimately I found an early error which suggests a hardware failure. But now I've run some diagnostics on the hard drive and everything comes back fine! could it be the hard drive had some failure, messed up the file structure, is ok now, but that's why I'm getting side-by-side errors? All I know to do at this point is start over and re-install Win 7.  Its rather disappointing. I couldn't do a restore because the system in its current state doesn't show any restore points! (I am really good at keeping restore points... this probably burned me more than anything else! Where d

Hey jjgulfwarvet, I got the same message as you when launching the OnLiveTV!! Did you find a fix? Thanks in advance for sharing.

Hi n0fan, · May I know when do you get this error message? · Was it working fine earlier? For details about it check the application event log using event viewer. Please see the link below for information about how to use event viewer to check for error message or information, http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer Please check the information in event viewer and let us know about the issue more briefly to provide you a better solution. Regards Yaaser - Microsoft Support Engineer Visit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think

I've experienced the exact same problem today.  It begins upon boot-up, several programs won't start up because of the same error (AVG, Logitech mouse software, etc).  Many programs I try to open, such a Firefox or my movie database app, Collectorz... DVD shrink, Total Media 3, everything gives me the same error as above. I found my way to the event logs but I really have no idea to look for.  I've tried several reboots (haven't yet attempted a restore, trying to avoid it), same results every time.  I tried to look through the event logs for each reboot to see where it begins... but it seems like the main problem is cascading into several other problems.  I'm getting Errors, not warnings.  I  see the side-by-side errors listed, but in addition to DHCP errors and what not.  Everything was perfectly fine until today.  I have a task that reboots the PC every morning at 8am, so I can only assume my first instance of this started after today's reboot.  But last night, was working perfectly

I get this error today (2011/04/16). No

I'm getting this, too when I attempt to load a CD from my doctor with X-Ray and MRI Imagery. I've done this before with no trouble - until now. How do I fix this? Thanks.

I got the same error trying to start a program that I have used multiple times on my windows 7 machine: WINDOWS 7 error The application has failed to start because the side by side configuration is incorrect please see the application event log or use the command line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail I went to the event viewer and here is what it said: Activation context generation failed for "C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\cities xl\CitiesXL_Game.exe". Dependent Assembly Microsoft.VC80.OpenMP,processorArchitecture="x86",publicKeyToken="1fc8b3b9a1e18e3b",type="win32",version="8.0.50727.4053" could not be found. Please use sxstrace.exe for detailed diagnosis. The details: Microsoft.VC80.OpenMP,processorArchitecture="x86",publicKeyToken="1fc8b3b9a1e18e3b",type="win32",version="8.0.50727.4053" C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\cities xl\CitiesXL_Game.exe

You can fix this by uninstalling the current version of Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable and downloading and installing the 2008 version that comes from the Focus support website: http://support.focus-home.fr/vcredist_x86.exe

I am getting the error " "WINDOWS 7 error The application has failed to start because the side by side configuration is incorrect please see the application event log or use the command line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail." for every application that i try to launch. Please help with a fix. This came up not with windows 7 but when I tried to run OnLineTV and I got this message

Hi, Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community. As per the description, I understand that you are facing some issues with Windows. This issue occurs when the correct C++ runtime components for your type of system are missing or have got corrupted. So, I would suggest you to try the following steps and check if the issue persists. Method 1: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-in/windows-8/older-programs-compatible-version-windows Hope this information helps. Please let us know if you need any other assistance with Windows in future. We will be happy to assist you.

Which version of Office are you trying to install (2003/2007/2010)? Refer the link below which describes the same issue. http://blogs.technet.com/b/appv/archive/2010/06/10/solution-possible-side-by-side-error-when-sequencing-office-2010-on-windows-vista.aspx You may also refer the link given below and check if it helps: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/office/forum/office_2010-access/side-by-side-configuration-is-incorrect/7776828b-ef69-4684-a526-bddd31427e3f

Hi Jimmy, Thank you for posting your query in the Microsoft Community forum. Based on the above description, it appears that you’re unable to open programs/applications on the computer. Before we proceed troubleshooting this issue, I would appreciate if you could answer the following questions For any Windows related issues please feel free to contact us and we will be glad to help.

Hi, Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community Forums. You have reached Microsoft end use support. The issue you are running into is better suited for forum at the link below. http://social.msdn.microsoft.com/Forums/en/vcgeneral/threads Please post back if you need further assistance on the issue. I’ll be glad to assist you.

Hi Raja, Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. Sorry for the inconvenience caused with Windows 10. Do not worry, we will help you to fix this issue. You may try the suggestion given by Parth P Patel about a similar issue and check if it helps. http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-other_settings/windows-10-error-the-application-has-failed-to/5c6a015e-4162-491d-b7d9-f3b13612e304 Reference: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-pictures/error-the-application-has-failed-to-start-because/df019c0d-746e-42d0-ad68-465e18e3f3ef Hope the information helps, do reply if you need further assistance. Thank you.

Hello Jedzini, Welcome to Microsoft Community Forum. As per the description I understand that you are facing issue while opening Nvidia application and getting an error ”The application has failed to start because the side by side configuration is incorrect please see the application event log or use the command line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail” . I will certainly help you with this issue. This issue might occurs if the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package or system files are corrupt. Let’s work together to get this problem resolved. However, before we proceed I would require some more information to assist you better. Do you remember making any changes to the system prior to this issue? I would suggest you to refer the suggestion provided by Babu V replied on September 3, 2014. http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_8-performance/side-by-side-configuration-error-windows-8/f6afab28-bbdb-4d67-9e89-54429e832361 Important Notes: 1. After troubleshooting, re

Hi Wayne, This issue might occur due to Windows updates or drivers not compatible. Method 1: I would suggest you to install all the available Windows updates and check if the issue persists. Method 2: I would suggest you to disable User account control settings and see if that helps. What are User Account Control settings? http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-8/what-are-uac-settings Method 3: I would suggest you to install USB modem drivers in compatibility mode. a) Download the Modem drivers from the manufacturer’s website. b) Right-click on the driver package and click on properties . c) Click on the compatibility tab d) Check the box Run this program in compatibility mode for and select Windows 7. e) Click on Apply and click OK and run the file to install it. Keep us updated on the status of the issue.

The situation went from bad to worse with my Surface Pro losing networking ability (wireless) and then not even finishing the boot sequence.  After much research and trying many fixes (I did nto have a backup image - I do now!) I used the 'volume-up' during boot to get to the UEFI (BIOS) menu , let it sit for over 90 minutes and then Exit Setup and select No to exit without saving configuration changes to get Surface Pro to take me into diagnostics where I was able to restore the system to a time just before the software was installed for the USB modem.  (Found that solution for a different problem on the internet.) Now the Surface Pro is back to working properly and my investigations show that the particular modem I have is not supported by Windows 8 and is in fact discontinued.  I then proceeded to look for portable modems that would support both Windows 8 for my Surface Pro and Windows 7 for my notebook and it appears that the best option might be to buy a pocket wifi 'hotspot'.  I

Greetings WayneKarlen, Are you still unable to get your USB modem to work on your Surface Pro?

Hi G Clark, Considering the age of the thread I would suggest you to create a new thread with more information on the issue to avoid confusion and for better assistance. http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us

My error showed up trying to run Nero 10 Kwik media, not sure where to start?

Hi, You may check event log using event viewer. See the link mentioned below for information about how to use event viewer to check for error message or information, http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer Please check the information in event viewer and let us know about the issue more briefly for a better solution. Method 1: However, try performing SFC (System File Checker) scan on the computer. Refer the following link to do the same: How to use the System File Checker tool to troubleshoot missing or corrupted system files on Windows Vista or on Windows 7 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833 Method 2: You may try to run the fixit given in the following link and check if it works: http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall/ Method 3: Did you have any recent updates with Microsoft Visual C++? http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en/itprovistaact/thread/5491a46a-57f4-444d-a1fd-2600fa6d587e Hope this he

Hi, Side by Side errors can be diagnosed with tool named 'SxSTrace.exe’ it uses ETW (Event Tracing for Windows) model to trace the side-by-side events. It is shipped in Windows 7 and can be found at Windows System32 directory. When required to diagnose side-by-side errors, start the SxSTracing using the below command: SxsTrace Trace -logfile:SxsTrace.etl Then run your application that is causing the problem (reproduce the problem). When done, press Enter to stop the tracing and use the below command to generated a text formatted file of the output. sxstrace Parse -logfile:SxSTrace.etl -outfile:SxSTrace.txt Going through the generated text file should give details of each of the loaded modules and the bindings.