Here’s a step-by-step guide to fixing common Windows installation problems using service controls:
Problem: Your Windows installation is failing to install or is not showing the installation progress.
Solution 1: Basic Services
- Press the Start button and select «Power» > «Troubleshoot» > «Advanced options».
- Click on «Startup Programs» and then click on «Services».
- In the Services window, look for any services that are listed with a blue color or are not running.
- Check if any of these services are not enabled (green) or have a low status (yellow).
- Enable or restart the problematic service to fix the issue.
Problem: The Windows installation is showing an error message when trying to install.
Solution 2: Event Viewer
- Press the Start button and select «Event Viewer» > «Windows Logs».
- Expand the log level, such as «Security» or «Application», depending on your issue.
- Look for any errors related to the installation (e.g., «Installation failed»).
- Check if there are any other error messages that might be relevant.
Problem: Your Windows installation is not showing any progress during the setup process.
Solution 3: Service Control Manager
- Press the Start button and select «Control Panel» > «System and Security» > «Services».
- In the Services window, click on «Windows services» in the left-hand column.
- Sort the list by date installed or service status to find any recently disabled services.
- Check if the problematic service is not running (green) or has a low status (yellow).
- Enable or restart the problematic service to fix the issue.
Problem: The Windows installation is failing to install due to a corrupted system file.
Solution 4: System File Checker
- Press the Start button and select «Control Panel» > «System and Security» > «Windows Tools».
- Click on «Command Prompt (Admin)».
- Run the following command:
sfc /scannow
- The command will scan all system files and replace any corrupted ones.
Problem: Your Windows installation is showing an error message when trying to install due to a missing dependency.
Solution 5: Dependency Resolver
- Press the Start button and select «Control Panel» > «System and Security» > «Services».
- In the Services window, click on «Windows services» in the left-hand column.
- Sort the list by date installed or service status to find any recently disabled services.
- Check if the problematic service is not running (green) or has a low status (yellow).
- Enable or restart the problematic service to fix the issue.
Additional Tips:
- Make sure your system is updated with the latest security patches and updates.
- Run the System File Checker tool in case of corrupted system files.
- Use the Dependency Resolver tool to resolve missing dependencies.
- Consider using a registry cleaner to remove any unnecessary entries.
- If none of the above steps work, consider reinstalling Windows or seeking further assistance from Microsoft support.