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How to Fix Windows Cannot Install Required Files

by William Sanders

Windows has been known to always display different kinds of error notifications. While some of these errors are related to the windows update, others are related to the kind of program running on the computer. Even though most computer with the Windows 7 or 10 operating systems requires frequent updates, they still present you with different notifications that pop up on the screen. Notably among these errors is "Windows cannot install required files" message that you see on PCs' screen. This error may pop up in while installing updates on your PC. Once you see this message on the screen, the current update task you are performing on the computer will not be completed. The error also includes messages like file cannot be located. It can also display a unique code "0x8007025D." This code means "Error Bad Compression Buffer." The PC has a USB 3.0 which has a message signaling interrupt (MSI). The USB 3.0 can use buffer to transfer files at a higher data rate. USB 2.0 which is older than the USB 3.0 also has the interrupt request system that is used to transfer files. However, when your file contains badly corrupt files, your device' buffer become choked which results in the PC not receiving data properly. Then it displays 0x8007025D which means Window cannot install required files properly. This error is common with Windows 7and 10 PCs. If you are seeing the message on your PC for the first time, you don't have to fear because there are many ways by which the Windows cannot install the required file message that can be fixed without any stress. Today, I will take you through the causes of this error and also give you guidelines on how to get them fixed.

Causes of Windows Cannot Install Required Files Error Displayed on Your PC

Causes of Windows Cannot Install Required Files Error Displayed on Your PC
Causes of Windows Cannot Install Required Files Error Displayed on Your PC

1. Corrupted Data

When your data that are been transferred cannot be decoded correctly, the error message will be displayed on your PC. The major reason why this happens is thatthe data is corrupted.

2. Bad Storage Device

You can get the error message when you use a corrupt flash drive or external hard drive. These external storage devices may contain some unreadable files. This results in the PC displaying the error message.

3. ISO Image FIles - Link

The creation of bootable USB devices is done with the ISO images file. However, when the ISO image file you want to copy is corrupt or missing, the PC displays the error message.

4. RAM - Link

This is the computer hardware that stores data that is currently in use. When some sections of the RAM is faulty, the PC can display Windows cannot install required files error during updates or file transfer.

5. Corrupt Registry

The PC registry corruption can occur from several hardware defects. When the registry is corrupted, the PC can display the error message.

Best Ways to Fix the "Windows Cannot Install Required Files Error"

Often when the message appears on the PC, you can take an immediate step of waiting patiently for some minutes and attempt reinstalling the file. If the installation runs successfully, then you have fixed the issue. However, if this method does not solve the issue, then you can try any of the options discussed below.

1. Unplug other External and Peripheral devices

Your Windows PC can show the error message when you use a bad or outdated driver. To solve the problem, all other external memory and peripheral devices should be unplugged from the PC. This will solve the issue provided if the error was caused by any of the unplugged storage and peripheral devices. You can also observe if the installation continued from where it stopped while previously installing it.

2. Partition Your Hard Drive Before Installations

Before you start installing the windows 7 or 10 on your PC, you need to consider the storage capacity of your hard drive. For instance, the installation of Windows 10 on your PC will require about 20G of your internal hard drive.You can create a partition on the hard drive and install the Windows installation files in one of the partitions with lower space. This measure reduces the chances of getting the error message when running installations on your PC. Also, you must format the partition section where you want to install the files. Formating this section will make the hard drive clean and free from any bad or corrupt files. When you want to format the hard drive section, you choose the customized option and click on the format option to complete the task.

3. Download a Fresh ISO Images File - Link

The Windows cannot install required files error message sometimes appears as a result of the ISO image files that are used to create a bootable device. This error may occur due to the corrupted ISO image files used to create the bootable device. When the ISO images file cannot be decoded, you get the error message on your PC. It should be noted that most of these ISO image files available for download online has the same issue of not being able to be decoded. Hence, you need to download a reliable ISO images file from the Microsoft web page, create a new USB installation drive, and install the files again. Through this, you will complete the installation and stop receiving the error message.

4. Change Your USB Drive

When you have a USB drive that is corrupted or has an unreadable section, the buffering technology of the PC displays the error message on the screen. When you have this error message, you can try using a new USB drive for the Windows installation. You can also create a fresh installation drive on another PC and use it for your PC. Also, if you have been using the USB 3.0 port to read the data that is been transferred, you can change to USB 2.0. Because both of the work with different technology to read the data.

5. Diagnose the RAM in Your PC

A faulty section of the RAM can cause the display of theinstallationerror message on your PC. To solve this problem, you can remove one of the RAMs if your PC has two RAM sticks and retry the installation. This will help you identify the faulty RAM. Another method through which you can check if the RAM is responsible for the error messages is to run a memory diagnosis in the BIOS of your PC. Just tap the F8 key of your keyboard repeatedly to launch the BIOS interface. Then run the onboard diagnosis of the RAM to know if it will display the error message. In case this does not solve the problem, you can replace the RAM with a new one. Then retry installing the windows file. Additionally, you can run the MemTest86+ for the RAM of your PC to detect if the RAM is faulty. To run the test, download the Memtest86+ using another PC. Then copy with a memory stick. Extract and install the file on your PC. Then analyze the internal memory of the PC for any corrupt file. If the PC passes the test, then the PC memory is in good condition. But if the message persists, you may have to replace the RAM of your PC and reinstall the files.

The chart below illustrates how to run the Memtest86+ diagnosis on your PC

Diagnose the RAM in Your PC
Diagnose the RAM in Your PC

Learn more on RAM diagnosis with Memtest86+ in the video below

6. Update Your PC's BIOS

Updating your PC's BIOS requires the attention of a computer engineer or expert. To update the BIOS of your PC, check the BIOS version and the date of the Windows 7 or 10 of your PC by typing msinfo 32 in the search interface to open the system information. Go to your PC manufacturer website, enter your PC's name or its serial number to download a new version of your PC's BIOS.Install the downloaded BIOS files and check if the Windows cannot install required files error is not appearing on the PC again.

Learn more in the video below

7. Using the Microsoft Management Console - Link

The Microsoft management console of your PC can be used to fix the error issue on your PC. All you need to do is to open the recovery disc or the windows installation media interface. Enter mmc and open the Microsoft management console. Choose the computer management icon and click on the local computer. Open local users from the local computer and go to the user icon. Click on the administrator and set a password. Then you can reboot your PC to fix the error.

How to Fix Windows Cannot Install Required Files
How to Fix Windows Cannot Install Required Files

The chart above illustrates the process of running the Microsoft management console diagnosis.

Conclusion

The "Window cannot install required files" error can sometimes be worrisome to PC owners. You can use any of the methods highlighted above to solve the problem.


About William Sanders

William Sanders was born and raised in California. After receiving his Master’s degree in information science from San Diego State University, he started working as a city councilor. In his spare time, William enjoys playing best-selling MMORPG games such as World of Warcraft and Fnal Fantasy, where he often takes on the role of guild leader with hundreds of players collaborating for success under his leadership. William is also a regular contributor to some popular magazines such as San Jose Mercury News, Gleanster Research, and Palmgear.

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