Quick Summary
Error code 0x80070652 signifies that another installation is already in progress on your Windows system. This prevents the current installation from proceeding until the ongoing one is completed or terminated.
Common Causes
- Another Installation Running: A previous installation process (Windows Update, software install, etc.) is already running in the background, locking system resources.
- Windows Update in Progress: Windows Update is downloading or installing updates, which can block other installations.
- Stuck Installation Process: A previous installation process may have crashed or become stuck, leaving behind temporary files and locks that prevent new installations.
- Conflicting Software: In rare cases, background processes of other applications might interfere with the Windows Installer service.
Step-by-Step Fixes
Method 1: Restart Your Computer
Step 1: Save any unsaved work and close all open applications.
Step 2: Restart your computer. This often clears temporary locks and allows pending installations to resume or terminate gracefully.
Method 2: Check for Running Installations in Task Manager
Step 1: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
Step 2: Go to the Processes tab.
Step 3: Look for any processes related to installations (e.g., msiexec.exe, Windows Update, setup.exe) or other software installation processes. If you find any, wait for them to finish. If they appear to be stuck and not making progress for a prolonged time, select the process and click End task.
Method 3: Restart the Windows Installer Service
Step 1: Press Windows Key + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
Step 2: In the Services window, locate the Windows Installer service.
Step 3: Right-click on Windows Installer and select Restart. If the service is not running, select Start.
Method 4: Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter
Step 1: Press the Windows Key + I to open the Settings app.
Step 2: Navigate to Update & Security, then click Troubleshoot.
Step 3: Under 'Get going', click Windows Update, then click Run the troubleshooter.
Step 4: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.
Method 5: Clean Boot Windows
Step 1: Press Windows Key + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
Step 2: In the System Configuration window, go to the Services tab.
Step 3: Check the box labeled Hide all Microsoft services.
Step 4: Click Disable all.
Step 5: Go to the Startup tab and click Open Task Manager.
Step 6: In Task Manager, disable all startup items.
Step 7: Close Task Manager and click Apply and OK in the System Configuration window.
Step 8: Restart your computer. This will start Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. Then retry the installation.
Step 9: After troubleshooting, revert these changes by re-enabling services and startup programs.