Hi DSB21,

Based on your description, I noticed the error message, it seems that there is an article related to it, please refer to the link:

"The Windows Installer Service Could Not Be Accessed" error when you try to install a program in Windows 7 or Windows Vista:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/2642495





Best Regards,

Tao

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