0x8002801c is an error code that indicates that a COM component is not registered correctly. This can happen for a number of reasons, including incorrect registration information or files that are missing from the COM component. In most cases, re-registering the COM component will fix the problem.
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1. Restart your computer and try again
- Boot your computer into Safe Mode with Networking.
- In the Start menu, click All Programs and then Windows Update.
- In the Windows Update window, click Check for updates.
- If there are new updates, click Download and install the updates.
- When the updates are installed, click Close.
- Boot your computer into Normal Mode.
- In the Start menu, click All Programs and then Windows Update.
- In the Windows Update window, click Check for updates.
- If there are new updates, click Download and install the updates.
- When the updates are installed, click Close.
- Reboot your computer.
- If the problem is still not fixed, you may need to take your computer to a service center.
2. Try running the program as an administrator
- Right-click on the program executable and select Properties.
- Click on the Security tab and then click on the Advanced button.
- In the Advanced Security Settings dialog box, click on the Edit… button.
- In the Edit Windows Security Settings dialog box, click on the Add button.
- In the Add Windows Security Rule dialog box, type 0x8002801c in the Name field and then click on the OK button.
- Close the Security Settings dialog box and then click on the OK button to close the Properties dialog box.
- Double-click on the program executable to run it.
- If the program crashes or does not run, try running it as an administrator by right-clicking on the program executable and selecting Run as Administrator.
3. Check your Firewall settings and make sure the program is allowed to access the internet
- Open your firewall settings by clicking on the icon on your desktop, or by searching for "firewall" in your start menu.
- Look for the program and make sure that it is allowed to access the internet.
- If the program is not allowed to access the internet, then you will need to allow it. Follow the instructions that appear in the firewall settings.
- If the program still cannot be accessed, then you will need to fix the problem with your firewall settings.
4. Temporarily disable your antivirus program and try again
There is not a specific step-by-step guide, but typically disabling your antivirus program and trying again will resolve the issue.
5. Check for updates for the program and install any available updates
- Open the Programs and Features Control Panel.
- Under Programs, click on the Windows Update icon.
- On the left side of the window, click on the Check for updates button.
- The Windows Update window will open.
- In the left pane, under Available updates, click on the Update tab.
- In the right pane, under Recommended updates, click on the Update all button.
- If any updates are found, they will be displayed in the window. Click on the Install updates button.
- The updates will be downloaded and installed. When the installation is complete, the window will close.
If the answers above didn't work then you should also try:
- Make sure you are connected to the internet.
- Uninstall the program and then reinstall it.
- Contact the program's support team for assistance.