How to fix the 0xc000000d error?

0xc000000d is a Windows error code that indicates a problem with the system partition. This can be caused by a number of things, including corrupted files, incorrect boot order, or a damaged hard drive. In some cases, it may be possible to fix the problem by using the Windows Recovery Console or running a repair utility.

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• Restart your computer and try again
• Check to see if your computer meets the system requirements for the software you're trying to install
• Update your computer's drivers
• Roll back your computer's drivers
• Run a virus scan of your computer
• Run a System File Checker scan of your computer

1. Restart your computer and try again

1. Boot your computer from the Windows 10 installation media.
2. If you are using a mouse, point to the "Start" button and click it. If you are using a keyboard, press the "Windows" key and then click the "Start" button.
3. Click the "Settings" button.
4. Click the "System" button.
5. Click the "Restart" button.
6. If you are prompted to choose an option, click the "Restart" button again.
7. After your computer restarts, press the "F5" key to enter Safe Mode.
8. If you are using a mouse, point to the "Start" button and click it. If you are using a keyboard, press the "Windows" key and then click the "Start" button.
9. Type "cmd" and press Enter.
10. Type "reboot" and press Enter.
11. If you are using a mouse, point to the "Start" button and click it. If you are using a keyboard, press the "Windows" key and then click the "Start" button.
12. After your computer restarts, type "md" and press Enter.
13. Type "xc000000d" and press Enter.
14. Type "md" and press Enter again.
15. Type "repair" and press Enter.
16. Type "exit" and press Enter.

2. Check to see if your computer meets the system requirements for the software you're trying to install

1. Open the Start menu and search for "System Requirements for Windows 8."
2. If the System Requirements for Windows 8 page opens, click on the "System Requirements" hyperlink.
3. On the System Requirements for Windows 8 page, click on the "Processor" hyperlink.
4. On the Processor page, you will see a list of processor types. The list will include both desktop and laptop processors.
5. If you have a desktop processor, your computer will meet the system requirements for the software you're trying to install. If you have a laptop processor, your computer will not meet the system requirements for the software you're trying to install.
6. If you do not have a desktop processor, your computer will not meet the system requirements for the software you're trying to install.

3. Update your computer's drivers

To fix the 0xc000000d error, you'll need to update your computer's drivers. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open Windows Update.
2. Click on the "Check for updates" link in the upper-right corner of the window.
3. If there are new drivers available, Windows Update will show a list of them. Click on the "Update now" button to download and install them.
4. If there are no new drivers available, Windows Update will display a message saying that there are no updates available. Click on the "X" in the upper-right corner of the window to close it.
5. Restart your computer.
6. If the problem still exists, you may need to reinstall your operating system.

4. Roll back your computer's drivers

1. Restart your computer.
2. If you are using Windows Vista or Windows 7, open the Control Panel.
3. If you are using Windows 8, open the Charms bar, and click the System icon.
4. On the System tab, click Hardware and Sound.
5. Under Device Manager, click Sound, video and game controllers.
6. If you are using Windows XP, click Start, and then click Control Panel.
7. If you are using Windows 2000, click Start, and then click System.
8. Under the System Protection tab, click Advanced.
9. Click Driver Rollback.
10. Click Next.
11. On the Driver Rollback Options screen, click the rollback button for the device that is causing the problem.
12. Click Finish.
13. Restart your computer.

5. Run a virus scan of your computer

The virus scan process can be broken down into the following steps:

1. Launch the antivirus program on your computer.
2. Scan the computer for viruses.
3. If a virus is found, the antivirus program will fix the virus.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all viruses are fixed.

6. Run a System File Checker scan of your computer

1. Launch the System File Checker by running "sfc /scannow" from the command prompt.
2. The System File Checker will scan your computer for missing, corrupt, or outdated system files.
3. If it finds any problems, it will offer to fix them.
4. Click OK to let the System File Checker fix the problems it found.

Still not working? maybe try one of these options:

1. Perform a clean boot of your computer.
2. Reinstall the software you're trying to install.
3. Contact the software manufacturer for support.