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Installing .NET Framework 4.8 on Windows 10

Supported Windows 10 Versions

• Windows 10 Version 1507 (RTM) and later versions, including:

  • Windows 10 Version 1607 (Anniversary Update)

  • Windows 10 Version 1703 (Creators Update)

  • Windows 10 Version 1709 (Fall Creators Update)

  • And so on…

Step 1: Check Windows 10 Version

Ensure that your client’s Windows 10 version supports .NET Framework 4.8. The .NET Framework 4.8 is supported on Windows 10 versions starting from Windows 10 version 1607 (Anniversary Update) and later.

1. Check Windows Version:

   • Press Win + R, type winver, and press Enter.

   • Verify the version number and compare it to the supported versions for .NET Framework 4.8.

Step 2: Update Windows 10

If the Windows 10 version is older than 1607, you need to update the operating system to a version that supports .NET Framework 4.8.

1. Run Windows Update:

   • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.

   • Click Check for updates and install any available updates.

   • Restart the computer if necessary and verify that the system is updated to a version that supports .NET Framework 4.8.

Step 3: Enable .NET Framework 4.8

On supported versions, .NET Framework 4.8 might already be included as a feature, but it might not be enabled. You can enable it through Windows Features.

1. Enable .NET Framework:

   • Press Win + R, type optionalfeatures, and press Enter.

   • In the Windows Features dialog, check the box for .NET Framework 4.8 Advanced Services.

   • Click OK and follow the prompts to install it.

Step 4: Manually Install .NET Framework 4.8

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, try manually downloading and installing .NET Framework 4.8.

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  • Download the Installer:

  • Go to the official .NET Framework 4.8 download page: Download .NET Framework 4.8

  • Download the offline installer.

  • Run the Installer:

  • Right-click on the installer and select Run as administrator.

  • Follow the installation prompts.

Step 5: Troubleshoot Compatibility Issues

If the installation still fails, there might be compatibility issues or corrupted system files.

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  • Run Compatibility Troubleshooter:

  • Right-click on the installer.

  • Select Properties.

  • Go to the Compatibility tab and run the compatibility troubleshooter.

  • Check for Corrupted System Files:

  • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.

  • Run sfc /scannow to check and repair corrupted system files.

Step 6: Review .NET Framework Setup Logs

If the issue persists, reviewing the .NET Framework setup logs can provide more information.

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  • Access Setup Logs:

  • The logs are located in the %temp% directory.

  • Look for files that start with dd_dotnetfx.

  • Analyze Logs:

  • Review the logs to identify specific errors and search for solutions based on the error messages.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue and successfully install the .NET Framework 4.8.

If you still encounter issues, you can refer to these video tutorials:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiGVmZcKpjc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1S8daWrHTo