Solving SQL Server 2012 Setup Error Code 0x84B60000

Various strategies can address the setup error 0x84B60000 encountered during SQL Server 2012 installation:

1. Verify system compatibility: Ensure your system adheres to the minimal requirements for SQL Server 2012, including hardware and software specifications such as OS version, CPU, RAM, and storage capacity.
2. Temporarily disable antivirus programs: Antivirus applications might obstruct the installation of SQL Server 2012. Temporarily deactivate your antivirus prior to installation.
3. Initiate setup with admin privileges: To ensure full access permissions, right-click the setup executable and choose 'Run as administrator.'
4. Update Windows: Confirm that your system is current with all Windows updates. Install any outstanding updates and reboot your machine before starting the SQL Server 2012 setup.
5. Execute a clean system start: To avoid software or service conflicts, perform a clean boot by accessing the System Configuration utility, selecting 'Selective startup,' and only enabling 'Load system services.' Restart your computer and proceed with the SQL Server 2012 installation.
6. Fix or reinstall .NET Framework: SQL Server 2012 requires .NET Framework 3.5 or newer. If faced with error 0x84B60000, consider fixing or reinstalling the .NET Framework.
7. Remove earlier SQL Server versions: Prior installations of SQL Server should be uninstalled to avoid conflicts with the new installation of SQL Server 2012.
8. Examine installation logs: Review the installation logs for any errors or warnings that could elucidate the error's origin. These logs are located in the %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft SQL ServerH\Setup Bootstrap\Log directory.