Solving SQL Server 2012 Setup Error Code 0x84B60000
Various strategies can address the setup error 0x84B60000 encountered during SQL Server 2012 installation:
- 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.
- Temporarily disable antivirus programs: Antivirus applications might obstruct the installation of SQL Server 2012. Temporarily deactivate your antivirus prior to installation.
- Initiate setup with admin privileges: To ensure full access permissions, right-click the setup executable and choose 'Run as administrator.'
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Remove earlier SQL Server versions: Prior installations of SQL Server should be uninstalled to avoid conflicts with the new installation of SQL Server 2012.
- 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.