Fixing SQL Server 2017 Install Error 0x800F0989

Here are some potential solutions to address error code 0x800F0989 during the installation of SQL Server 2017:

1. Verify system requirements: Ensure your system meets the minimum specifications for SQL Server 2017 installation, including the appropriate operating system version, processor, memory, and disk space.
2. Disable antivirus software: Occasionally, antivirus software may interfere with the installation process. Temporarily disable your antivirus software and try the installation again.
3. Install .NET Framework 3.5: SQL Server 2017 necessitates the installation of .NET Framework 3.5. If it is not present on your system, download and install it from the Microsoft website.
4. Update Windows: Ensure your system has the latest Windows updates installed. This can help mitigate any compatibility issues that might be causing the installation to fail.
5. Run as administrator: Right-click on the SQL Server 2017 installation file and choose 'Run as administrator' to ensure the installation process has the necessary permissions.
6. Review installation log files: If the installation continues to fail, examine the installation log files for error messages or clues regarding the issue. The log files are located in the %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft SQL Server`\Setup Bootstrap\Log folder.