Nsis error windows 10 error launching installer

Complete Guide: How to Fix NSIS Error Windows 10 [Partition Magic]

The NSIS error that commonly comes up with an error message of Error launching installer or Installer integrity check has failed has been reported by a number of Windows users. The good news is that some users has provided several effective solutions which are summarized by MiniTool in this post.

NSIS and NSIS Error

If you have download and install software on your computer, you should know that every software contains an installer that controls the whole installation process. NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System) is a professional open source system to create such Windows installers for software.

The created installers can install/uninstall/extract files, set system settings, and etc. It is because of the installer that users are able to install a certain program quickly and successfully. And users can easily and fully control every part of the installer as it is created based on script files.

However, users could also encounter certain problems while installing applications, programs, or drivers with installers rendered by NSIS. They might fail to install something and receive a pop-up window of NSIS Error, accompanied with certain error message commonly like Error launching installer and Installer integrity check has failed.

Reasons for NSIS Error

The NSIS error indicates that the installer of the specific software has failed the self-check and the software might be broken if the installation continues. If you receive NSIS error Windows 10 while installing a program, it is very likely that the installation files are corrupted or incomplete.

Here are some common reasons for NSIS error launching installers or fail to check installer integrity:

• The downloaded files from the internet are not complete.
• The downloaded files are complete but have been modified.
• The installation media is damaged when you are installing software from physical media like CD/DVD.
• The required hardware is malfunctioning.
• Your computer is infected by virus or malware.

How to Fix NSIS Error

What can you do if you receive the NSIS error that prevents you from installing the current software? Here are some troubleshooting methods recommended by users who encounter the same problem. You can try them one by one to fix the issue.

8 Methods to Fix NSIS Error

• Install the program from Command Prompt
• Rename or relocate the installation file
• Redownload the program
• Remove virus and malware
• Update your Windows
• Turn off your Windows Firewall
• Check your hard drive for errors
• Check your system language

Fix 1: Install the Program from Command Prompt

If you fail to launch the installer by directly double-clicking the executable, perhaps you can try installing the NSIS installer through Command Prompt, which will skip the corruption test and directly install the program. Just follow the steps below.

Step 1: Press Windows + R to open Run window.

Step 2: Input cmd and click OK to enter Command Prompt.

Step 3: Now, open File Explorer and locate the installer. Drag the installer into Command Prompt window, which will add the storage path of the installer automatically.

Step 4: Following the added path, press the Space key and input /ncrc. Then, press Enter to execute the command, and this will open the installation windows of the installer.

After that, you can complete the installation with the onscreen instruction.

Fix 2: Rename or Relocate the Installation File

According to the reports from users, the NSIS error might occur due to certain folder issues sometimes. Besides, if the filename of the installer is too long or contains certain special characters, you might also fail to install the specific program and receive NSIS error. So, it is a good idea to rename or relocate the installation file.

Fix 3: Redownload the Program

If you have problem installing the downloaded executable and receive NSIS error Windows 10, perhaps the file is incomplete or corrupted during the downloading process due to various factors like poor network connection. So, you can try redownloading the program from the Internet and launching the new installer.

If you can’t install from the new copy still, you can go to clear your system cache as well as browsing data and then try downloading again. By the way, some users also suggest using another browser if the installer downloaded from a browser always fails to launch.

Fix 4: Remove Virus and Malware

As mentioned before, NSIS error might come up and prevent you from installing programs if your computer is infected by virus or malware. It is not surprising that some viruses or malware attack your device and affect certain installed programs or installers, but you can remove or avoid these threats with professional antivirus/antimalware applications.

Of course, you can also employ Windows Defender antivirus, a built-in tool on your Windows 10. Here’s a simple guide to use it.

Step 1: Right-click the Start button and choose Settings.

Step 2: Go to Update & Security > Windows Security and click Virus & threat protection to open Windows Defender Security Center window.

Step 3: Click Run a new advanced scan. Then, choose Full scan and click Scan now button to start scanning your computer.

The scan process might take longer than one hour and you should wait patiently until it is completed. After that, you can try performing the installation again to check if NSIS error is resolved.

Fix 5: Update Your Windows

Commonly, the NSIS installer you download should be the latest version. If your Windows is outdated, you might encounter compatibility issue and fail to execute the latest installer.

Windows will check and download updates automatically, but some detected updates might be in the state of pending download for certain reasons. Thus, you’d better check for updates manually and make sure any available updates are installed properly.

To do that, just go to Windows Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. If there are already some available updates listed in the right pane, click Download button and follow the onscreen instruction to install them. Otherwise, you should click Check for updates button to check for available updates manually and install the detected items as well.

Fix 6: Turn Off Your Windows Firewall

If you obtain the NSIS installer from website, your Windows Firewall might interfere with the process and result in downloading incomplete installation files. In this case, you can try redownloading the specific program with Windows Firewall disabled.

Here’s how to turn off Firewall in Windows 10:

Step 1: Open Control Panel.

Step 2: Navigate to System and Security > Windows Defender Firewall.

Step 3: Click Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off from the left pane.

Step 4: Check Turn off Windows Defender Firewall option for both private and public network settings. Click OK button and save the changes.

Fix 7: Check Your Hard Drive for Errors

If your hard drive runs into certain problems, the files stored on it might be corrupted or incomplete and lead to NSIS error “Installer integrity check has failed”. Luckily, you can use the built-in check disk utility to verify the integrity of your hard drive.

To check and fix hard drive errors using this utility in Windows 10, just open This PC, right-click the drive you want to check and choose Properties. Then, switch to Tools tab and click Check button in Error checking section. Besides, you can also run CHKDSK in Command Prompt to achieve the same goal.

If the built-in tool doesn’t work, you can turn to some professional programs which can help you check for hard drive errors as well. Here, I recommend MiniTool Partition Wizard for you. It is a reliable partition manager which provides two features to deal with physical and logical hard drive errors – Surface Test and Check File System.

You can click the following button to download the application and refer to the steps below to have a try.

Surface Test

This feature is used to check if there are any physical errors on a hard drive which are also known as bad sectors. If your computer runs significantly slow or you hear the disk ticking, don’t hesitate to check for bad sectors for your hard drive with this feature.

Step 1: Launch MiniTool Partition Wizard to enter the main interface.

Step 2: Right-click your disk and choose Surface Test. Also, you can choose Surface Test from the left pane after select the disk.

Step 3: In the pop-up window, click Start Now button to start disk surface test.

Once the test is finished, the disk block with bad sectors will be marked with red color. If so, you might need to transfer your data on the disk and shield bad tracks with specific software.

Check File System

Apart from physical errors, you should also pay attention to the file system errors which will also interfere with files on the drive. You can continue use MiniTool Partition Wizard to check and repair file system errors to ensure the integrity of the files.

Step 1: Go to the main interface of the application.

Step 2: Right-click the target partition and choose Check File System or select the feature from the left tool bar.

Step 3: Choose Check & fix detected errors option and click Start button.

Fix 8: Check Your System Language

Some users have removed the NSIS error and execute the installer successfully after changing system language. You can also have a try.

Step 1: Open Control Panel and go to Clock and Region > Region.

Step 2: In the pop-up window, choose Administrative tab and click Change system locale.

Step 3: Expand the list of Current system locale and choose your country’s language. Click OK to save the change.

Bottom Line

This post has introduced NSIS error and corresponding solutions. If you are bothered by the same problem, you can feel free to try the introduced workarounds. You can leave your experiences, suggestions and ideas in the comment zone below. For any problems in using MiniTool software, you can contact us via [email protected] .

NSIS Error FAQ

To fix installer integrity check failed issue, you can try the following methods. You can get the detailed instructions in the above post.

• Install the program from Command Prompt
• Rename or relocate the installation file
• Redownload the program
• Remove virus and malware
• Update your Windows
• Turn off your Windows Firewall
• Check your hard drive for errors
• Check your system language

If you encounter Windows installer error unfortunately, here’s what you can do to handle the problem:

• Log on your computer as administrator.
• Make sure the Windows Installer engine is working.
• Keep the Windows Installer service enabled.
  Upgrade Windows Installer
• Re-registry the installer engine.

You might get NSIS error due to various reasons, and here are some common items:

• Incomplete installation files
• Virus and malware attacks
• Damaged installation media
• Hardware malfunction
• Hard drive errors

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Источник

Ошибка NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System) – это ошибка, которая появляется, когда вы пытаетесь что-то установить, но файл установки каким-то образом поврежден или неполон или не соответствует настройкам на вашем компьютере. система. Сообщение Ошибка NSIS – Ошибка при запуске установщика означает, что установщик не прошел самопроверку, поскольку он был изменен по сравнению с исходной формой. Если установка продолжится, программное обеспечение будет повреждено и не будет работать должным образом.

Чтобы предотвратить это, программа установки не позволяет продолжить работу.

Есть несколько ситуаций, когда вы можете столкнуться с такой ошибкой:

1. Файлы для программного обеспечения, которое вы загрузили с Интернет не полный
2. Физический носитель (CD/DVD), с которого вы выполняете установку, поврежден.
3. Загруженные файлы были изменены и отличаются от исходный
4. Требуемое оборудование, такое как привод CD или DVD, не работает
5. На вашем компьютере есть вирус

Есть несколько простых способов решить эту проблему. Все они просты, и вы можете попробовать установить программное обеспечение еще раз после того, как попробуете каждое из решений.

Метод 1. Восстановить поврежденные файлы Edge

Загрузите и запустите Restoro для сканирования и восстановления поврежденных и отсутствующих файлов из здесь , а затем посмотрите, решена ли проблема, если нет, то попробуйте другие методы, перечисленные ниже.

Это очень просто и вряд ли вызовет ошибку NSIS, но вы можете попробовать это, как известно, помогает. Найдите файл установки, щелкните его правой кнопкой мыши и выберите в списке Переименовать .

Щелкните его и нажмите F2 на клавиатуре.

Измените имя на какое-нибудь простое, в котором есть только одно слово. Например, измените его на Softwarenamesetup.exe . Попробуйте снова запустить установку и посмотрите, работает ли она.

Метод 3: Загрузите установку из другого источника

Файл установщика вы скачали, возможно, повреждены, что приведет к ошибке NSIS. В этом случае попробуйте поискать установку в другом месте, так как, возможно, в другом месте есть полностью рабочий, не поврежденный установщик. Попробуйте сделать это с помощью нескольких установщиков, если второй не работает.

Метод 4. Установите программное обеспечение с помощью командной строки

Командная строка – мощный инструмент, и здесь вы можете использовать его в своих интересах. Нажмите Пуск , введите cmd и выберите Запуск от имени администратора.

Когда он откроется, перетащите установщик внутрь окна. Вы увидите, что путь к установщику отобразится на экране командной строки . Пока не нажимайте Enter. Нажмите пробел и введите /NCRC после пути настройки.

Если по какой-то причине путь к исполняемому файлу не отображается, когда вы перетаскиваете его в командную строку (окно) , затем вручную введите и перейдите к местоположению.

Затем нажмите Enter , и установка должна начаться. Команда /NCRC заставит программу установки пропустить проверку на наличие повреждений и продолжить работу, даже если в ней возникнет ошибка. Однако имейте в виду, что при этом будет установлено ваше программное обеспечение, но в случае серьезной ошибки оно может не сработать.

Метод 5: проверьте язык системы

Удерживайте клавишу Windows и нажмите X и выберите Панель управления .

В панели управления введите

На панели «Язык» выберите Изменить формат даты, времени или чисел На левой панели, а затем перейдите на вкладку Административные .

Выберите Изменить языковой стандарт системы на язык вашей страны. Если программное обеспечение работает на другом языке, вы можете изменить язык, но это также изменит язык и раскладку клавиатуры.

Метод 6. Перенести установщик на другой диск

В некоторых случаях установщик не может быть установлен из установки, если он находится в конкретный диск. Поэтому, если на вашем компьютере несколько разделов, вы можете переместить установку в другой раздел. Для этого:

1. Вправо – щелкните на « (имя установщика) setup.exe »и выберите« Копировать ».
2. Откройте раздел и выберите« Paste “.
3. Дважды щелкните исполняемый файл и установите флажок , чтобы проверить, сохраняется ли проблема.

Метод 7. Проверить компьютер на вирусы

Если все из вышеупомянутых методов не удается, ваш компьютер может быть заражен вирусом, который не позволяет ему устанавливать программное обеспечение, и, пока вы его не очистите, вы не сможете многое сделать. Вы можете сделать это с помощью антивируса по вашему выбору, но обязательно запустите полное, тщательное сканирование, а не быстрое, так как быстрое пропускает множество файлов и папок, которые потенциально могут содержать проблемный файл, зараженный вирусом. вирус.

Ошибка NSIS может быть результатом серьезно поврежденного установочного файла или ложного сообщения об ошибке из-за ошибки в операционной системе, но в любом случае один из описанных выше методов поможет вам справиться с проблемой.

Если Вы часто скачиваете и устанавливаете на свой компьютер игры и приложения, то скорее всего, рано или поздно, но столкнётесь с ошибкой NSIS Error, появляющейся при попытке запустить инсталлятор программы. Причём встретить её Вы можете как на современных Windows 7 и Windows 8, так и на уже устаревшей Windows XP. Там она обычно идёт с комментарием «Error launching installer» и выглядит вот так:

В это же время другие приложения могут отлично устанавливаться без каких-либо проблем.
Давайте попробуем разобраться что это за ошибка, вследствие чего она может появиться и как можно её убрать?!

Аббревиатуру NSIS можно расшифровать как «Nullsoft Scriptable Install System», то есть скриптовая установочная система приложений от компании Nullsoft (оф. сайт nsis.sf.net). Надо отметить, что разрабатывается и используется она уже довольно-таки давно. Она очень удобная и надёжная, но при том весьма простая. Я, например, пользовался ею ещё в 2003 году для распаковки одной из своих программ.
Таким образом получается, что ошибка NSIS Error связана с работой конкретного установочного пакета и, как правило, не является системным сбоем операционной системы. Причин её появления может быть несколько:

1. Проблемы с целостностью установочного файла

Это самая частая причина, из-за которой может появиться сбой работы инсталляционного пакета и ошибка «NSIS Error». Если Вы скачивали программу из Интернета, то дистрибутив программы мог просто полностью не скачаться, а значит либо не запустится, либо вылетит дальше, при распаковке и установке. Попробуйте заново его скачать и запустить. Если всё то же самое — попробуйте скачать дистрибутив с другого сайта. Так же можно попробовать запустить закачку с помощью другого браузера или менеджера закачек.
В случае проблемы при запуске установщика с флешки, возможно, что установщик не был полностью на неё записан, либо флешку отключили во время записи.
А вот если ошибка возникает при установке игры или программы с CD или DVD-диска, то тут чаще всего причиной является грязная поверхность носителя, либо царапины.

2. Вирусы

Разного рода вредоносная компьютерная нечисть очень любит заражать установочные пакеты разных программ чтобы далее максимально распространиться как на локальном компьютере, так и на других, подключенных к нему по сети.

При этом целостность инсталлятора нарушается, приложение не устанавливается и выскакивает ошибка «NSIS Error».
Что делать? Тщательно проверить систему надёжным антивирусом с актуальными базами. А лучше несколькими. Я настоятельно рекомендую DrWeb CureIT и Kaspersky Virus Removal Tools.

3. Отсутствует свободное место на диске

При скачивании на компьютер дистрибутивов игр и программ некоторые пользователи забывают проверить есть ли для этого необходимое место на жестком диске. В этом случае может случиться так, что часть установочного пакета скачается, а когда место закончится, то файл просто сохранится с тем объёмом на которое хватило свободного пространства на диске. Само-собой, нормально он уже не запустится.

Если ничего не помогает:

Проверьте, чтобы имя файла не содержало русских букв, так как некоторые версии пакета могут к этому относиться критически. Так же нежелательно, чтобы там присутствовали пробелы или специальные символы (@,#,$,%,& и т.п.).
Попробуйте отключить фаерволл и антивирус. Случается так, что совершенно нормальные программы могут быть заблокированы системой безопасности просто по подозрению. Соответственно, нормально работать такому установщику антивирус уже не даст.
Ну и последний вариант — проверьте локальный диск, на который скачиваете или копируете инсталлятор, системной утилитой chkdsk. Возможно на нём присутствуют ошибки, которые препятствуют нормальной работе инсталляционного пакета.

При установке приложений, использующих для этого установочный пакет Nullsoft Scriptable Install System у Вас может возникнуть ошибка  — NSIS Error c текстом»Error Launching Installer» или «Installer integrity check has failed».
Так же, в окне может быть ссылка на страничку nsis.sf.net/nsis_error. Как её исправить?
Если Вы скачивали программу из Интернета, то скорее всего причина тут в том, что установшик программы просто нормально не скачался. Начните с того, что заново его скачайте и запустите установку. Обычно именно это помогает. 

Если всё равно выскакивает ошибка NSIS Error, то попробуйте скачать программу с другого сайта заново. Возможно там залита битая копия.
Так же можно попробовать воспользоваться для загрузки другим браузером или Download-менеджером.

Что ещё можно попробовать?!

— скопируйте установщик в другую папку. Проверьте, чтобы она не содержала русских букв — только латинские!

— Проверьте, чтобы в имени инсталлера программы не было русских букв, пробелов или спецсимволов. Это тоже может вызвать ошибку NSIS.

— Отключите установленный антивирус, возможно он блокирует установщик. При этом совершенно необязательно, что программа содержит вирус. Просто антивирусные программы могут заблокировать действия какого-нибудь приложения только по подозрению. Это нормально.

— Обновите базы антивирусной программы и проверьте её свой компьютер. Ошибка NSIS Error может появиться из-за того, что какой-нибудь вирус повредил установочный пакет, прописав туда часть своего кода. После проверки — заново загрузите установочный пакет и запустите его.

— Проверьте логический диск компьютера, на котором лежит инсталлятор, системной утилитой chkdsk.

Если вдруг ничего не помогло и NSIS Error всё равно не даёт установить приложение — тогда попробуйте скачать её у друзей или знакомых и проверить установку на их компьютере. Работает без проблем? Копируйте на флешку и несите к себе. Этим, по крайней мере, Вы исключите проблемы с самим установочным файлом, проверив его на работоспособность.

The NSIS error that commonly comes up with an error message of Error launching installer or Installer integrity check has failed has been reported by a number of Windows users. The good news is that some users has provided several effective solutions which are summarized by MiniTool in this post.

NSIS and NSIS Error

If you have download and install software on your computer, you should know that every software contains an installer that controls the whole installation process. NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System) is a professional open source system to create such Windows installers for software.

The created installers can install/uninstall/extract files, set system settings, and etc. It is because of the installer that users are able to install a certain program quickly and successfully. And users can easily and fully control every part of the installer as it is created based on script files.

However, users could also encounter certain problems while installing applications, programs, or drivers with installers rendered by NSIS. They might fail to install something and receive a pop-up window of NSIS Error, accompanied with certain error message commonly like Error launching installer and Installer integrity check has failed.

Reasons for NSIS Error

The NSIS error indicates that the installer of the specific software has failed the self-check and the software might be broken if the installation continues. If you receive NSIS error Windows 10 while installing a program, it is very likely that the installation files are corrupted or incomplete.

Here are some common reasons for NSIS error launching installers or fail to check installer integrity:

• The downloaded files from the internet are not complete.
• The downloaded files are complete but have been modified.
• The installation media is damaged when you are installing software from physical media like CD/DVD.
• The required hardware is malfunctioning.
• Your computer is infected by virus or malware.

How to Fix NSIS Error

What can you do if you receive the NSIS error that prevents you from installing the current software? Here are some troubleshooting methods recommended by users who encounter the same problem. You can try them one by one to fix the issue.

Fix 1: Install the Program from Command Prompt

If you fail to launch the installer by directly double-clicking the executable, perhaps you can try installing the NSIS installer through Command Prompt, which will skip the corruption test and directly install the program. Just follow the steps below.

Step 1: Press Windows + R to open Run window.

Step 2: Input cmd and click OK to enter Command Prompt.

Step 3: Now, open File Explorer and locate the installer. Drag the installer into Command Prompt window, which will add the storage path of the installer automatically.

Step 4: Following the added path, press the Space key and input /ncrc. Then, press Enter to execute the command, and this will open the installation windows of the installer.

After that, you can complete the installation with the onscreen instruction.

Fix 2: Rename or Relocate the Installation File

According to the reports from users, the NSIS error might occur due to certain folder issues sometimes. Besides, if the filename of the installer is too long or contains certain special characters, you might also fail to install the specific program and receive NSIS error. So, it is a good idea to rename or relocate the installation file.

Fix 3: Redownload the Program

If you have problem installing the downloaded executable and receive NSIS error Windows 10, perhaps the file is incomplete or corrupted during the downloading process due to various factors like poor network connection. So, you can try redownloading the program from the Internet and launching the new installer.

If you can’t install from the new copy still, you can go to clear your system cache as well as browsing data and then try downloading again. By the way, some users also suggest using another browser if the installer downloaded from a browser always fails to launch.

Fix 4: Remove Virus and Malware

As mentioned before, NSIS error might come up and prevent you from installing programs if your computer is infected by virus or malware. It is not surprising that some viruses or malware attack your device and affect certain installed programs or installers, but you can remove or avoid these threats with professional antivirus/antimalware applications.

Of course, you can also employ Windows Defender antivirus, a built-in tool on your Windows 10. Here’s a simple guide to use it.

Step 1: Right-click the Start button and choose Settings.

Step 2: Go to Update & Security > Windows Security and click Virus & threat protection to open Windows Defender Security Center window.

Step 3: Click Run a new advanced scan. Then, choose Full scan and click Scan now button to start scanning your computer.

The scan process might take longer than one hour and you should wait patiently until it is completed. After that, you can try performing the installation again to check if NSIS error is resolved.

Fix 5: Update Your Windows

Commonly, the NSIS installer you download should be the latest version. If your Windows is outdated, you might encounter compatibility issue and fail to execute the latest installer.

Windows will check and download updates automatically, but some detected updates might be in the state of pending download for certain reasons. Thus, you’d better check for updates manually and make sure any available updates are installed properly.

To do that, just go to Windows Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. If there are already some available updates listed in the right pane, click Download button and follow the onscreen instruction to install them. Otherwise, you should click Check for updates button to check for available updates manually and install the detected items as well.

Fix 6: Turn Off Your Windows Firewall

If you obtain the NSIS installer from website, your Windows Firewall might interfere with the process and result in downloading incomplete installation files. In this case, you can try redownloading the specific program with Windows Firewall disabled.

Here’s how to turn off Firewall in Windows 10:

Step 1: Open Control Panel.

Step 2: Navigate to System and Security > Windows Defender Firewall.

Step 3: Click Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off from the left pane.

Step 4: Check Turn off Windows Defender Firewall option for both private and public network settings. Click OK button and save the changes.

See also: 7 Ways to Fix Control Panel Not Opening in Windows 10

Fix 7: Check Your Hard Drive for Errors

If your hard drive runs into certain problems, the files stored on it might be corrupted or incomplete and lead to NSIS error “Installer integrity check has failed”. Luckily, you can use the built-in check disk utility to verify the integrity of your hard drive.

To check and fix hard drive errors using this utility in Windows 10, just open This PC, right-click the drive you want to check and choose Properties. Then, switch to Tools tab and click Check button in Error checking section. Besides, you can also run CHKDSK in Command Prompt to achieve the same goal.

If the built-in tool doesn’t work, you can turn to some professional programs which can help you check for hard drive errors as well. Here, I recommend MiniTool Partition Wizard for you. It is a reliable partition manager which provides two features to deal with physical and logical hard drive errors – Surface Test and Check File System.

You can click the following button to download the application and refer to the steps below to have a try.

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Surface Test

This feature is used to check if there are any physical errors on a hard drive which are also known as bad sectors. If your computer runs significantly slow or you hear the disk ticking, don’t hesitate to check for bad sectors for your hard drive with this feature.

Step 1: Launch MiniTool Partition Wizard to enter the main interface.

Step 2: Right-click your disk and choose Surface Test. Also, you can choose Surface Test from the left pane after select the disk.

Step 3: In the pop-up window, click Start Now button to start disk surface test.

Once the test is finished, the disk block with bad sectors will be marked with red color. If so, you might need to transfer your data on the disk and shield bad tracks with specific software.

Check File System

Apart from physical errors, you should also pay attention to the file system errors which will also interfere with files on the drive. You can continue use MiniTool Partition Wizard to check and repair file system errors to ensure the integrity of the files.

Step 1: Go to the main interface of the application.

Step 2: Right-click the target partition and choose Check File System or select the feature from the left tool bar.

Step 3: Choose Check & fix detected errors option and click Start button.

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Fix 8: Check Your System Language

Some users have removed the NSIS error and execute the installer successfully after changing system language. You can also have a try.

Step 1: Open Control Panel and go to Clock and Region > Region.

Step 2: In the pop-up window, choose Administrative tab and click Change system locale.

Step 3: Expand the list of Current system locale and choose your country’s language. Click OK to save the change.

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Bottom Line

This post has introduced NSIS error and corresponding solutions. If you are bothered by the same problem, you can feel free to try the introduced workarounds. You can leave your experiences, suggestions and ideas in the comment zone below. For any problems in using MiniTool software, you can contact us via [email protected].

NSIS Error FAQ

NSIS error is an installer-related issue that can pop up abruptly. It follows up with messages like ‘Error Launching Installer, and Installer Integrity Check Has Failed.” Once again, unfortunately, it is an error windows users frequently face. But don’t you worry!

This guide will help you solve all the issues related to this error. You will learn of every known credible method.

What Is an NSIS Error?

When you download an app for your Computer, it comes with an installer. Each software has its installer. These installers ensure a seamless process. If everything goes smoothly, you will be able to use the app without any problem. 

NSIS stands for Nullsoft Scriptable Install System. It is the most common open-source system that allows anyone to create an installer. As mentioned, installers aren’t built into Microsoft Windows. Each program, app, or software comes with its standalone installer.

NSIS is known for making the process efficient for the creators. It is a professional tool. If you create an installer by using NSIS, you get a full-fledged system. It allows you to extract files or install and uninstall the program from the Computer. 

The more you work on the Installer, the more features it will provide. As you might know, some installers also offer extra settings. You can make changes and then launch the app. 

In simple words, NSIS makes it possible for you to create an Installer. This installer speeds up the entire process efficiently. Ergo, everything is smooth and seamless. Users will have specific commands and controls over the installer.

That’s why when an NSIS error occurs, it means that the installer is having a problem. NSIS error isn’t exclusive to software. It can be for a driver, a program, an app, or something else. Often, users receive a pop-up when an NSIS error occurs. 

These pop-ups have another technical message that normal people won’t get. But you will learn more about that in this article. 

What Causes NSIS Error?

Before any installer starts running the entire process, it makes a check. These self-checks are to ensure the script and entire installer is working fine. When that isn’t the case, the error appears. 

It could mean that either the installer is corrupt or the software. There might not be apt files for it to continue. On Windows 10, it is generally related to incomplete installation files. 

Some common reasons include:

• If you downloaded them from the internet, the files might be incomplete. 
• You downloaded the complete file, but they got modified. Ergo, Installer is failing to read them.
• If you’re installing via CD/DVD, Flash Drive, or similar devices, the device might not be working. The physical media may be corrupted.
• You don’t have the right hardware or physical media to install the program. Thus, the hardware is malfunctioning. 
• Virus and malware activity may also hinder the installation process. You can receive an error if there is some malware preventing the installation. 

Guide To Fix NSIS Error Issues

Is there anything that you can do to solve this issue? The good news is that there are plenty of things that you can try. This guide has authentic methods that will help you diagnose the problem. You will learn to troubleshoot and fix it by yourself. 

Get ready to try these methods one after another until you solve the problem.

Solutions To Fix NSIS Error 

1. Use Command Prompt To Install A Program.
2. Rename The File, Or Change The Location.
3. Download The Entire Program Again
4. Check For Virus And Malware
5. Check For The Windows 10 Updates
6. Disable Your Firewall
7. Check For Hard Drive Issues 
8. System Language Problems

Solution 1: Using The Command Prompt

The first step to using an Installer is by launching it. You’d have to double-click on it. But, if you’re failing to do so and face an error, this solution can help. You can use the command prompt to fix the problem.

After all, the proper command prompt is a great way to launch anything in windows 10. Command prompt also skips the Installer tests (For corruption, missing files, etc.). It will straight up install the software or program.

All you need to do is follow these steps:

• First, go and find where the installer is. Use the file explorer.
• Once you find the location, minimize the Window.
• Press the Windows Key + R key together. This will launch the Run window.
• Type ‘cmd’ in the run bar and press enter. You can also click Ok. This will launch the Command Prompt.
• Now resume to the File Explorer and the installer you found. Maximize the window to drag and drop the installer in the command prompt.
• This way, you won’t have to type the entire storage path in the command prompt.
• Press Space once the storage path appears. Then type /ncrc.
• Press Enter, and it will launch the installer.

The rest is all about you following the installer and instructions. It should work just fine now. This is the most helpful tip for you to learn.

Solution 2: Rename The File, Or Change Location

Sometimes, the installer fails to read the entire storage path. NSIS error might appear if there is some folder issue. The filename could be too long. If there are special characters and other attributes, the installer might fail. It becomes challenging for the installer to read it all.

Thus, it can prompt another NSIS error. If that’s the case, you can rename the file. You can also change the storage path to make it shorter.

Here are some tips for you:

• If you rename the file, keep it short. Try to have a one-word name, if possible. Don’t include any special characters or numbers. That can hinder the installation process.
• If you change the location, try to keep it as short as possible. You can move the files to the desktop or create a folder there. There is the downloads folder, as well. The shorter route is always better.

Solution 3: Redownloading The Program

Have you not had any luck so far? If you’ve tried the above-given methods, it might be an installer problem. Did you still get NSIS error? Perhaps the file is incomplete. Maybe it is corrupted.

There are many reasons for that to happen. The internet connection isn’t always the best. There can be abrupt disruptions. This can lead to some essential components missing while you’re downloading the file. Poor network connection or limited bandwidth is often the reason for these errors.

The best thing that you can do by now is to redownload the entire software. Yes, you should delete the old installer and program, then download again.

Try to clear the system cache before you redownload and reinstall. Also, make sure that the old copy is deleted. You will also have to clear the browsing data before downloading. Remember, if your browser faces frequent installer failures, change it. Try another browser and see if you still receive the errors.

Now, if you didn’t install the files but use a device like USB or CD, replace it. The CD/DVD or USB drive may be corrupted. You might want to get a new copy of the software to download.

Solution 4: Check For Virus / Malware

One of the mentioned issues is malware and viruses. These elements never fail to spoil the Computer. It’s natural to assume that they can be behind an NSIS error, as well. Some malware and viruses prevent the installation progression.

It usually happens when you download a program. If you have a virus or malware in your system, it can corrupt the installer file. This problem is the same as the previously mentioned problems. But you won’t be able to fix it by using their solutions.

After all, corruption means it is deep-rooted. The only way for you to fix this is by using an antivirus or an antimalware program. If your installer has failed even after all the solutions, time for you to try this. 

Avast antivirus and Malwarebytes are both great antivirus and antimalware tools. If you don’t want to spend money, then you can try Windows Defender.

Windows Defender is a built-in antivirus and antimalware program. It is self-sufficient in offering a wide range of protection. To use it, follow these steps:

• Go to the Start Menu. It is the Windows Logo in the bottom left corner. You can select Settings or search for it.
• Then go to ‘Update & Security’ and then open Windows Security.
• Click on Virus & Threat Protection. This will lead you to Windows Defender.

Now, you will have plenty of features and tools to use. Follow along with these:

• Click on ‘Run A New Advanced Scan.’
• Click on Full Scan and then Scan Now.
• This process will scan your entire Computer.

As it is going to scan your entire system, it will take some time. Depending on your system’s specs, it can take hours. But you should be patient and wait for it to finish.

Once it finds any error, you can get rid of those. If you fail to find any errors, perhaps go for the premium-grade tools. You can also try the option to scan without booting the system. The option is Windows Offline Scan.

Solution 5: The Windows 10 Update

Before you download software to install, check for the requirements. Make sure that the software, app, or program has up-to-date requirements. Some outdated programs will need an older version of windows.

Relatively, it is also possible that you need to update windows. Most downloaders for the latest apps and programs are up-to-date. If you’re downloading the latest software and still failing, update windows. After all, you’ve already tried other methods. This sounds like a logical way to go.

• Remember that the latest Windows OS (Like Windows 10) has automatic updates. You can’t turn them off permanently. But you might need a Wi-Fi connection.
• Sometimes the downloads or installations remain pending for unknown reasons.
• It is a good idea to check for the updates manually once in a while.

To check for the updates, follow this guide:

• Open Windows Settings. You can also press Windows Key + I.
• Go to Update & Security and Find Windows Update.
• Check for any new updates. If there are new updates, download them.
• After downloading them, you will have to install them.
• You can decide when to install it.

Most updates are installed during off-work hours automatically. When you shut down, an update might take place. But you can also get updates manually. 

Solution 6: Turning Off The Firewall

Windows Firewall is there for your protection. It eliminates the risk related to DDOS attacks and hacking. Usually, it is a great idea to keep Windows Firewall active. But, sometimes, it can cause problems with the installer.

It happens when the Firewall doesn’t allow the Installer to work. Maybe because you have downloaded it from an unknown source, you can do two things:

1. Try to redownload the Installer file or change the provider.
2. Disable Windows Firewall.

Before you disable Windows Firewall, remember to do it temporarily. You should resume and activate it again once you install the program.

Here is how to disable Windows Firewall:

• Go to the Start Menu and find the Control Panel. Click on it.
• Then go to System And Security. Find Windows Defender Firewall.
• Click on it and find ‘Turn Windows Defender Firewall On Or Off.’  You can click on it to do so.
• Make sure to also check on ‘Turn Off Windows Defender Firewall.’ Follow this for private and public networks.
• Click OK. You’re good to go.

To start the Firewall again, you can come back to the same settings and turn it on. Don’t forget about public and private networks.

Solution 7: Check The Hard Drive

Did you still get an NSIS error after going through all the steps? Perhaps the problem is with the physical media. Problems with Hard drives are another common reason for the NSIS error.

This one is mainly related to the ‘installer integrity check has failed’ error. But, you don’t have to worry too much. There are some built-in tools in your OS that you can use.

Here is how you can check or even fix hard drive issues:

• Click on This Computer (Windows 10). Make sure to open it. It is also known as My Computer in previous Windows.
• Now, right-click on the Disk drive partition that you want to check.
• Go to the Properties of the drive.
• Find the Tools tab and find the ‘Error Checking’ option.
• There you will find a command ‘Check’ to launch.

This will thoroughly scan your hard drive to see if there is any problem. You can also use the command bar and type ‘chkdsk’ on it and select the Disk Drive name.

Of course, many third-party professional tools aim to provide solutions. But, there’s no reason for you to try that. If the above-given step didn’t work, you could run other tests. 

If there is any error, you can launch a repair. However, if the drive is broken, you will have to get new hardware. The corruption test is one of the best self-check options. 

Solution 8: System Language Problem

When we talk about System language, we don’t mean programming. Strangely enough, sometimes changing the language of your Computer works. For example, changing it from English to another language.

Many users have reported that it is quite a valuable solution for NSIS errors. If you want to give it a try, follow these steps:

• Go to the Control Panel.
• Find Clock And Region. Click on Region.
• Make sure to choose the Administrative tab and click on ‘Change System Locale.’
• You will find an option to expand the ‘Current System Locale.’
• Expand it and choose another language that you understand. Click Ok.

Now, go ahead and rerun the installer. See if you still get an NSIS error or not.