Can't install Windows Defender B 2 update ( new version)

[Guest]

When I try to install Windows Defender B 2 (new version) I get a file
download security warning.
The file you are downloading cannot be opened by the default program. It is
either
corrupted or it has an incorrect file type. As a security precaution it is
recommended that you cancel the download.

Can anyone help???

 

[Dave M]

Hi hdrider;

Take a look at your file associations for the .msi file extension. Is it
registered and associated with (opens with) the Windows Installer Package?

This can be seen in My Computer > Tools > Folder Options > tab File Types

 

[Guest]

Hi Dave,
Yes, it is registered and associated with (opens with) the Windows Installer
Packager. Any other suggestion?
Thanks,
hdrider

 

[Dave M]

OK, First make sure you system is totally up to date for all critical
updates by going to Windows Update and doing an express scan, and install
everything offered.

Then get a new installation package download from:

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...e7-da2b-4a6a-afa4-f7f14e605a0d&displaylang=en

and save it to the desktop.

Close any open Internet Explorer and/or open Windows Defender windows.

Shutdown Real Time Protection in your Anti-Virus

Attempt the Defender install by double clicking on the saved desktop icon.

After installation remember to re-activate your Anti-Virus RTP.

 

[Guest]

Hi Dave,

SUCCESS!!!!!!!!
Had to uninstalled the old version, restarted, updated install windows
installer (which I thought I was current with all updates. . .apparrentlly
not) and save to desk top.

Thanks for your help,
hdrider

 

[Dave M]

Thanks for the update. You're very welcome.