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How to solve the error code 0x80070005: Access denied during Office 2021 installation

There are several possible solutions to the error code 0x80070005 during Office 2021 installation:

  1. Run the installer as an administrator: Right-click on the installer file and select "Run as administrator" to give it elevated privileges.
  2. Disable antivirus software: Sometimes, antivirus software can interfere with the installation process. Try disabling your antivirus software temporarily and then run the installer again.
  3. Check permissions: Make sure that you have the necessary permissions to install software on your computer. Check the user account settings and make sure that you have administrative privileges.
  4. Clean boot: Try performing a clean boot of your computer to eliminate any conflicts with other software or services that may be interfering with the installation process.
  5. Use the Microsoft Office Installation Troubleshooter: Microsoft provides a troubleshooter tool that can help diagnose and fix installation issues. Download and run the tool to see if it can resolve the error code 0x80070005.
  6. Repair or reinstall Windows: If none of the above solutions work, you may need to repair or reinstall Windows to fix any underlying issues that may be causing the installation error.
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