How to solve the error code 0x8007007E: DLL load failure during Office 2021 installation
There are several steps you can take to solve the error code 0x8007007E during Office 2021 installation:
- Check your system requirements: Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Office 2021. Check the Microsoft website for the specific requirements.
- Disable antivirus software: Sometimes, antivirus software can interfere with the installation process. Disable your antivirus software temporarily and try installing Office 2021 again.
- Run the installation as an administrator: Right-click on the Office 2021 installation file and select "Run as administrator." This will give the installation process the necessary permissions to complete the installation.
- Repair or reinstall Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable: The error code 0x8007007E can be caused by a missing or corrupted Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package. Try repairing or reinstalling this package from the Microsoft website.
- Use the Microsoft Office Installation Troubleshooter: Microsoft provides a troubleshooter tool that can help diagnose and fix installation issues. Download and run the tool from the Microsoft website.