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"Error applying transforms. Verify that the specified transform paths are valid."

I get this error when attempting to install a BlackBerry OS onto my Win 7 laptop (HP Pavilion dm4-1160us). If I try to update the BlackBerry Desktop Software, the update will just hang and not complete. When I attempt a fresh install by removing what is installed and downloaded the software right from the site I get this error: "The system could not find the specified file".

I took a guess and figured that I had screwed something up, or my anti-virus (Comodo Internet Security Premium) had deleted something important.  I attempted to do a system restore from a restore point about a month ago when things seemed to run good. The restorer ran for 8 hours and did not finish.

This laptop is still under Fry's electronics warranty. Is this fixable? Or do I need to take it in for a fresh Win 7 install? The laptop did not come with a Win 7 disk.

Hi,

 

Are you able to update or install other software/programs?

 

This error is caused by windows installer could not find the transforms when installing the patches.

 

Follow these methods.

Method 1:

Fix problems with programs that can't be installed or uninstalled:
http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall/

Method 2: Unregister and re-register the Windows Installer to do that follow the steps provided below.

a. Click Start, click Run, type MSIEXEC /UNREGISTER, and then click OK. Even if you do this correctly, it may look like nothing occurs.
b. Click Start, click Run, type MSIEXEC /REGSERVER, and then click OK. Even if you do this correctly, it may look like nothing occurs, or you may briefly see an hourglass. After you run this command, the operation is complete.
c. Try your Windows Installer-based application again.

 

Method 3: SFC scan checks for corrupt system files on the computer and replace them.

How to use the System File Checker tool to troubleshoot missing or corrupted system files on Windows Vista or on Windows 7
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833


Also, refer this article for more information.
Troubleshoot problems installing and uninstalling programs on Windows-based computers
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2438651

 

 

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Method one did not work, encountered an error and gave a code.

Method two didn't work at all, gave a code and error message that file does not exist.

Method three worked, but the log shows I have SEVERAL corrupted files. The method states to replace each file manually with a know good file version.......where the eff do I get those? I don't have a win 7 disk, and if I bing or google it, how can I trust I am getting the right stuff/not a virus/trojan, or worm.

I can not load any updates for windows live components or any other programs for that matter. Do I say eff it and hit this thing with a hammer, or do I take it in for repair back to Fry's? (since my warranty is still valid, and this type of issue is covered. Only problem is it is a two hour drive to that store)

Thank you for the assistance, but I'm losing hope that this can be fixed with out a disk. If needed I can provide a copy of the scan log if it helps.
--RSMorpheus

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http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947821 -- Update System Readines tool. Auto updated today for windows. WIll update if this worked.



****Mods and all other with this issue -- This post has the "Answer". Kudos to me?
--RSMorpheus

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Were you able to fix the issue?

 

The System Update Readiness Tool can help fix problems that might prevent Windowsupdates and service packs from installing. For example, an update might not install if a damaged system file prevents the update from recognizing the version of Windows that's running on your computer. 

 

Yes, let us know the result.

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well the repair tool work for a month or two. Since the last set of updates, now, again NO programs will update.

MicrosoftFixIt will download, won't install or run. The System update readiness tool will download, initial installation will get a "Done!" next to it. "Installing Hotfix for Windows (KB947821) (update 1 of 1)..." will stay like this now. It worked before, or will it only work once?
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