Troubleshooting: Install .NET Framework failed - A certificate chain could not be built to a trusted root authority

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Question : I try to install AutoCount 2.0 in a Windows 7 PC which required to install .Net Framework 4.6.1 & above. But when I install .NET Framework 4.6.2 in Windows 7 sp1, error prompted “NET Framework has not been installed because a certificate chain could not be built to a trusted root authority.” What should I do?

Version : 1.8 / 1.9 / 2.0

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Possible Reason :

This error can occur when installing .NET Framework 4.7/4.6.2/4.6.1/4.6 or 4.5.2 on Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 when an internet connection is not available.


Solution :

1) Download and install Microsoft certificates. Use the below link to download.

http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=747875&clcid=0x409


2) Run the file and click on Install Certificate.

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3) Click on Next.

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4) Then select Place all certificates in the following store, click on Browse, and select Trusted Root Certification Authorities. Then click on OK and Next to finish the installation.

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5) Having done certificate installation, install the .Net Framework 4.6.1 & above.


Note : Please seek assistance from your software dealer if the problem still persists after performing the suggested steps.


By : Tan 200608, Lay Swan 200617, P200619


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