If you are trying to install VirtualBox on Windows 10 and encounter an error stating that “Microsoft Visual C++ 2019 Redistributable Package is missing”, follow these steps to resolve the issue.
Step 1: Download the Required Visual C++ Redistributable
Microsoft provides an official download page for Visual C++ redistributables, including the 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022 versions.
- Go to the official Microsoft download page: Download Visual C++ Redistributables.
- Download both the x86 and x64 versions:
- Run both installers and follow the on-screen instructions.
Step 2: Restart Your Computer
After installation, restart your computer to apply the changes.
Step 3: Verify the Installation
To ensure that Visual C++ Redistributable is installed correctly:
- Press Windows + R, type
appwiz.cpl, and press Enter. - Look for Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2019 Redistributable (x86 and x64) in the list.
- If it appears, the installation was successful.
Step 4: Install VirtualBox
Now that the required dependencies are installed, try installing VirtualBox again:
- Visit the VirtualBox official website.
- Click on the Windows hosts download link.
- Run the installer and follow the installation prompts.
Additional Troubleshooting
If the issue persists, try the following:
- Ensure Windows is up to date by going to Settings → Windows Update and checking for updates.
- Disable any antivirus or firewall temporarily during installation.
- Run the Visual C++ installers as an Administrator by right-clicking and selecting Run as Administrator.
Conclusion
Following these steps should resolve the missing Microsoft Visual C++ 2019 Redistributable error and allow you to install VirtualBox on Windows 10.
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