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Updated by Bradly Dunn on Feb 09, 2015
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Repair Windows Installer XP

Microsoft unfortunately doesn't support Windows XP anymore. But they still have information on their site about windows xp installer problems.

"The Windows Installer Service Could Not Be Accessed" error message when you install a program in Windows XP
When you try to install a program, such as Microsoft Plus! for Windows XP or Microsoft Office 2003, in Microsoft Windows XP, you may receive the following error message:
Microsoft Download Center
The Microsoft® Windows® Installer (MSI) is the application installation and configuration service for Windows. These download packages will update the version of Windows Installer on your system to version 4.5. Note: There are multiple files available for this download. Once you click on the "Download" button, you will be prompted to select the files you need.
How to Repair Windows XP Installer for Free
The most common way to repair the Windows Installer in Windows XP is to re-register it. This requires editing the Windows registry, which can damage your computer's operating system. Before beginning the repair, download and install Microsoft's Guided Help from the Microsoft Support site (see Resources).
"The Windows Installer service could not be accessed" error message when you try to install Office
Describes the error message that you receive when you try to install Office 2007, Office 2003, Office XP, or Office 2000. You can re-register Windows Installer or reinstall Windows Installer to resolve this problem.