Troubleshoot install.ins Errors and Download File

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing install.ins files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent install.ins file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

install.ins file Microsoft Windows Internet Settings. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of install.ins related errors on your device. You can also download install.ins file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download install.ins

4.1 List of install.ins file versions

File info

General information
Filename	install.ins
File extension	INS
Type	Internet Communication Settings
Description	Microsoft Windows Internet Settings

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	452
Oldest file	2008-04-14
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common install.ins file related problems

There are various types of errors related to install.ins file. install.ins file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to install.ins file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

install.ins is corrupted
install.ins cannot be located
Runtime Error - install.ins
install.ins file error
install.ins file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register install.ins file:
install.ins file could not be loaded
install.ins file doesn't exist

install.ins

Application could not be started because install.ins file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to install.ins can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing install.ins file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix install.ins errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

install.ins file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with install.ins file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to install.ins file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of install.ins or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to install.ins file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the install.ins file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the install.ins file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the install.ins file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace install.ins file

The last solution is to manually download and replace install.ins file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded install.ins file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of install.ins file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\SIGNUP\
Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\SIGNUP\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\SIGNUP\
Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Explorer\SIGNUP\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your install.ins file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename install.ins

System Windows 10

File size 452 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f99249f0381f17b4b4a94c64c1ea2165
	SHA1	bfc27eff30eab11b8359269d5449d60c5cc25d2e
	SHA256	64b2d92d15e6f86a48c2f98675648a9b8a31669f363273b86c8e7607f39112bc
	CRC32	54f6280f
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\SIGNUP\

Filename install.ins

System Windows 8.1

File size 464 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	09bcdd64662562860fe0b4c925ddd21e
	SHA1	74b85736706be94ffffad8d6421a6e3fe795d445
	SHA256	7348878aac2da644562e2beb3c6a7559f2b7a8db4b05eaccf1467bcd7005fb13
	CRC32	4586618c
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\SIGNUP\

Filename install.ins

System Windows 8

File size 464 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a50635d56cafaa148883667f241f2f67
	SHA1	5f41abc2b44c644623a38e15aba8c105c76a1eb5
	SHA256	e110204b9c0aa1c71579bd972a880df14d11681182f981415effb2ac0989557c
	CRC32	1d107cda
	Example file location	1: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\SIGNUP\

Filename install.ins

System Windows 7

File size 460 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	fe617ba1d4f3ceef07a90b5901e9a84a
	SHA1	46d88aebbd01ebc0ad8ff422f789c75b0c14bcb5
	SHA256	744a8f7add12f1446b5fd7e45dbc94f748f5ec8721fb2c25858d49b3bb9d9451
	CRC32	ac3770c6
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Explorer\SIGNUP\

Filename install.ins

System Windows Vista

File size 460 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1566c87aa0864bdbf9c1e9ab54a711d8
	SHA1	8526783cb320af8853a754bf137c5bc9f96b118b
	SHA256	d8ee0864dfa7f8bd11214caf850f3fec410f49b500386c7ee84f458dec850602
	CRC32	542c42f6
	Example file location	---

Filename install.ins

System Windows XP

File size 1363 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	8d251da708d1505e63dce20e667e0c75
	SHA1	f157f6175849e7cdc98200b812c9bf6009a62f35
	SHA256	c2180f6c74e7bc0131c9ad278ae698aab3f31e1dfcb845cf9e19523aedc643fb
	CRC32	f9f8b9ce
	Example file location	---