Windows MSI Error 1619 — Installation Package Could Not Be Opened

Overview

MSI error 1619 means Windows Installer cannot open the MSI package file, typically because the file is missing, corrupted, inaccessible, or on a disconnected network share.

Key Details

• Error 1619 specifically means the MSI package file cannot be accessed or opened
• The file path in the install command may be wrong, contain spaces without quotes, or point to a network location
• Corrupted download of the MSI file is a common cause
• Network share disconnection during installation triggers this error
• Windows Installer validates the MSI package header before starting

Common Causes

• MSI file path is incorrect or the file does not exist
• MSI file downloaded incompletely or corrupted during transfer
• Network share disconnected or inaccessible during installation
• File path contains spaces but is not quoted in the command
• Insufficient permissions to read the MSI file

Steps

1. 1Verify the MSI file exists at the specified path and is not zero bytes
2. 2Re-download the MSI installer from the official source
3. 3Copy the MSI file to a local drive (C:\Temp\) and install from there
4. 4Use quotes around the path: msiexec /i "C:\Path With Spaces\file.msi"
5. 5Check file permissions: right-click MSI > Properties > Security > ensure your user has Read access

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