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Java SE Runtime Environment is unable to start an installation on Windows 11

ociel gonzalez 25 Reputation points
2025-08-01T05:44:48.5833333+00:00

No matter how I try to install Java, I get the same result. I download Java from official site, and when I open the installation file it pops out standard user account question "Do you want to allow this app to make changes to your device?" When I click "Yes", nothing happens. There is no background process running, no request, nothing. Not even loading mouse cursor.

After spending hours trying to solve this, went through all FAQ one can bing, I have made a reset of Windows, without keeping the files. First thing I did after the reset, before even adjusting the regional setting and installing any updates, is Java download and installation, just to get the same result. I have never seen Windows behave this way, just ignoring any attempt to open a file.

Some of the thing I considered and tried is disable firewall, windows security, on network, without network, start it from cmd, run as administrator, try with all Java versions for Windows...

If anyone can provide me with the ideas, what to try, I will be grateful.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Gaming
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  1. Hendrix-V 13,830 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-08-01T10:16:31.86+00:00

    Hello ociel gonzalez, 

    Thank you for reaching out to the Microsoft Q&A Forum! 

    Based on your detailed description of the issue, this is a frustrating problem where the Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE) installer fails to proceed after the User Account Control (UAC) prompt on Windows 11, with no visible errors or processes. 

    Let's get start with the root cause analysis so that you can follow the suggested solutions below to see if they work.

    This issue is often caused by one or more of the following: 

    1. Installer Blocked by Windows SmartScreen or NTFS Flags 

    • Windows may silently block the installer due to security flags set during download. 

    2. Missing or Corrupted Windows Installer Service 

    • If msiserver (Windows Installer) is disabled or corrupted, installers may fail to launch. 

    3. Compatibility or Execution Policy Restrictions 

    • Windows 11 may restrict execution of older or unsigned installers. 

    4. Corrupted User Profile or Registry 

    • Even after a reset, residual corruption or misconfigured registry entries can block execution. 

    Follow these steps to resolve the issue and successfully install the Java SE Runtime Environment on Windows 11 

    Step 1: Unblock the Installer 

    • Right-click the .exe file. 
    • Select Properties. 
    • If you see an "Unblock" checkbox at the bottom, check it. 
    • Click Apply, then try running the installer again. 

    Step 2: Run Compatibility Troubleshooter 

    • Right-click the installer > Properties. 
    • Go to the Compatibility tab. 
    • Click "Run compatibility troubleshooter". 
    • Follow the prompts to test and apply settings. 

    Step 3: Enable Developer Mode 

    • Press Win + I to open Settings. 
    • Go to Privacy & Security > For Developers. 
    • Enable Developer Mode. 

    This can help bypass certain execution restrictions. 

    Step 4: Run Installer with Elevated Privileges 

    • Right-click the installer and select Run as administrator. 
    • If the UAC prompt appears and clicking "Yes" still does nothing, proceed to the next steps to diagnose deeper issues. 

    Step 5: Check Windows Installer Service 

    • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager. 
    • Go to the Services tab. 
    • Look for msiserver. 
    • If it's stopped, right-click and choose Start. 

    Step 6: Re-register Windows Installer 

    Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run: 

    msiexec /unregister 
msiexec /regserver 

    Then try running the Java installer again 

    Step 7: Use Installer Logging 

    To capture what’s happening behind the scenes: 

    C:\Path\To\JavaInstaller.exe" /v"/l*v C:\JavaInstallLog.txt 

    Check the log file for any errors or clues. 

    I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Please keep me informed.   

    Warm regards, 

    Hendrix-MSFT | Microsoft Q&A Support Specialist 

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