side-by-side configuration is incorrect

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Hi All,

I just built a Windows 7 box and pulled down a version of Blender from graphicall.org.

Blender will not launch and I get this message.

The application failed to start because its side-by-side configuration is incorrect.

What does this mean and how can I fix it so I can launch Blender?

Thanks!

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Try installing the MS Visual C++ package
http://www.seangw.com/wordpress/2009/10/help-blender-wont-start-side-by-side-configuration-is-incorrect/

3

Thank you, that fixed it.

I just figured a new Windows 7 would have a 2008 update installed by default…?

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i did this and it didnt work :confused:

:edit:
oh oops nvm sorry :stuck_out_tongue: i accidently installed the x86 version my bad. thanks ya