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July 29, 2024 | 19577 view(s) | 23 people thought this was helpful
Error: 'Setup was unsuccessful. Error [7]'
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ISSUE
Users attempting to install or update Webex Meetings may encounter an error message stating, "Setup was unsuccessful. Error [7]." This error prevents the successful installation or update of the Webex Meetings software.

RESOLUTION

To troubleshoot the issue:

You'll need to log into the computer with an Administrator account to do the steps in this article.

  • Windows
  • Mac

Microsoft Windows

  1. Uninstall Webex Meeting Manager from the Control Panel.
    • See: WBX19806 - How Do I Uninstall Webex Software on Microsoft Windows?
  2. Download the Webex Removal Tool to your desktop.
  3. Extract the contents of the zip file to your hard drive.
  4. Double-click on the Meeting Services Removal Tool file.
    • Note: If using Windows 7, right-click on Meeting Services Removal Tool, then select Run as administrator.
  5. Follow the on-screen prompts.
  6. Download and install Cisco Webex Meetings Manager (Software).
    • See: WBX21270 - How Do I Download the Webex Client?
  7. Start or join the meeting again.

Mac

  1. Uninstall Webex Software on a Mac. For help, see How Do I Uninstall Webex Meetings Software on a Mac?
  2. Start or join the meeting again.

If the issue persists, contact technical support. For help, see WBX162 - How Do I Contact Webex Customer Services or Technical Support?. 


CAUSE
This occurs due to security limitations on the computer or if the Webex software doesn't extract properly during installation.
 

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