How to Fix .NET Framework Blocked on Windows 10/11?

.NET Framework Blocked on Windows 10/11

.NET Framework blocked is one of the errors you might get during the installation of framework. It indicated that the framework you tried to install is not compatible with your system. The complete error message is:

Setup has detected that this computer does not meet the requirements to complete this operation. The following blocking issues must be resolved before you can proceed.

The .NET Framework redistributable does not apply to this operating system. Please download the .NET Framework for your operating system from the Microsoft Download Center.

There are two ways to solve this issue. One is to install .NET Framework via the optional options, the other is to run the setup verification and repair tools. Scroll down to get the detailed instructions now!

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How to Fix .NET Framework Blocked on Windows 10/11?

Fix 1: Enable .NET Framework

When you encounter .NET Framework 4.8 blocking or not installing, you can consider getting it via the optional features. Follow these steps:

Step 1. Type control panel in the search bar and hit OK.

Step 2. In Control Panel, click on Programs > Programs and Features > Turn Windows features on or off.

Step 3. Tick .NET Framework 3.5 (includes .NET 2.0 and 3.0) and then click on OK.

Tip: If the service is already checked when you open the Windows Feature window, you can uncheck and then recheck .NET Framework 3.5 (includes .NET 2.0 and 3.0) to check if .NET Framework blocked is fixed.

Step 4. After the installation is complete, restart your computer.

Fix 2: Run .NET Framework Setup Verification Tool

To address the .NET Framework 4.8 not installing or blocking issue, you can make use of the

Step 1. Visit .NET Framework Setup Verification Tool User’s Guide and download the .NET Framework setup verification tool.

Step 2. Extract the Netfix_etupverifier-view zip file.

Step 3. Open the extracted folder and double-click on the netfix_setupverifier.exe file to run it.

Step 3. Click on Yes & Verify Now.

Step 4. If everything is OK, you can see Current Status show Product verification succeeded. If it shows an error, click here to download Microsoft .NET Framework Repair Tool.

Step 5. Run the executable file of the tool > select the terms and conditions > hit Next > follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

Final Words

By now, the .NET Framework blocked issue might disappear from your computer and you can manage to download and install it. Have a nice day!