XADM: Corrupt Admin.Ins

ID: Q165698

The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Exchange Server, versions 4.0, 5.0

SYMPTOMS

When you install Microsoft Exchange Server, the following error message may appear:

Processing file "Admin.ins" at or near line 1. The file appears to be corrupted
Microsoft Exchange server setup id c103264a


CAUSE

The Admin.ins file is required for Microsoft Exchange Server Setup to complete. Some reasons for the error are:

  • The CDROM is defective The CD is defective or dirty.


  • The Exchange setup files have been copied to a local drive and the Admin.ins file is corrupt.


To verify the integrity of the file, use a text editor such as Edit. The file is ASCII.

Additional query words:

Keywords : kberrmsg kbsetup XADM
Version : winnt:4.0,5.0
Platform : winnt
Issue type : kbinfo


Last Reviewed: December 20, 1999
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