Trying to reinstall msfs 2020 with dvds. When I try to open setup on first disk nothing...

Hi, Merquades my name is Jhon, and will be a pleasure help you

I'll do my best to guide you through the reinstallation process and address the issue with the Microsoft Store opening instead of setup. Here are some steps to try:

Check for Updates:

Make sure Windows is fully updated, as essential updates might be required for installation. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and install any pending updates.

Run as Administrator:

Right-click on the setup file and select "Run as administrator." This grants the necessary permissions to execute the setup.

Disable Antivirus Temporarily:

Your antivirus or security software might be interfering with the installation. Try temporarily disabling it and then running the setup again.

Check Disc Condition:

Inspect the DVD for any scratches or damage that could be preventing it from reading properly. Clean the disc surface gently with a soft cloth.

Use a Different Disc Drive:

If you have multiple disc drives, try using a different one to see if it resolves the issue.

Reinstall the Microsoft Store:

If the Microsoft Store is malfunctioning, reinstall it to potentially fix any errors:
Press Windows + X, then select Windows PowerShell (Admin).
Type the following command and press Enter:

Get-AppXPackage *WindowsStore* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_. InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

Here are several reasons why the Microsoft Store might open instead of setup when you run it from the DVD:

Digital License Integration:

Microsoft Store as Installer: Even with physical DVDs, MSFS 2020 often relies on the Microsoft Store for its core installation and updates. The DVD might act as a physical key to verify ownership and initiate the download and installation process from the Store.

Dependency Downloads:

Essential Components: The setup might require downloading additional components or updates from the Microsoft Store before proceeding, ensuring you have the latest version and any necessary dependencies.

Account Verification:

Digital Ownership: If you purchased MSFS 2020 digitally, opening the Microsoft Store might be necessary to confirm your ownership status and link the installation to your Microsoft account.

Store-Managed Updates:

Centralized Management: Microsoft Flight Simulator's updates are often managed through the Microsoft Store, even for physical copies. This allows for streamlined updates and better compatibility across different versions of Windows.

I hope this helps! Don't hesitate to ask if you have any further questions or need additional clarification.

Thank you for your reply! Unfortunatler none of the actions works. I uninstalled MSFS 2020 and even formatted the disc it was installed on.

The problem now is that both MSFS 2020 and Xbox Gameservices in Microsoft Store are marked with error and requires new download/ update which are also marked with error message as soon as I try to do anything.

No matter what ever I have tried so far ( Windows Store repair, Windows Store repair and components update, among others plus reinstalling Xbox app) I am still not able to install MSFS again.

Maybe the only solution is to reinstall Windows?

On October 30, 2021, I tried downloading again, and it worked. After the download, I was able to launch MSFS 2020, reinstall all the updates, and fly.

surely its now running off the install, not from the disk, try running some DVD's, and unstalling and reinstalling it to make sure its still working.

Same on lame answers in 2021, and no doubt 2022, where I am. Do this, do that, if that don't work do this or maybe this other thing, and as a last resort - REINSTALL Windows!!!! Really? Xbox on the PC just does not delivery anything of value. I spent three days trying to reinstall MSFS 2020 on a new computer before I finally, accidentally, got it to work. Have the same darn issues in trying to install Farm Simulator 2022.