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Emil PedersenEmil Pedersen 

Failure to install. 0xe001f98d

Hello. Tried to get the new free version installed. The previous version can't be removed completely and thus the installation failed with error code 0xe001f98d. 
What do I do to remove the obstinant remnants so I install the new version?
-980888528-980888528 (Avast)
Emil,
We apologize for the difficulties, we appreciate your efforts. To complete the installation without any issues, run this Reset Access tool: http://files-download.avg.com/filedir/util/AVG_ResetAccess.exe and refer this article to uninstall http://avgclick.me/UninstallAVGAV your AVG program.

Kindly download your AVG remover and run it, then go to C: drive -> AVG Remover -> Bin -> pctremover.exe and avgfmwremover.exe (do not restart your device if prompted), then run avgremover.exe (it will automatically reboot your device).
-980888528-980888528 (Avast)
Then please remove AVG folders manually as suggested below. Go to Run window (press windows key and R key simultaneously) and type the following comments to delete the folders.

1. Type  “Temp” and press enter, remove all the files.
2.  “%temp%” and remove all the files.
3.  %appdata% - Remove all the AVG folders.
4.  %programdata% - Open the AVG folder and remove the old files.

Please go to c: drive-> program files and delete the AVG files and download your AVG program from our official site: http://www.avg.com/us-en/download.

Please feel free to get back to us for any issues with AVG. Thank you!
Filip ÖrnlingFilip Örnling
I have done all the actions above but i still get the error code:0xe001f98d
 
However the AVG removal tool did not find any AVG product on my computer
What should i do to be able to install avg again ?
AravindhAravindh (Avast) 
Hello Filip,
We appreciate your valuable efforts. Please follow these steps to send us diagnostic information from your computer. This information will allow us to analyze the situation and provide you with a solution:
Click here http://www.avg.com/ww-en/redir?url=http%3A%2F%2Fdownload.avg.com%2Ffiledir%2Futil%2FAVG_SysInfo.exe&urlSec=UhT%2BBzZUdTGTfMN%2BMUDefLYjJIc5sr9PT4gwqqdOZLcNTpXJXBlfVcHskOtDR1zW3lBLEIC3J%2BgcB7AHnoerYcB6%2FgH3AwwByxeQmjTXcVCBS1M0uba5A2ewpRmwT8ZGto download the AVG SysInfo tool.
Run the downloaded tool.
Click Continue to agree with AVG’s license agreement and privacy policy. AVG SysInfo will now gather the necessary data.
Once the diagnostic output is ready, you may add comments, or click Attach file or Screenshot to provide us with additional information.
Fill in your email address
Fill in the case which is 04240344 by copying and pasting it from this email
Click send output
AravindhAravindh (Avast) 
Reply to this email and let us know that the data has been successfully sent. Please do not modify the email subject.
As soon as we receive the data, we will analyze the files and provide you with further information.
A skilled AVG technician can remotely connect to your computer via a secure connection and fix the issue quickly and effectively.
Thank you for understanding.
Filip ÖrnlingFilip Örnling
I have sent the data successfully. I hope we can get my avg up and running asap.
Filip ÖrnlingFilip Örnling
I was told to hand you this information: filipornling@gmail.com_25-01-2017_15h-19m.zip
Filip ÖrnlingFilip Örnling
I was told to hand you this information: filipornling@gmail.com_25-01-2017_15h-19m.zip
Filip ÖrnlingFilip Örnling
Picture from a avg technician
Apperantly the case is being forwarded to the senior team
-980888528-980888528 (Avast)
Filip,
Thank you for your valuable efforts. We have checked from our side and found that you have been successfully uploaded your error logs to our senior team. No need to worry, our senior technicians will analyze your error logs and once they find the optimal resolution they will contact you through your registered email address. Your patience is much appreciated. Thank you.
Jim BrownJim Brown
Has a solution for this problem been found? I too am unable to re-install AVG Free and get the error message 0xe001f98d. The AVG remover can't find AVG on my system.
 
AvinashAvinash (Avast) 
Jim,
Sorry to hear about that. Please try to run the remover tool anyway though it does not detect any AVG apps installed on your PC.
John SmithJohn Smith
This problem has wasted an entire evening for me. Assholes. it took me ten fucking minutes just to log in to make this cancerous comment. Fix AVG 
AvinashAvinash (Avast) 
John,
I can definitely see how upsetting this would be, I will certainly help you with it. May I know if it is a free version or a paid version of AVG that you are trying to install? Please try running AVG Clear tool as mentioned in this article: https://support.avg.com/SupportArticleView?l=en&urlName=How-to-troubleshoot-issues-after-upgrade-to-the-latest-AVG-antivirus-product to remove AVG 2017 version traces, then try to re install AVG.
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