In the Windows operating system, regardless of the version, there are always bugs and errors that appear with different frequency and intensity. One of them is error code 1073741819, the peculiarity of which is the impossibility of installing and running programs with administrator rights. It usually occurs after migration from the “seven” to older versions, that is, Windows 10 users encounter the problem much more often. But in 7 and 8 Windows, it is also rarely found. Today you will learn what this error means and how to deal with it without resorting to outside help.
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Causes of File System Error 1073741819
The essence of the problem lies in the impossibility of launching executable files with administrator rights. It also follows that you will not be able to install new software on your computer. Each time you try to run programs with administrative rights, the Windows user account control and administration system (abbreviated as UAC) will block the opening of this file with the error message 1073741819. Essentially, any other administrative activity on your part will also be suppressed.
The main reason looks rather strange – it is a migration from one version of Windows to another. Microsoft made an inaccuracy that has such dire consequences. The fact is that many user parameters from the previous OS version are transferred to the new operating system, including the custom sound scheme. But at the same time, some system sounds in the “eight” and “ten” are absent, which leads to the blocking of administrative access to various system services and functions from the UAC. In other words, the error appears in most cases after migration, although more exotic reasons are known.
We will try to consider all the currently known ways to solve this problem.
How to fix file system error 1073741819 on Windows 10/8/7
Based on the fact that this bug appears due to a mismatch in sound schemes and manifests itself mainly when switching from a lower version of Windows to an older version, and also that the error is associated with blocking UAC administrator rights, we will describe how to solve the problem.
Changing the System Sound Scheme to Default
The most obvious fix for error 1073741819 is to fix the “wrong” sound scheme. In this case, you have two options – to use the default scheme, that is, the “default” scheme for this version of Windows. The second option is not so good – using the “no sounds” circuit, but as a temporary solution it can also be used – if only to make sure that it is in the circuit. And if not in it, then return to your preferences.
So, here is the sequence of actions:
- through the “Start” menu, enter the word Sound into the search bar by selecting the line with the same name in the search results;
- in the opened window Sound (“Sounds”) “Control Panel” select the tab with the same name;
- in the upper block, you can change the used sound scheme. You need to select the Windows default option (default scheme) or click on the No Sound line (no sound option);
- confirm your choice by clicking OK.
As a rule, as a result of such manipulations, you can easily run any programs for execution, including those that need to be run as administrator.
This method is the simplest and most effective, but it is unlikely to suit everyone. If you are accustomed to your own sound scheme and do not want to lose it, or if the operation of the operating system without sound notifications does not suit you at all, you should abandon this method and use the others listed below.
Change the Windows working theme
You ask, what does the choice of a topic in the top ten have to do with the appearance of error 1073741819 related to the file system? This is not to say that the most direct, but mediated – for sure. The fact is that a work theme is not only a wallpaper, but also a screensaver, color and sound scheme.
The principle of solving the problem is extremely simple: you choose any theme from the “Themes by default” section, which will automatically lead to the use of the default sound scheme.
To perform this operation, you need to right-click on an empty space on the desktop, and in the context menu that appears, select the item “Personalize”. A new window will open where you should select the default theme, not necessarily called Windows 10.
But, again, this is not an option for those who value their own sound scheme, and there seem to be a lot of such users. For them, the following option will be an interesting solution.
Disable UAC
As we already know, the UAC service is responsible for the operation of the user account control system. Disabling it will help you resolve error code 1073741819 (program crash), but you should understand the consequences of such a decision. If the built-in Defender determines that the program you intend to install may modify your computer, you will not receive a corresponding warning. If you are willing to accept these risks, then this is a great way to preserve your sound scheme without the consequences of blocking programs from launching.
The algorithm itself is as follows:
- through the Start Menu or in any other convenient way, launch the “Control Panel”;
- find UAC (the service can be called “User Access Control”), start it;
- click on the inscription “Change user access control settings”;
- in the new window, move the slider to the lower position, despite the recommendations not to do this;
- instead of pressing the OK button, press the spacebar and get ready to close the quickly-appearing windows with warnings about the danger of your choice of settings.
In principle, no one bothers you to recreate your sound scheme so as not to put your computer at risk. But if you rely on the fact that the installed antivirus will cope with any threats, then this option is quite worthy of attention.
Creating a new user account
This method is from the same series – by creating a new user account, you automatically make it hassle-free, since it was not migrated from the previous version of Windows, but was created in accordance with the current rules.
You don’t have to delete the old account. But you need to understand that if you go to the old user account, error 1073741819 will again accompany you wherever actions with administrator rights are required.
The method is not very convenient and rational, but if all of the above options did not work or are unacceptable for you, why not try? At the same time, you solve the problem, and do not lose your preferences. True, it will be possible to use them with certain restrictions.
Removing suspicious software
It cannot be ruled out that UAC is not responsible for blocking the launch of files, especially if you are convinced that the sound scheme has nothing to do with it. It may well turn out that the previously installed software somehow blocks the addition of new files, thereby preventing the installation of new programs. You can check if this is so with the help of an antivirus. It will not hurt to study the features of the applications used in a search engine. You may have to abandon some program.
Changing power settings
But this is really exotic. But, they say, the method helps if others do not work.
The algorithm of actions is as follows:
- launch the “Control Panel”;
- select the “Category” view method;
- click on the “System and Security” tab;
- go to the section “Power supply”;
- the default power management scheme is “Balanced”;
- click on the inscription “Power plan settings”, and in a new window – on the inscription “Change additional power settings”;
- choose the plan “Optimal energy saving”.
Removing Avast Antivirus
Sometimes Avast antivirus is responsible for blocking the launch of executable files with administrator rights, but you do not know why it does this. The best way to make sure your antivirus is at fault is to turn it off. And if it turns out that error 1073741819 is his fault, it is better to uninstall Avast and replace it with another antivirus package, since the choice is quite large.
System Restore
None of the above helped? Well, if you exclude reinstalling the operating system, then you have a more gentle and very effective recipe at your disposal – this is to roll back the system to a state where the error code 1073741819 did not bother you.
We have told you more than once how to do this, it is only important to understand what are the possible consequences of this step.
Conclusion
In most cases, you can solve the problem with error 1073741819 using the default sound scheme or in ways that indirectly lead to the same result. If the error began to appear unexpectedly and not after the upgrade to an older version of Windows, you will have to work hard to diagnose the “disease” and cure the computer. We hope that our article will help you in this noble cause.