Pstory.msi: How to Fix Installer Errors, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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Pstory.msi is considered a type of Microsoft Windows Installer Package file. It is most-commonly used in Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11 developed by Microsoft. It uses the MSI file extension and is considered a FPX (Microsoft Windows Installer Package) file.

The first version of Pstory.msi was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 11/22/2004 inside Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11. This file release marks the latest and most updated version from Microsoft.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple MSI file troubleshooting, and list of free Pstory.msi downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Pstory.msi
File Extension: MSI file extension
Title: Installation Database
Subject: Photo Story 3 for Windows
File Type: Installer
Description: Microsoft Windows Installer Package
Comments: Contact: Your local administrator
MIME Type: image/vnd.fpx
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11
Software: Windows Installer XML v2 (candle/light)
Developer: Microsoft
Software: Photo Story 3 for Windows
Software Version: 3.0.1115.11
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 5271552
Oldest File Date: 11/07/2019
Latest File Date: 11/07/2019


What are Pstory.msi Error Messages?


General Pstory.msi Runtime Errors

Pstory.msi file errors often occur during the install phase of Photo Story 3 for Windows, but can also occur while the program is running. These types MSI errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Photo Story 3 for Windows is running. Here are some of the most common Pstory.msi runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\Pstory.msi

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most MSI errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your Pstory.msi file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Photo Story 3 for Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, Pstory.msi file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Photo Story 3 for Windows, system crash while loading or saving Pstory.msi, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix Pstory.msi Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your Pstory.msi issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the Pstory.msi error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Photo Story 3 for Windows (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Photo Story 3 for Windows software.

You can uninstall Photo Story 3 for Windows software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Photo Story 3 for Windows software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11

Microsoft Corporation

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many Pstory.msi error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the Pstory.msi error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your Pstory.msi File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate Pstory.msi file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Pstory.msi files for every applicable version of Photo Story 3 for Windows. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download Pstory.msi Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Photo Story 3 for Windows folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve Pstory.msi problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download Pstory.msi Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Pstory.msi to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Photo Story 3 for Windows MSI files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing Pstory.msi and all other MSI files for Photo Story 3 for Windows. An incorrectly installed MSI file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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