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Troubleshooting Python 3.8.2 Installation Issues

  • Python® 3.8.2 is already installed in your PC.

    Verify this by launching Programs and Features in Windows® Control Panel and check if Python 3.8.2 is present in list of installed programs. In this case, select I have already installed Python 3.8.2 in Install Python 3.8.2 hardware setup screen and provide the current Python 3.8.2 installation path in Validate Python 3.8.2 installation screen.

  • Another Python with same minor version as 3.8.2 (8) but different path version such as 3.8.1 or 3.8.5 is installed in your computer.

    Verify this by launching Programs and Features in Windows Control Panel and seeing if Python 3.8 is present in list of installed programs. In this case, select I have already installed Python 3.8.2 in Install Python 3.8.2 hardware setup screen and provide the current Python 3.8 (such as 3.8.1 or 3.8.5) installation path in “Validate Python 3.8.2 installation” screen.

  • You do not administrative privilege in your computer to install Python 3.8.2.

    In this case, you need to obtain administrative privilege to carry out the installation.