VC Runtime 140.dll error

[mgood46]

On start up I keep getting VC Runtime 140.dll error. Says to reinstall. How do I reinstall?  Kind of a novice.  Thank you in advance.

[sandytechy20 · Accepted solution]

@mgood46

Thanks for posting. It is a terrific place to find answers and tips! 

I understand that you are getting VC Runtine 140.dll error, I will be delighted to assist you here.

However, I will need a few details to provide an accurate solution,

• When did this issue start?
• Did you do any changes on the desktop?

Meanwhile, follow the below steps to fix this issue:

Open Windows Control Panel, open Programs and Features, right-click the entry for HP 3D DriveGuard and select Uninstall.

When this has completed, restart the notebook.

When windows have reloaded, download and install the version of HP 3D DriveGuard on the following link.

http://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp78001-78500/sp78033.exe

If this helps, please mark this post as an accepted solution so that it benefits several others and please give the same public post a Kudos for my efforts to help.
Take care and have a blessed week ahead.

Cheers.

[mgood46]

U r my Hero!! Kudos! Ty Soo much!

[sandytechy20]

@mgood46

Thanks for the reply.

I appreciate your time and effort.

Good to know that issue is resolved.

Feel free to contact us in future if you need any assistance.

Cheers.