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GTAIII installation problem
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Posted by: Tommo245
Hello all,
I had a crappy version of GTAIII installed on my computer, so i got my friend's copy and just tried to install it.
When it auto runs, it goes through 'preparing to setup', but then constantly says "remove all components for this program?" I click yes, and it goes through the uninstall process.
GTAIII in the Add/Remove Programs list is still there though, and everytime i try to install, it comes up with "uninstall components?"
Could anyone help me with this problem?
Much appreciated.
-Tom
Posted by: C-Money
You are using a bought version right?
Anyways...
Unistall GTA3 with add/remove.
Restart the comp.
Remove the GTA3 directory if still present.
Re-install GTA3, download & install the latest patch.
Posted by: Tommo245
That doesn't work. I tried deleting GTA keys that i saw in another thread about this, but it still says there's more components. i can't find them.
I think i'll give up.
Posted by: C-Money
My Computer->Tools Menu->Folder Options->View Tab->Show hidden files & folders.
Look over G3 directory
List files found.
Posted by: Tommo245
I'm not sure what you mean by "Look over G3 directory", but i clicked show hidden files and folders, and searched "G3" on the windows search thing. Nothing related to Grand Theft Auto 3 came up.
Am i doing something wrong?
Posted by: C-Money
Basic suggestion...
1. Delete the GTA 3 User Files folder.
My Computer->(User name folder)->My Documents->GTA3 folder. (including the .set file)
Advanced suggestions...
Warning! rededit.exe is for advanced users. Deleting the wrong keys can **** up your computer.
1. Removing add/remove entries...
Goto Run.
type regedit.exe
Open HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\ SOFTWARE\ Microsoft\ Windows\ CurrentVersion\ Uninstall.
Remove the GTA3 key.
1. Remove the GTA3 keys.
Note: because I personally do not have GTA3, I can't provide you with the specific registry values.
Goto Run
type regedit.exe
Goto the Edit menu
Click on Find
Search for & delete any occurances of GTA3 or Grand Theft Auto3.
If the other suggestions fail...
4. Try a system restore to a point b4 GTA3 was installed.
Start---> Accessories---> System Tools---> System Restore
Posted by: Tommo245
Will "system restore" delete all files i've put on my computer between the time i put on gta3 and now?
Posted by: C-Money
So I assume the other steps failed then?
One more suggestion before using system restore. Try the program Add/Remove 4 Good.
It removes files that the original add/remove can't.
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Originally Posted by Tommo245
Will "system restore" delete all files i've put on my computer between the time i put on gta3 and now?
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System Restore changes many files and registry entries, and in some cases might replace more files than you want restored.
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The simple answer yes & no.
Yes, because it will remove troublesome applications.
No, because you can always undo your restoration.
Personally I don't like using system restore, because sometimes it causes unexpected
errors. Furthermore, it should only be used as a last resort.
Try it, reinstall GTA3 + updated patch. If it doesn't work, you can always undo the restore.
Let me know if you have anymore questions.
Posted by: Tommo245
Ok, so i recently noticed the GTAIII item has been removed from the Add/Remove programs list.
I really don't want to system restore, since i know nothing about computers and would hate to screw around with it.
Any more suggestions?
Posted by: C-Money
No need to do a system restore then. 
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