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How to create an MSI install log for Defender? -
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How to create an install log to troubleshoot a failed Defender install or upgrade?
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To create a log for the Defender installer, open an Administrator Command Prompt and run the following command, adjusting the file paths as necessary to match your installer location:
msiexec /i "C:\Defender\Setup\Defender_x64.msi" /L*v "C:\Defender\InstallLog.txt"
This command will generate a detailed installation log at the specified location, which can be reviewed for any issues.