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How do I extract files from an MSI package?

Fresh5 days ago
Mar 15, 2026530888 views
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We have some old patches that we want to get the files from but don't wish to spend the time installing them to a machine. Can anyone advise a way to extract files from an MSI installation package?

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First, to access a command prompt, do this: Click the Start button. Click All Programs. Go into Accessories. Left-click on Command Prompt. Once you have your command prompt, input the following: using the desired locations to fill the above mentioned filepaths. Example:

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