How to fix
Microsoft Office installation error code 30183-48
on Windows

I removed Office from Windows because I kept having problems with it - I wanted to reinstall it. However, I now can't install it at all because I keep getting error code 30183-48 every time. How can I fix it?

Running into error code 30183-48 trying to install Microsoft Office is not a good time. The error usually happens if something interferes with the installation, keeping Office from installing properly on your machine. Figuring out what the cause is is the first part of figuring out the right answer.

An unstable internet connection is one of the most common culprits of error code 30183-48. If your network is slow or drops, it can interfere with the download and installation process. Another possible reason is that security software - like your firewall or antivirus - is getting in the way and blocking key files or steps. You might also have residual remnants of a previous Office installation, which can interfere with the new installation and lead to this error.

You’re not alone in this - plenty of people have hit the same snag. For example, someone on the Microsoft Community forum mentioned getting stuck with error code 30183-48 while installing Office 365, showing just how common this issue can be for users setting up Office.

To tackle error code 30183-48, start by addressing the likely causes. Make sure your internet connection is steady and strong to avoid any hiccups during installation. You might also disable your security programs for a time to see if that lets the process run through normally. Removing traces of older Office installs will keep things from interfering too.

For a complete fix, a PC repair utility like [d1] can be handy, detecting and repairing any system issues that might be behind the error, so you can have Office up and running without the trouble.

Fix 1. Check your internet connection

Windows 11:

• Type troubleshoot in Windows search and press Enter.
• Click on Troubleshoot settings from the search results.
• Go to Additional troubleshooters/Other troubleshooters.
• Scroll down and click on Windows Store Apps.
• Click on Run the troubleshooter/Run and wait for the process to complete.
• Repeat with Network and Internet troubleshooter.

Windows 10:

• Right-click on Start and pick Settings.
• Go to the Network & Internet section.
• On the right side, find the Advanced network settings section.
• Click Network troubleshooter, specify the problem, and wait till the scan is finished.
• When done, apply all the recommendations.

Fix 2. Uninstall previous Office versions

• Type PowerShell in Windows search.
• Right-click on the result and pick Run as administrator.
• When UAC shows up, click Yes.
• In the new window copy and paste the following command, pressing Enter after:
  Get-AppxPackage -name “Microsoft.Office.Desktop” | Remove-AppxPackage
• Restart your computer.

Other option:

• Navigate to the official website for Office removal.
• Under Click-to-Run or MSI, expand Option 2 (or click this link)
• Click the Download button.
• Download the file and launch it.
• Select which version of Office you want to uninstall and proceed with on-screen instructions.

Fix 3. Temporarily disable third-party antivirus/firewall/VPN

• Right-click your antivirus program in the taskbar and select Disable.
• Type Firewall & network protection in the search bar, then open the app.
• Turn off the firewall for Domain, Private, and Public networks.
• Disable other third-party tools like VPN or antivirus software.
• Attempt the Office installation and re-enable antivirus/firewall after completion.

Fix 4. Use Microsoft Recovery and Support Assistant

• Open your browser and go to the official Microsoft support website.
• Scroll down and click Download under Uninstall and reinstall Office.
• Once downloaded, double-click SetupProd_OffScrub.exe to launch it.
• When prompted, click Install.
• Once installed, launch Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant.
• Select Office & Office Apps and click Next.
• Next, choose I have Office 365 subscription, but I'm having trouble installing it option and click Next.
• Click Yes to begin a scan.
• Follow instructions after the scan is finished.

Fix 5. Clear Office installation files

• Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
• Type in %programfiles% and press Enter or click OK.
• Locate and delete any Microsoft Office folders.
• Empty the Recycle Bin to ensure the files are completely removed.

Fix 6. Run Clean Boot

• Type msconfig in the Windows search box and press Enter.
• Pick the Services tab.
• Mark Hide all Microsoft services and select Disable all.
• Select the Startup tab and click Open Task Manager.
• In the Task Manager, right-click on each of the items and select Disable, then close the Task Manager.
• Go to the Boot tab, mark the Safe Boot option, then click Apply and OK.
• On the System Configuration window, click OK.
• Attempt the Office installation and return to normal boot after installation completes.

Fix 7. Use Office offline installer

• Go to office.com and sign in with your account (ensure it's the same account used for subscription purchases).
• Select Install Office, then choose Install Office again on the Installs page.
• In the Download and Install window, click on Other options.
• Check the box to download the offline installer and select your preferred language. Click Download.
• Save the installation file to a drive with sufficient storage space; it will create a virtual drive.
• Double-click the downloaded file, which will appear in File Explorer.
• Click on the virtual disk, then double-click either Setup32.exe or Setup64.exe to begin the installation.