0

How can I replace Net Framework 4.5 with 4.0 in Windows 8.1?

So far I can disable and re-enable Net Framework 4.5 on "Turn Windows Features on or off", but I'm unable to manually install Net Framework 4.0 or Uninstall 4.5 beforehand since there is no option to remove it.

Net framework Repair tool doesn't include an uninstall option and the methods listed here don't affect my Windows 8.1 installation.

What I'm missing?

Improve this question
1
  • 3
    .NET Framework 4.0 is not supported on Windows 8.1 and there is no official way to install it.
    – Peter Hahndorf
    Jan 28, 2015 at 10:59

2 Answers 2

Reset to default
1

As Peter Hahndorf said:

NET Framework 4.0 is not supported on Windows 8.1 and there is no official way to install it.

Improve this answer
-1

Try .net cleanup tool. http://techdows.com/2014/05/download-microsoft-net-framework-4-5-2-offline-installer.html It has been updated from a while to support W8 series and .net 4.5. Be warned that removing .net installation can affect/remove other windows features too. RSAT (Remote Administration Assessment Toolkit), UI things that include Graphical Management Tools and Infrastructure Server Graphical Shell, also PowerShell 4.0 and ISE.

Improve this answer
4
  • .ne 4.5 is buildin and can't be removed in Windows 8.x
    – magicandre1981
    Jan 28, 2015 at 16:37
  • It can be removed, but it affects various stuff.
    – Overmind
    Jan 29, 2015 at 6:03
  • it can't be removed officially.
    – magicandre1981
    Jan 29, 2015 at 6:03
  • Yes, but officially you cant'd do much in windows, specially since Vista.
    – Overmind
    Jan 29, 2015 at 6:05

Your Answer

By clicking “Post Your Answer”, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge that you have read and understand our privacy policy and code of conduct.

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.