Troubleshooting Installation Failure: SQL Server 2017 Error Code 0x800F0923

Follow these essential steps to address the error code 0x800F0923 during the SQL Server 2017 installation:

1. Verify system compatibility: Ensure your computer satisfies the SQL Server 2017 installation prerequisites, including hardware and software requirements like OS version, CPU, RAM, and available storage.
2. Temporarily disable antivirus programs: Antivirus tools might disrupt the installation. Temporarily turn off your antivirus and attempt to install SQL Server 2017 once more.
3. Update your Windows: Keeping your system updated is crucial. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update, check for the latest updates, install them, and try the installation again.
4. Enable .NET Framework 3.5: SQL Server 2017 needs .NET Framework 3.5. Install it via the Control Panel > Programs and Features > Turn Windows features on or off > .NET Framework 3.5 (includes .NET 2.0 and 3.0).
5. Use command prompt for installation: If other methods fail, install SQL Server 2017 through the command prompt. Launch it as an administrator and execute: setup.exe /q /ACTION=Install /FEATURES=SQL /INSTANCENAME=MSSQLSERVER /SQLSVCACCOUNT='NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM' /SQLSYSADMINACCOUNTS='BUILTIN\Administrators' /AGTSVCACCOUNT='NT AUTHORITY\NETWORK SERVICE' /IACCEPTSQLSERVERLICENSETERMS