Origin Error Code 20.403 is a common problem that can occur when trying to install or update the Origin client on your computer. It usually means that the installer encountered an error and could not complete the process. Some possible causes of this error are:
• An outdated or corrupted version of the Origin client
• An unstable or slow internet connection
• A firewall or antivirus software blocking the Origin installer
• A problem arising from a different service or application on your computer
The methods listed below might assist in fixing Origin Error Code 20.403:
• Edit the Origin EACore.ini file: This is a configuration file that controls the Origin installer. You can edit this file and add a line that disables the updating feature of the installer. To do this, follow these steps:
- Go to the folder where you downloaded the Origin installer (usually C:\Users\YourName\Downloads)
- Right-click on the Origin installer file and select Properties
- Go to the Compatibility tab and check the box that says Run this program as an administrator
- Click OK and close the Properties window
- Right-click on the Origin installer file again and select Open with Notepad
- In the Notepad window, go to the end of the file and add a new line that says [Bootstrap]EnableUpdating=false
- Save the file and close the Notepad window
- Run the Origin installer again and see if the error is resolved
• Reinstall or repair the Origin client: If the above method does not work, you can try to reinstall or repair the Origin client. To reinstall the Origin client, follow these steps:
- Go to the Control Panel and select Programs and Features
- Find Origin in the list of programs and click Uninstall
- Follow the instructions to remove Origin from your PC
- Go to the Origin website and download the latest version of the Origin client
- Run the Origin installer and follow the instructions to install Origin on your PC
To repair the Origin client, follow these steps:
- Go to the Origin client and open the Help menu from the top window
- In the dropdown menu, select the option Repair Origin
- Follow the instructions to repair the Origin client on your PC
• Check your internet connection and firewall settings: Sometimes, the Origin error code 20.403 can be caused by a poor or unstable internet connection, or by a firewall or antivirus software that blocks the Origin installer. To fix this, you can try to reset your router, contact your internet service provider, or temporarily disable your firewall or antivirus software.
These are some of the methods you can try to fix Origin Error Code 20.403.