Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64

Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 9.0.30729.6161

The Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x64) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run 64-bit applications developed with Visual C++ 2008 SP1 on a computer

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About Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64

The Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x64) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run 64-bit applications developed with Visual C++ 2008 SP1 on a computer that does not have Visual C++ 2008 SP1 installed.

Technical details

PublisherMicrosoft Corporation
Version9.0.30729.6161
Release date2021-05-12
LicenseProprietary (Freeware)
Installer typeexe
Architecturex64
Package IDMicrosoft.VCRedist.2008.x64
RequirementsWindows 10 or later
Install scopeAll users

Install Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2008.x64 -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2008.x64 -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2008.x64 -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"vcredist_x64.exe" /qn /norestart
Uninstall the MSI package
msiexec /x {5FCE6D76-F5DC-37AB-B2B8-22AB8CEDB1D4} /quiet

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Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 version history

9.0.30729.4148
9.0.21022.218

Frequently asked questions

Is Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 free?

Yes, Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 is free to download and use on Windows.

What is the latest version of Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64?

The latest version is 9.0.30729.6161, released on May 12, 2021.

Is it safe to download Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64?

The download button links to the official installer published on download.microsoft.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with c5e273a4a16ab4d5471e91c7477719a2f45ddadb76c7f98a38fa5074a6838654.

Which Windows versions does Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 support?

Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 requires Windows 10 or later and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I install Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 silently?

Run the offline installer with "vcredist_x64.exe" /qn /norestart, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2008.x64 -e --silent.

How do I uninstall Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x64 and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.VCRedist.2008.x64 -e.