Homegroup listener file not found


  1. Posts : 2
    windows 7 ultimate 64 bit
       #1

    Homegroup listener file not found


    I recently tried joining a homegroup but when i went to the option homegroup was not available. I ran the troubleshooter and it turns out the homegroup listener service was not runnin but when i try to run it an error message pops up saying:

    "Homegroup cannot start the homegroup listener serviceon local computer.

    Error 2: the system cannot find the file specified"

    I have tried doing a repair with the install disc but it doesnt show my OS to repair. Also i dont have the microsoft diagnostic and recovery toolset available to me through the disc even though another computer running same OS does in the house. I have searched online for the files but they seem to be non existent and there doesnt even seem to be a microsoft fixit for this issue either. What options are there apart from a clean install of windows 7 are there as i cant find my activation key so i would prefer not to do that.

    I have also tried the update option as said in a few forums but when i try that, it says i must cancel first then re run the update. When i try this in explorer it does not work.
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  2. Posts : 18,415
    windows 7 home 64bit
       #2

    Hi Welcome to Seven Forums ... Would seem you have corrupt Files .. Run a System Scan ..

    SFC /SCANNOW Command - System File Checker


    Also read the Link below ...


    https://social.technet.microsoft.com...will-not-start
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  3. Posts : 2
    windows 7 ultimate 64 bit
    Thread Starter
       #3

    Hi maxi that has worked and the service now starts. Thanks a lot for your help
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  4. Posts : 18,415
    windows 7 home 64bit
       #4

    Most welcome ...
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