The error code we provided, 0x00000669, translates to ERROR_SUCCESS_REBOOT_INITIATED. This message actually isn’t an error in itself, but rather a success notification. It indicates that the installation process you were performing has successfully initiated a system reboot.

Understanding System Reboots During Installation:

• Some software installations, especially those involving system-level changes or driver updates, might require a system restart to finalize the installation process and ensure the changes take effect.

Why You See ERROR_SUCCESS_REBOOT_INITIATED:

The message appears because the installer has completed its primary tasks and triggered a system reboot to complete the installation. This is a normal behavior in certain installation scenarios.

What Happens After Seeing This Message:

• You’ll typically see a prompt or notification informing you that the system needs to restart to complete the installation.
• You might have options to choose a specific time for the restart or delay it for a short while.

What to Do After Seeing ERROR_SUCCESS_REBOOT_INITIATED:

1. Save Your Work:

   • Close any open programs or files and save your work before the system restarts to avoid losing any unsaved data.

2. Close Applications:

   • Close any unnecessary applications running in the background to ensure a clean reboot process.

3. Restart Options:

   • The message might provide options to choose a specific time for the restart or delay it for a short while. Choose the option that best suits your needs.

4. System Reboot:

   • The system will eventually restart automatically if you don’t choose a specific time. This allows the installation to finalize the changes and apply them upon reboot.

Additional Tips:

• It’s generally recommended to follow the installer’s prompts and allow the system to restart when prompted, especially for critical updates or driver installations.
• If you encounter any issues during the restart process, you can try restarting the system manually after closing any open applications.

By understanding the purpose of the ERROR_SUCCESS_REBOOT_INITIATED message, you can recognize it as a success notification indicating a system restart is required to complete the installation process. Saving your work, closing applications, and following the restart prompts are the recommended steps after seeing this message.