BizTalk Server 2010 – Prerequisite Redistributable CAB Files

One of the most common hurdles during a BizTalk Server 2010 installation is the “Prerequisites” step. The installer typically attempts to download a CAB file containing necessary components like ADOMD.NET, SQL XML, and other redistributables.

In many enterprise environments, servers lack direct internet access, or the original Microsoft download URLs have changed, causing the installer to fail.

You can find the BizTalk Server 2010 prerequisite CAB files at these locations:

CAB Files for 64-bit Editions (EN)

• Windows 7: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=189404&clcid=0×409
• Windows Vista: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=189405&clcid=0×409
• Windows Server 2008: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=189408&clcid=0×409
• Windows Server 2008 R2: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=189409&clcid=0×409

CAB Files for 32-bit Editions (EN)

• Windows 7: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=189403&clcid=0×409
• Windows Vista: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=189406&clcid=0×409
• Windows Server 2008: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=189407&clcid=0×409

Having these files on a USB drive or a network share is a lifesaver for consultants and admins managing legacy BizTalk environments. It ensures that you aren’t dependent on an active internet connection or outdated Microsoft redirect links during a critical setup.

Author: Sandro Pereira

Sandro Pereira lives in Portugal and works as a consultant at DevScope. In the past years, he has been working on implementing Integration scenarios both on-premises and cloud for various clients, each with different scenarios from a technical point of view, size, and criticality, using Microsoft Azure, Microsoft BizTalk Server and different technologies like AS2, EDI, RosettaNet, SAP, TIBCO etc. He is a regular blogger, international speaker, and technical reviewer of several BizTalk books all focused on Integration. He is also the author of the book “BizTalk Mapping Patterns & Best Practices”. He has been awarded MVP since 2011 for his contributions to the integration community. View all posts by Sandro Pereira