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Install Microsoft AppLocale in Windows Vista

Microsoft AppLocale is a launcher application that makes it possible to run non-Unicode applicatons in a locale of the user’s choice (Wikipedia). The AppLocale utility allows users to run a legacy application without changing to the code-page/system locale needed by that particular application. AppLocale emulates the code-page required by that legacy application without changing the machine’s system locale. The tool is supported by Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP. However, there is no any updated version for Windows Vista and error will occur during the installation.

This installation problem might cause by the User Account Control in Windows Vista. You can try to turn off the User Account Control before installing Microsoft AppLocale. The error might not happen and the utility tool will be installed properly. Fortunately, there is another alternative to install the program without taking the risk by disabling the User Account Control.

1. Run elevated Command Prompt by right-clicking on Command Prompt on Start Menu>Accessories.
2. Select Run As Administrator.
3. Click on Continue when the User Account Control dialog prompt pops out.
4. Change the directory to the folder that contains the installer package (apploc.msi).
5. Type apploc.msi to start the installation.

At the end, the utility tool will be completely installed in Windows Vista.

Download Microsoft AppLocale