How to fix: Handler "PageHandlerFactory-Integrated" has a bad module "ManagedPipelineHandler" in its module list

🚀 How to fix: Handler "PageHandlerFactory-Integrated" has a bad module "ManagedPipelineHandler" in its module list 🛠️

So, you've encountered the notorious "Handler 'PageHandlerFactory-Integrated' has a bad module 'ManagedPipelineHandler' in its module list" error while configuring your MVC 3 project on a local IIS installation? 😓 No worries, we've got you covered! In this guide, we'll walk you through some common issues and give you easy solutions to fix this pesky problem. Let's dive in! 💪

🤔 What's the cause?

The root cause of this error is often a missing or incomplete installation of ASP.Net with IIS 😮, even if you checked the appropriate box in the "Add Feature" dialog. This can happen regardless of whether you're using a 32-bit or 64-bit system. But fear not, we've got a simple solution for you!

💡 Easy Solution

To fix this issue, follow these steps:

1. Open the command prompt as an administrator (right-click and choose "Run as Administrator").

2. Depending on your system architecture:

   • For 64-bit systems, execute the following command:

     %windir%\Microsoft.NET\Framework64\v4.0.30319\aspnet_regiis.exe -i

   • For 32-bit systems, execute the following command:

     %windir%\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.21006\aspnet_regiis.exe -i

3. Once the command completes successfully, you should see a message indicating the ASP.Net installation progress. 🎉

4. Restart IIS to ensure the changes take effect.

And voila! 🎈 You've successfully fixed the "Handler 'PageHandlerFactory-Integrated' has a bad module 'ManagedPipelineHandler' in its module list" error. Your MVC 3 project should now work seamlessly on your local IIS installation.

🖥️ A better alternative?

Now, you might be wondering if there's a way to install IIS on a Windows 7 box with .NET 4.0 (MVC 3) without taking this extra step. Unfortunately, there isn't a direct alternative to this solution. The specific issue with the module list requires manually running the aspnet_regiis.exe command to ensure ASP.Net is fully installed.

🙌 Engage with us!

We hope this guide has helped you resolve the "Handler 'PageHandlerFactory-Integrated' has a bad module 'ManagedPipelineHandler' in its module list" error with ease. If you have any further questions or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment below. We'd love to hear from you! 😊

Happy coding! 🎉👩‍💻👨‍💻

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Disclaimer: This blog post assumes you have basic knowledge of IIS and ASP.Net. If you encounter any other issues or face difficulties during the process, refer to relevant documentation or seek assistance from experienced professionals.