In troubleshooting VMware authorization issues, one common problem that may arise is the inability to delete the VMware Authorization Service (VMAuthdService).
Issue and Introduction to VMware Authorization Service Failures
If you are encountering VMware Authorization Service failures and are unable to delete the VMAuthdService, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue.
First, try restarting the VMware Authorization Service. To do this, open the Services console by typing “services.msc” in the Windows search bar and pressing Enter. Locate the VMware Authorization Service in the list, right-click on it, and select “Restart.” This may resolve the issue and allow you to delete the service.
If restarting the service does not work, you can try deleting the service using the command line. Open a Command Prompt window as an administrator by right-clicking on the Windows Start button and selecting “Command Prompt (Admin).” Then, type the following command: “sc delete VMAuthdService” and press Enter. This should delete the service from your system.
If you are still unable to delete the VMware Authorization Service, you may need to check the permissions on the service file. Navigate to the folder where the service is located (typically C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Workstation) and right-click on the VMAuthdService file. Select “Properties” and then go to the “Security” tab. Ensure that your user account has full control over the file by checking the permissions.
If all else fails, you can try using the VMware Workstation installer to repair the installation. Run the installer and select the “Repair” option to fix any issues with the VMware Authorization Service. After repairing the installation, try deleting the service again using the methods outlined above.
Environment and Causes of VMware Authorization Service Problems
| Environment | Causes of VMware Authorization Service Problems |
|---|---|
| Operating System: Windows | Corrupted installation of VMware software |
| VMware Workstation version: 15 | Incorrect permissions on VMAuthdService files |
| VMware Fusion version: 11 | Conflicts with antivirus software |
| Network configuration | Outdated or incompatible VMware software |
Resolving VMware Authorization Service Issues
If you are encountering issues with the VMware Authorization Service (VMAuthdService) that prevents it from being deleted, there are several steps you can take to resolve the issue.
First, try restarting your computer to see if that resolves the problem. Sometimes a simple reboot can fix issues with services like VMAuthdService.
If that does not work, you can try manually stopping the VMAuthdService. To do this, open the command prompt as an administrator and type the following command: net stop VMAuthdService. This will stop the service and allow you to delete it.
Once the service is stopped, you can try deleting the VMAuthdService. Navigate to the location of the service file, which is typically located in the “C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Workstation” folder. Right-click on the file and select “Delete” from the context menu.
If you are unable to delete the VMAuthdService file, you may need to change the permissions on the file. To do this, open the command prompt as an administrator and type the following command: cacls “C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Workstation\VMAuthdService.exe” /E /G username:F. Make sure to replace “username” with your actual username. This will give you full control over the file and allow you to delete it.
If you are still unable to delete the VMAuthdService file, you can try using the VMware Workstation Player uninstaller to remove it. To do this, open the Control Panel, go to “Programs and Features,” locate VMware Workstation Player in the list of installed programs, and select “Uninstall.” Follow the prompts to uninstall the program, which should also remove the VMAuthdService file.
If none of the above methods work, you can try using a batch file to delete the VMAuthdService. Create a new text file and paste the following commands into it:
cd “C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Workstation”
del VMAuthdService.exe
Save the file with a .bat extension and run it as an administrator. This should delete the VMAuthdService file from your system.
Additional Troubleshooting and Recovery Options
- Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type services.msc and press Enter to open the Services window.
- Locate the VMware Authorization Service.
- Right-click on it and select Restart.
Check for System File Corruption
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
- Type sfc /scannow and press Enter to run the System File Checker.
- Wait for the scan to complete and restart your computer.
Reinstall VMware Workstation
- Uninstall VMware Workstation from your computer.
- Download the latest version of VMware Workstation from the official website.
- Install the software following the on-screen instructions.
- Restart your computer after installation is complete.
F.A.Qs
How do I disable VMware services?
To disable VMware services, log in to the VMware Cloud Console, navigate to the Settings tab of your SDDC, and disable the specific service you want to deactivate.
How do I uninstall VM Ware?
To uninstall VM Ware, you can go to the Control Panel on your computer, then open Add/Remove Programs. Look for VM Ware in the list of installed software and select it, then click on the option to uninstall or remove it.
