After downloading, verify the file properties:

If you are installing .NET Framework 4.0 on:

: This 48.1 MB file ( dotNetFx40_Full_x86_x64.exe ) includes both 32-bit and 64-bit components and does not require an internet connection during setup.

When searching for this software, you will often see two types of installers: and Offline Installer .

To confirm the 32-bit version is correctly installed:

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