Fixing Installation Error 0x80070643 for SQL Server 2016

Combat the error code 0x80070643 with these corrective actions for installing SQL Server 2016:

1. Confirm system specifications: Check that your system complies with the essential requirements for SQL Server 2016, examining hardware and software needs like OS version, CPU, RAM, and disk capacity.
2. Deactivate security software: Security applications may impede the installation. Temporarily switch off your antivirus and try the installation process again.
3. Authorize installation privileges: Right-click the installer for SQL Server 2016 and select 'Run as administrator' to ensure it has the appropriate permissions to execute fully.
4. Upgrade system software: Ensure your system is equipped with the latest updates by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and searching for new updates.
5. Eliminate prior SQL Server installations: Avoid installation conflicts by removing any earlier SQL Server versions from your system before proceeding with the new installation.
6. Leverage the SQL Server Installation Center: Utilize the SQL Server Installation Center, which aids in navigating through the installation and prevents typical setup mistakes.
7. Inspect installation records: Should the installation encounter issues, delve into the installation logs for potential errors. You can find these logs in the %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft SQL ServerX\Setup Bootstrap\Log folder.