This error appears to be due to a protection problem in the Windows registry and can occur with a variety of drivers (sound cards and SCSI drivers have been reported). To fix this problem, go to Start/Run/Regedit


HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\ENUM\PCI


Open each folder and look for the "DeviceDesc" which matches the hardware you are trying to install.


Right Click on the "VEN_xxxx" for that device and select 'Permissions' and then tick "Allow" for "Full Control". Close Regedit and then continue with the installation of your device