Fortran compiler problems creating DLL

[skinner__karl]

Hi, I've got a problem FORTRAN breaking on me.

1) The linker started giving COFF invalid format error on trying to create a DLL, this used to work. I'm suspecting recent automated Windows updates (I work for Siemens), but don't really know the cause. I'm using compiler 2011.6.233

2) A Forum post suggested installing VS2010 SP1 which I did, but it fails because file shell_patch.msi is missing. So I'm now in a limbo with a part-updated VS2010.

3) I think the advice was to install compiler Update 7, and while I was allowed to download it, I can't install it as my license has expired.

4) A related post on Stackoverflow advised turning off incremental linking, this allowed me to create the DLL, but a call to the DLL from within Excel VBA now fails on error 48, "file not found". This message seems to be due to problems within the DLL I tried to diagnose using Dependency Walker, but couldn't really find the issue.

I think the problem is due to the incompletely updated system (missing shell_patch.msi), but I don't know how to proceed. can anyone help?

[Steven_L_Intel1]

Wait - you work for Siemens and your license has expired? I suggest you check with your license administrators as I know Siemens has current licenses. But if you get really stuck, I'll get you a copy of the .msi.

[skinner__karl]

Hi Steve, many thanks for your reply. I've failed with my local IT department to get any information on available Intel Fortran licenses. You could be referring to a different company division to me.

Is it possible to get the shell_patch.msi file and I'll see if completing the VS2010 SP1 installation fixes my problem

thanks

karl skinner

[Steven_L_Intel1]

I am out of the office this week - I will get you the file when I return on Monday.

[skinner__karl]

Hi Steve, thanks for your help so far - have you been able to locate the shell_patch.msi for me?

karl skinner

[Steven_L_Intel1]

I found it. Look for a private message from me in a moment.