Windows Vista Beta2 Launched - Get the Download
On Tuesday of this week at WinHEC in Seattle we launched the Beta2 releases of Windows Vista, Windows Server and Office 2007.
Take a minute to find out more about the features included in this milestone release of Windows Vista, including:
- Enhanced User Experience
- Improved Security
- Search & Organization
- Internet Explorer 7
- Sidebar & Gadgets
- Advances in System Performance
- Windows Backup
- Networking Advances
- Windows SideShow
- Speech Recognition
- Help and Feedback
- Windows Update
Then, when you're ready, go to the Windows Vista MSDN download site to learn how you can download Windows Vista Beta2, WinFX Beta and the Windows SDK.
Comments
- Anonymous
May 25, 2006
This post just assumes we're all MSDN or TechNet Subscribers. I went rushing to the site and noticed it hasn't changed. No Vista for me yet. grumbles and waits patiently...though the patience is a lie
Comon! Y'all have me salivating. I don't wanna wait any longer! - Anonymous
May 25, 2006
No one is going to find more bugs than a non-programmer using it...'m just sayin' - Anonymous
May 25, 2006
In the coming weeks, Microsoft will start the Windows Vista Customer Preview Program (CPP) for developers and IT professionals who are not members of the MSDN and TechNet subscription services.
In the meantime, if you wish to become a beta program member, you can do so by registering for the world-wide Windows Vista Beta Experience: http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=66411. - Anonymous
May 26, 2006
Why can't I get the Vista Download URL?
The site says,Vista beta version has not published yet. - Anonymous
May 27, 2006
I have installed the Vista Beta 2 (32-bit x86 edition) in my PC, but I found that it cannot recognize the 3Com 3C905C network card, so now I got no network to use and cannot connect to the Internet at all.
Compared with Windows XP which comes with 3Com 3C90C netword card driver, I don't know where to find the proper network card driver to run on my Vista Beta 2. - Anonymous
May 28, 2006
Any idea as to when the CPP will be released? - Anonymous
May 28, 2006
The minute the Customer Preview Program is launched, we will post it here at the Team Blog.
Wyatt, some older hardware drivers may not work with Vista unfortunately. You can always try going and finding the drivers manually from the manufacturer's website but Microsoft is phasing out some of the old hardware drivers in Vista so they can include as much of the latest stuff people are using now as possible. - Anonymous
May 29, 2006
Will the awesome ReadyBoost feature work with any modern PC with more than 6 USB ports?
This is an astounding feature guys, I've been waiting for this since...oh man a long time!!!
Cheers - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
Melany,
My PC has eight USB 2.0 ports and pretty modern and ReadyBoost works wonderfully.
But remember, in order for ReadyBoost to work you must have USB 2.0 capable ports. - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
Will my computer be able to run Vista well?
My computers Specifications:
Intel Pentium 4 Processor 515
2.93 GHz, 1MB L2 cache,
533 MHz FSB, 90nm
1 GB
400MHz DDR SDRAM memory
120GB
7200RPM Serial ATA hard drive
Integrated Intel GMA 900 Graphics
with up to 128MB dynamic video memory
Double Layer (8.5GB)
8X DVD+-RW/=-R Drive - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
fgt - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
Sommer,
I believe your PC should run Vista just fine - but just to make sure, you should download the new Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor just to make sure. The Upgrade Advisor will look at your hardware and determine how well your system will run Vista and give any recommendations on what you need to make it run Vista if needed:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/upgradeadvisor/default.mspx - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
Will the Vista Beta CPP have any limitations on it as opposed to the release version? - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
My company (a MS Certified Partner) has an MSDN subscription and thus I have access to Vista through it. If I want to report bugs, how can I do so? Is there a way I can be made into a member of the full beta program? - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
Braden,
I believe Microsoft is working on a way for you to submitt feedback as they move ahead with plans for the CPP. Currently, the full Technical Beta Program for Windows Vista is closed unfortunately.
Since you are a Certified Partner, you may also check with your Partner Representative through the Partner Program on where you should send feedback. The Partner Program may have a way to take in your feedback but I'm not 100% positive. - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
The Advisor enoucntered an error. It told me that 'Windsat' could not run. Is there anything I could do to make it work? - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
encountered* (sorry about the typo) - Anonymous
May 30, 2006
yet another typo ...it was 'Winsat' ---it couldn't run..is there a solution to this problem? - Anonymous
May 31, 2006
Do you guys have any idea on a price yet. I've heard the Ultimate version might cost as much as $700 o.0 - Anonymous
May 31, 2006
I the site is not very clear on upgrade advisor for Windows Server 2003 R2........or this going to even be an option??? - Anonymous
May 31, 2006
I believe the average consumer will be confused when looking at the different options available for Windows Vista. I was just looking at the different options and, tech-saavy and all, I can't decide which version would be right for me. I believe there should be one OS, perhaps two (one for business one for home) period. I believe the Mac OS has it right in offering only one version (with frequent updates) to consumers.
What do you think? - Anonymous
June 01, 2006
I agree. Offering so many options seems likely to confuse people and then people will be dissapointed if they get the wrong version and then it doesn't have what they wanted in it. - Anonymous
June 01, 2006
Try here for a better OS.
http://www.linspire.com/products_linspire_whatis.php
or
http://www.mandriva.com/
or
http://www.xandros.com/
give them a try you won't die. - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
What's the delay in starting the CPP anyway? If Beta 2 is ready for MSDN subscribers, people at WinHEC, etc., why isn't it available to all of us? Unless we're getting a newer build (which would surely then not be Beta 2 but some kind of pre-RC1 build), I can't understand the delay.
Please give us an idea of what the reason for the delay is. I'm not asking for the date of the CPP but I think the reasons for this delay would be an interesting new thing for us to know as I don't think I've seen it explained anywhere.
(I've deliberately not asked for an available date because I know such queries are always brushed off with a response like 'in the coming weeks' - although if you do have a date I'd love to hear that too!) - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
I wouldn't say that there is a delay in regards to launching the CPP of Windows Vista. Microsoft never gave any official dates in terms of launching the CPP. Several folks had believed the CPP would be launched at WinHEC. I think Microsoft's intentions have always been to launch a few weeks after WinHEC.
Keep in mind that now that Beta 2 is out in a large amount of Beta Tester's hands, Microsoft can now get early feedback to whether the build of Beta 2 is good enough to release to the general public through the CPP. So Paul, its quite possible if Microsoft isn't happy with responses from the current Beta Testers with Beta 2 - they may go with releasing an updated Build.
But I'm personally thinking we can expect the CPP to launch here very soon. - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
Why is Vista basically Microsoft's attempt to copy Apple's OS X. Any "new" feature has already been produced. The problem with Vista is the minimum requirements. Sommer seems to have a very nice computer, and it "should" be able to run Vista. You won't see me paying for Vista, or a new computer. - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
Sidebar Geek, thanks for your helpful input. I guess I'd just been misled, probably unintentionally, by various reports and coverage which had suggested, to me at least, that the CPP, Beta 2 and WinHEC were basically all one and the same in terms of timing.
I'll keep my fingers crossed that you're right with your thinking about it being soon! - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
This has been bugging me for a while. What are the 64-bit options for Vista? Are only certain editions 64-bit, does each edition come in a 32/64 bit version, or is there one 64-bit aside from all the versions on the site? - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
How do I copy a file to %systemroot%System32 using a batch file? As a network admin, I copy common utilities to %systemroot%system32 since that is the only path that is ALWAYS in the PATH variable. I have always done this with a batch file, but now I get an access denied, even running as local admin. Is there a 'sudo' equivalent? - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
Ted, I am pretty sure that all of the new editions will have both editions on the CD, presumably the install will decide which of the two to put on your computer. - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
Ted, jgoforth is correct - its been said that all editions of Vista will come with the x32 and x64 bits. The only edition that won't come in x64 is Windows Vista Starter Edition.
The media that will come with all the install bits will be a DVD although I've heard talk of making CD versions available. With any possible CD version, expect multiple CD's. Current images of Beta 2 ring in over 2.5GB with x64 bits making it a little bit more. - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
I got a 'Winsat' error on the Windows Vista Updgrade advisor...any tips on how to repair this problem? - Anonymous
June 02, 2006
So many comments, where to start!? There are 79 folders in System32, 37 of which appear to be localization info(cs-CZ, en-US,et-EE, etc). Do us all a favor in the name of not cluttering the System32 directory, which some of us do occasionally need to dig through. Put localizations in a localization folder! While I'm at it, where is there a drivers folder and a DriverStore folder?
As a network/server admin since 1997 and NT4, I've often wondered how much money MS spends on there Change for the Sake of Change department. Find someone to organize the windows file structure once and for all and leave it alone! - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Bruce: Our blog is not the best forum for product support -- I'd suggest you check one of our public newsgroups for assistance; microsoft.public.windows.vista.general is a good place to start.
I've passed your feedback on the Upgrade Advisor to the product team managing this app. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
How can i get my hands on with Vista? How can I download it? its all very confusing. What is a Subscribers ID how do I get one, and How do i actually get my hands on Vista beta 2??
Thx - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
A Subscriber ID is for MSDN Members. You must sign up for a MSDN Subscription to access Vista Beta 2 that way.
Currently ony Technical Beta Testers, TechNet, and MSDN Members have access to Windows Vista.
Microsoft is intending to launch a Customer Preview Program (CPP) in the very near future that will allow you to sign up and download it then.
So to answer your question: you really can't access the download to Vista unless your part of the groups I mentioned above. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
So, I will have access to a LEGAL copy of Vista beta 2 when CCP is launched? Will I have access to all the features like Aero Glass? - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Of course! Through the Customer Preview Program you will have legal access to a full fledge copy of Windows Vista and its features including Windows Aero and Glass. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
YES!! Aero Glass. I also have a software called WindowBlinds 5 and a skin for it called "Arrow" which is very similar to Aero Glass, almost the same. But it is a theme like software for Win XP, and I am waiting for Vista Ultimate edition. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Sidebar geek, Do you have any information about the pricing of Windows Vista Ultimate Edition???
Thx - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Pricing has yet to be announced for the SKU's of Windows Vista so no unfortunately, I do not have any information on pricing.
There's been alot of "speculation" out there but nothing has been officially decided by Microsoft so unless you hear it from Microsoft first (like in PressPass on Microsoft.com) then take it with a grain of salt. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Are you going to buy Windows Vista? If yes, which edition. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Are all the editions of Vista going to come out at the same time? in Jan 2007(is another delay possible to push that date further?Probably) Im deciding on what to buy later at the end of year.
DX10 video card(probably Nvidia g80) and of course a new computer with alota ram and a heavy processor, But i'll see what the future holds. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
I am assuming all the versions will be available at the same time.
Its also important to note that currently on the market is alot of hardware right now that can support Vista when it comes at the end of the year. One thing I learned at WinHEC is that there is a myth about how folks have to wait until the end of the year to buy hardware that supports Vista - this is not true. There is a ton of hardware on the market now that will be more than enough to support Vista with Windows Aero and all.
Look for those Vista-capable stickers. I saw a bunch when I was at Fry's the other day on a bunch of nVidia cards. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
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June 03, 2006
Vista looks cool...i have an idea though: STOP COPYING MAC!
seriously..."Instant search?" "Sidebar?" "Flip?" You might as well just call them spotlight, dashboard, and expose!
How about thinking of some of your own ideas??? - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
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June 03, 2006
Hey now, let's try and offer constructive feedback here.
I'm sorry you are upset they are making Halo 2 a Vista only game but this way it can utilize the advantages of DirectX 10 giving the player a much better gaming experience. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Im sorry, But whoes going to go and buy a DX 10 video card - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Im sorry, But whoes going to go and buy a DX 10 video card the FIRST DAY IT IS RELEASED. I doubt anyone would. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
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June 03, 2006
Also: my video card has been on the market for quite some time now too ;-) - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Well, Im a gamer and need to run games like Crysis, Enemy territory quake wars, and of course Halo 2. So, I need a dx 10 card not only for Crysis, but also, so I don't have to upgrade for the next 2 years. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Well, Im a gamer and need to run games like Crysis, Enemy territory quake wars, and of course Halo 2. So, I need a dx 10 card not only for Crysis, but also, so I don't have to upgrade for the next 2 years. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Sir,
Do you work for Microsoft? Are you a IT prof or Developer? cause you sound like one and you seem to know a lot about Vista and Halo 2. Do you have any contact with Bungie??? - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Go to this website to find out what I'm talking about sidebar.
http://video.yahoo.com/video/play?p=Crysis&toggle=1&cop=&ei=UTF-8&b=0&oid=2d6cb3975abaa696&rurl=www.gametrailers.com&vdone=http%3A%2F%2Fvideo.yahoo.com%2Fsearch%2Fvideo%3Fp%3DCrysis%26toggle%3D1%26cop%3D%26ei%3DUTF-8&vback=Results
Whoa, that came out pretty big. its an interview with the develpoer of Crysis. The developer tells you about the true power of DX10 and what it is capable of doing.
Thx
need your email, i got a lot of questions for you. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Windows Vista and its technologies are my main focus and passion. I don't work for Microsoft, just a friend of the community.
I try to help answer questions to the best of my abilities from what I know.
You're right, having a DirectX 10 card will be a big need for playing DirectX 10 games on Vista. Maybe we can get the folks running this blog to get us more information of DirectX 10 and what we're really looking at here. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Are you a gamer? How do you have windows vista b2? - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
I'm kind of a gamer. I tend to like to play simulation games rather than first-person-shooters. I like Flight Simulator.
I also have an Xbox 360 so I play console games through that. PGR3 is what I'm trying to tackle now.
I have Beta 2 for Vista because I am a technical beta tester and I also attended WinHEC this year. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
So, everyone at the HEC2006 got a copy of Vista b2? or how do you become a technical beta tester?? - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
I know windows is copying Mac...that's what i meant - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
So sidebar geek, everyone at the HEC2006 got a copy of Vista b2? or how do you become a technical beta tester?? - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
I don't believe everyone at WinHEC got copies but quite a few did and the technical beta tester program is now closed so I am unaware of any way to get in. The Customer Preview Program should be launching soon though for you to get access to the Beta. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
FREEE vista b2??? - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
I am unsure of any Customer Preview Program details. Those will come from Microsoft in the near future. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
SHoot! i thought it was going to be free! - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
I never said it was going to cost anything nor did I say it would be free rather I don't know what Microsoft will do until they disclose their Customer Preview Program details. - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
Did you get it for Free??? just by signing up? without paying? - Anonymous
June 03, 2006
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June 04, 2006
Marie, how much memory does your new system have?
You can always try and run the new Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor and see how well your system you bought a month ago will run Vista. I suggest trying it.
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/upgradeadvisor/default.mspx
I bought a Dell laptop four months ago and it doesn't run Windows Aero for Glass but without Glass it runs fine with 512MB of RAM.
Microsoft is offering a wide variety of SKU's for Vista as well. It looks like the Windows Vista Home Basic might be an option for you giving you all the features you really need to experience Vista and take advantage of its newest technologies.
But try the Upgrade Advisor Tool and tell me how much memory your new system has and maybe we can find out what's the best solution for you. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
Windows Vista Home Basic doesnt have the cool guy aero graphics and yes, you will need a good graphic card, for example, ATI X300xpress or Nvidia 6150 or 6100. they usually some with laptops and desktop computers. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
come* - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
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June 04, 2006
Through Virtual memory You can triple your amount or RAM. I did it, not a big difference. But much better performance than before. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
Hello Ashwin,
Thanks for the input, I know what you are talking about, because I had to do it on my friends computer once. They were getting low and needed more. So I used virtual memory. But would it make a difference with vista. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
Im wondering if any of you heard any news lately about the release of windows vista beta 2 to the general public - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
YES!! Vista beta 2 will be FREE!! to public. Heres proof. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_vistaand look under development, read the last 5-6 lines and it states, "Windows Vista Beta 2 was released to testers on May 23, 2006; availability of Beta 2 will be expanded in the coming weeks to include Microsoft's Customer Preview Program — essentially a free download." - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
NO, i doubt virtual memory would come in handy using vista because Vista requires a lot of memory. But, yes, CPP will be anounced VERY SOON! which means FREE VISTA BETA 2. heres proff that it will be FREE! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_vistaGo and read under DEVELOPMENT, which is the 2nd category and ready the last 6-7lines, which state "Windows Vista Beta 2 was released to testers on May 23, 2006; availability of Beta 2 will be expanded in the coming weeks to include Microsoft's Customer Preview Program — essentially a free download." - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
NO, i doubt virtual memory would come in handy using vista because Vista requires a lot of memory. But, yes, CPP will be anounced VERY SOON! which means FREE VISTA BETA 2. heres proff that it will be FREE! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_vistaGo and read under DEVELOPMENT, which is the 2nd category and ready the last 6-7lines, which state "Windows Vista Beta 2 was released to testers on May 23, 2006; availability of Beta 2 will be expanded in the coming weeks to include Microsoft's Customer Preview Program — essentially a free download." - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
If anyone has any inside information about the release date aobut windows vista beta 2. I would like to hear from you as soon as possible. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
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June 04, 2006
YES!! just found out that CPP will be like getting a FREE COPY OF LEGAL VISTA BETA 2!! YAY! heres proof: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Vistago down to the 2nd category, do DEVELOPMENT, and read the last 5-6 lines maybe 7 lines, 2 of them state "Windows Vista Beta 2 was released to testers on May 23, 2006; availability of Beta 2 will be expanded in the coming weeks to include Microsoft's Customer Preview Program — essentially a free download." - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
YES!! just found out that CPP will be like getting a FREE COPY OF LEGAL VISTA BETA 2!! YAY! heres proof: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Vistago down to the 2nd category, do DEVELOPMENT, and read the last 5-6 lines maybe 7 lines, 2 of them state "Windows Vista Beta 2 was released to testers on May 23, 2006; availability of Beta 2 will be expanded in the coming weeks to include Microsoft's Customer Preview Program — essentially a free download." - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
Ashwin,
Nah, that is ok. Thanks for the suggestion anyhow and thanks for the input. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
Marie,
Sorry about your memory problems. I am in the same boat with my Dell Laptop. I bought it a few months ago and it doesn't support Windows Aero.
Microsoft actually worked with hardware vendors on making the hardware requirements acceptable. Microsoft has done quite of bit of updating to the Windows code as well as adding many new revolutionary features into Vista that allow it to perform better than XP in areas such as security and performance.
If memory is an issue, I'm sure you can work with the vendor who sold you your systems to add more memory. Vista runs well with 512MB of RAM. You can also use ReadyBoost to give you more memory too. For your low end PC's, I recommend Windows Vista Home Basic because it will give you all the great features - and yes it won't have Windows Aero and Glass but Vista isn't just about Aero and Glass!
You also said you are unsure if Vista would be worth it to you. I can tell you right now I'm running Vista full time and using many of its new features such as Windows Photo Gallery to organize my digial photos or playing DVD's through Media Center and Windows Media Player. Its hard for me to move back to XP.
Earl and Schimmy - no news yet on details for the upcoming Customer Preview Program for Windows Vista Beta 2 but news and information is expected very soon. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
When I say I am in the same boat, I don't mean that I need more memory for Windows Aero rather just like Marie, I'm missing a piece of hardware that will make my Vista experience better. In Marie's case she's missing memory.
But running Vista without Glass on my Dell laptop runs great. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
Sidebar Geek,
Thank You so much for the response, what version of Vista are you using on your laptop?How much memory do you have in your laptop? If you don't mind me asking, thank you. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
My laptop has 512MB of RAM and runs Vista great. Problem is that is doesn't have a video card that supports Aero Glass so I'd probably get Windows Vista Home Basic for it. Home Basic comes with all the features I'd want to use on my laptop. - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
I know that! You insulting me? lol. just kidding. I know Vista is more than just Aero glass and its more about have all the new experiences like better security and blah blah blah - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
But in the discpription, it states that Vista home basic will be "severly limited" at times. BUt oh well. FREE VISTA BETA 2 BABY is what I'm waiting for. CPP is like free Vista beta 2. Heres proof: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_vistaGo to the 2nd category, DEVELOPMENT, ready like the last 6-7 lines. 2 of them will state that "Windows Vista Beta 2 was released to testers on May 23, 2006; availability of Beta 2 will be expanded in the coming weeks to include Microsoft's Customer Preview Program — essentially a free download". YEAH!! FREE BETA 2! - Anonymous
June 04, 2006
But in the discpription, it states that Vista home basic will be "severly limited" at times. BUt oh well. FREE VISTA BETA 2 BABY is what I'm waiting for. CPP is like free Vista beta 2. Heres proof: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_vistaGo to the 2nd category, DEVELOPMENT, ready like the last 6-7 lines. 2 of them will state that "Windows Vista Beta 2 was released to testers on May 23, 2006; availability of Beta 2 will be expanded in the coming weeks to include Microsoft's Customer Preview Program — essentially a free download". YEAH!! FREE BETA 2! - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Sidebar Geek,
When you say all features for Vista you need to run on your laptop, what do you mean? I thought Vista Home Basic was just for internet and email and it did not have all the features such as the media player, and the ability to view and edit digital pictures, make movies? You know stuff like that? Just curious that is all. I like the work that Microsoft is doing, I think it is great how they are improving the OS and making it very reliable for consumers a great plus for the Microsoft :). Thus, giving them almost the same experience as the Mac OSX. I am glad to see Microsoft is trying very hard & I am hoping that the future versions of Windows will be just as nice too. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Well, first off I am much more protected with Vista's security features which come in all versions. I am also able to utilize Windows Media Player 11 to play DVD's and download music, I can use Windows Photo Gallery to organize my photos, I use Windows Calendar to create Calendars (which I then publish for folks to see) - I love Vista's enhanced Desktop Search for finding all my stuff. I also get Sidebar too!
There's alot more.
With Home Basic I do not get Media Center or Tablet PC functions but I don't use those on my laptop.
I will try and get online a Vista SKU Comparison for you to take a look at and see what you get sometime tomorrow.
But of PC's that aren't so powerful, Home Basic should work just fine - its working fine more me on my not so powerful Dell! - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
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June 05, 2006
dads - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
I heard it might be a while before vista beta 2 will hit the general publics hands. Can anyone verify this information for me. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
I heard it might be a while before vista beta 2 will hit the general publics hands. Can anyone verify this information for me. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Its coming sooner than later.
Details are expected real soon now. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
How soon do u think we will get the details and how soon do u think we will get our hands on it - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
I'm not quite sure exactly. I think what they are doing is they are making sure the current Build released to testers privately is good enough to release to the general public. I'd say atleast a week or so before any details.
Of course expect news to hit this blog first too when the Customer Preview Program is launched. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Do you have the vista beta 2 Sidebar Geek - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
There's no way i can wait that long to get my hands on the beta. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Philly,
Yeah I've been running Windows Vista Beta 2 for almost two weeks now and its been fantastic! - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
How did u get your hands on it. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
I am a Technical Beta Tester (program is now closed since the CPP is coming up soon). - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Is their anyway you can send me the download in my e-mail. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Can you give me the hyperlink to the CPP website. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Tammy, there is currently no URL for the Customer Preview Program as of yet but its coming I assure you.
Caety, I cannot send copies of Beta 2 to people unfortunately. Sorry. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Caety, I doubt that he can send you the Vista beta file through email, its tooooo big. Plus, I'm not sure if would be illegal to do that. I have downloaded pirated version of Vista beta 5308 and 5342. But haven't installed them, and do not intend to.
Tammy, I'm just going to get a legal copy Vista beta 2 from CPP. And CPP isn't announced yet. So, you can't download it yet! But if you have patience like me, then you'll get it very soon. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
What do you think is the best web site for the news about windows vista beta 2. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
Oh there are a ton of sites that are excellent resources for Windows Vista! This one of course is a great place as well as The Hive and MANY MANY others.
One thing that Microsoft has is a great set of community websites that are talking about their stuff! Just search up Vista Bets 2 in your search and you're bound to find some excellent sites. - Anonymous
June 05, 2006
How do u know that we would get the news in a week or so. Just Wondering - Anonymous
June 06, 2006
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June 06, 2006
Works great for me (32bit), only the sound card driver was not recognized (SB live!24bit HD integrated) but i get the beta drivers from www.creative.com and its working great now.
I'm very impressed with this release, good job guys :) - Anonymous
June 06, 2006
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June 06, 2006
I have been running Beta 2 for a few days now and I am impressed with it so far. I really like the new look with Aero and Glass.
I am running an older P4 system , 1.8GHZ, 768 RAM, and NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 w/ 128mb. It's not a very fast system but Vista runs pretty good, no complaints. The only thing I have had an issue with is DVD playback. Media Player is very slow to start up once I put in a movie disk and the playback is a bit choppy. It may be because of the video card but I'm not sure, haven't looked into it yet.
The only problems I had with the upgrade from XP was an older network card it didn't like and a couple of applications had to be removed, Alcohol 120% and PowerDVD.
I haven't had time yet to really dig into the new system but so far I really like Vista. - Anonymous
June 06, 2006
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June 06, 2006
Yes, seriously, I want the CPP!! - Anonymous
June 06, 2006
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June 06, 2006
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June 06, 2006
For everyone's info, I think Sidebar lives there. - Anonymous
June 06, 2006
My super genius brain huh? Not sure if I should take that as a compliment or not...
Don't worry folks, the CPP is coming. Microsoft wants to make sure everything is all set right so there aren't any issues. When you're rolling out a CPP intended for 2 million users, you're going to want to get it right. - Anonymous
June 06, 2006
I'm moving to Oregon, dude!!! You live in Oregon. I'm moving in August. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
Ashwin, how did you get the pirated version of Windows Vista? I am a 13 year old and I am impatient for Windows Vista. I have Office 2007 and it works ok, but I am literaly dying for Windows Vista. I am in all of the Beta programs but I still can't get it. Give me a link or ask me and I will give you my e-mail. Thans - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
DJ TECH - please refrain from discussing pirated software here. Its both inappropriate and unprofessional. You will have your hands on a copy of Beta 2 through the Customer Preview Program quite soon. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
you are right, thank you - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
I just recieved an e-mail about Windows Vista Customer Preview Program, does this mean i can download it now. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
ya i this recieved that to, what can i do now. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
Go get Vista Beta 2 everyone!
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/preview.mspx
Have fun! - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
Ashwin,Not sure what you're talking about here. I completed the entire CPP process and downloading the Beta 2 CPP is indeed free. Perhaps you didn't read it all the way - you can order DVD shipments which cost a bit to have shipped.But the download itself does not cost anything. Let me clarify: when you go to the CPP page it will ask you to "order" the Beta. You choose your location, sign in using your Windows Live ID (Passport) and you then have the ability to download the Beta.Again - no where does it charge you for the Beta Download. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
I don't really love you,I'm a guy - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
ERROR!! why isn't x64 editions working? I'm not able to download the .iso WHY? Sidebar, got answer? - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
This is not fair,
Sidebar, when I start downloading Vista, the program it gives me says that the connection has been canceled, WHY????? - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
It has got to be the traffic. My connection is perfect. It has never failed me and this won't be the first time. It keeps on telling me:
The server has prematurely ended the connection. Retrying may solve the problem.
Then I retry it serveral times, it works for a minute and the same thing happens. Everything was ok for the first 27 percent of the download. How far is yours? - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
Exactly DJ, it failed for the first time, it said, the manager can't download it any longer and is cancelling download - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
7 % so, consider yourself lucky. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
7 % so, consider yourself lucky. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
you might think that at my young age of 13 i can't advise you but, the best thing you can do is retry it as many times as you have to. mine says:
The server has prematurely ended the connection. Retrying may solve the problem.
and i just keep on retrying - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
i have 27% - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
now 28% - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
now it says:
Network error, cannot download. Check connections, and try again. Would you like to retry now?
just keep on trying. it has got to be the traffic, like sidebar said. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
Mine is around 30% and moving slow. But I can be patient. Like I have said before, alot of people will be downloading this so don't expect blazing fast speeds.
Ashwin, for tech support questions regarding your issues with the download manager:
Microsoft created newsgroups for Windows Vista Beta 2. To join or read postings in these newsgroups please visit http://windowshelp.microsoft.com. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
Na, i don't underestimate you. I'm 14. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
i have a 1.5 mbps connection - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
and it is still going slow - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
I'm patient. I'm not worried about it slowing down. I'm worried about it crashing when I'm sleeping at night. It's 11 at night here. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
i will also be patient, i will stay awake all night if i have to, just to get windows vista - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
wow ashwin, and i thought i was the only young computer master in the world. wow. can i have your e-mail address. it would be cool to chat with you. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
Let's not fill the comments here on the blog with how far our download is. Its just going to be slow and that's the way its going to be with so many people downloading the build. Nothing we can do but wait for our downloads to finish.If you have troubles with the download I suggest heading over to the newsgroups to possibly find an answer as to why you are having issues. By the way, I know very few 13 and 14 year olds who would know how to download a build of Windows Vista so its nice to see the young folks interested in Vista :-) - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
I live in Mission, Texas. It is 9:55p.m. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
Sidebar, how old are you? - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
It always says, network error wanna retry?? I did that for like 20 times now. DJ, we got same internet - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
dirtball221@yahoo.com - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
mine says the exact same thing. thanks for your mail. mine is:
comp_nerd3@msn.com - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
WHen can I expect a clear up of the craappy server?!?! - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
good question! - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
But yours is like 50% done. mine isn't even 1 percent. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
no, its 28 and with lots of problems. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
Hey, sidebar, shouldn't you be connected to like billions of people?? because there are like 1000000 people downloading. Seeder? shouldn't there be alot of seeders? - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
what kind of helps a lot is refreshing the internet frequently. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
hmmm. 435bytes per sec, very interesting - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
mine the lowest has been 19kb. that's like the max, but with tons of problems. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
it works for me - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
YES!! YES!! speed going down, going down, to 58bytes per sec. wowvy! - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
you need to change your attitude. be patient - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
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June 07, 2006
this sucksssssssssssssssssssss.. 392"""""BYTES"""NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.
i have the advantage of being let awake all night long.
wait its going faster now. good - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
ashwin, there is not really something in which sidebar can help. it depends to our connections and our luck - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
sidebar, how far is yours? - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
Guys, let's be a little more mature here.
The connection issue is out of my hands and the hands of the people who run this blog...so complaining here isn't going to help.
You will just have to be patient or go to the newsgroups plain and simple. - Anonymous
June 07, 2006
i know, that's the same thing i told ashwin
read above so you can see. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Sidebar, how is yours going. mine is 32%. I think i will be up all night. It is 11:45p.m. I need this Vista. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
I gave up for tonight. I'm going to let you all download it first then I'll download it later on. I was on 42%. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
i am now on 35 but i can't give it up. good night - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Does anyone here now how to create a partition for vista. I've only got to choose from trail versions but didn't get any. Do you know of any partition trials that I could use, or anything else that would help. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
I'm going with Sidebar, goodmorning. Sidebar, I agree with your strategy, let the server clear up and then go for it. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
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June 08, 2006
YES!! 1mbps, and rising. just started 5 secs ago and downloads already up to 9%. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
60% - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Sidebar can you help me. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Is he even on? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
100% - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Sidebar, after it is finished, it is left in a .dlm file. What do I do, I thought it was going to be in a ISO, What is the problem? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
DJ TECH - as stated before, this blog isn't a place for tech support, rather a place to point you in the right direction and talk about Vista in general.
Please direct all your tech support issues and questions to the new Beta 2 Newsgroups Microsoft has set up.
Microsoft created newsgroups for Windows Vista Beta 2. To join or read postings in these newsgroups please visit http://windowshelp.microsoft.com. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
thank you for the page but that page is for people who already have vista running. I have a 99 percent and then it kind of crashed. I was using the program Microsoft was offering and it is sill frozen, I can't do anything, not even close it. I am scared that if I close it through the Task Manager, I wont be able to finish it right, and the shortcut on the Desktop is no longer there. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
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June 08, 2006
DJ TECH - the page is for Beta 2 users and folks wanting to use Beta 2. You can go and signup for the newsgroups to get answers to your tech support questions.
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/communities/newsgroups/en-us/default.mspx
I cannot help you with the Download Manager or any issues regarding the download in General nor can the folks running this blog. Its not something they are (or myself) involved in. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Ashwin, let's try to be appropriate here ok? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Sry! alrite, DJ, you done downloading? if you are, here is where you should go, to learn how to burn. nice rhyming
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=67708 - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
SIDEBAR!!!! you live in oregon?? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
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June 08, 2006
i know how to burn, and if i had the file as an ISO i could. what i am trying to do is to convert it to a zip file and then unzip it. its a long process, but hopefully it works. if not, i will follow your advice since it is the olny one available. thank you ashwin and thank you sidebar. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Hmmm. sidebar not talking? SIDEBAR!!!!! you live in oregon???? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
whats the big deal from where he lives? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
i wanna know where he lives, got a problem with that? just playing with ya man. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
naah, its just taht its kind of inmature asking a person where he lives and just trying to get an answer if he doesnt want to. and it is also his privacy. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
what are you doing right now?
do you have vista or still downloading? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
I want to know because he lives in Oregon, and I'm moving to ORegon this august. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
It's finished here, but my dvd drive ain't working, wow, on the right time - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
did yours pass to 100%. i had to end mine at 99%. if i need serveral files i will just e-mail and ask you for them. i might have to download the whole thing again, but the page is overflooded - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
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June 08, 2006
I don't know. because it is packed as one and I haven't downloaded it, and won't download it without my dad's permission. So, I don't really know how I would send you those files. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
don't worry about those files, worry about having it as package as an ISO. that's more important. if you have it as a DML file, i have no idea of what to do. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
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June 08, 2006
halo would be in a dvd rom right? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
halo would be in a dvd rom right? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
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June 08, 2006
My file is a dlm file but isn't it spose to be a iso file. Is their any way to change this. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
John, that happened to me too, that's what I am trying to figure out. If you find anything post it here. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Sidebar, we need your help. What is a DML file and how can it be converted to an ISO or a ZIP? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
There is info in the newsgroups, I'd go there with your issues. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
I am working to also get some info but again, the newsgroups is where Microsoft is telling folks to go. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
I already tried to change the format to a ZIP, but it comes to the same thing. It is always a DLM. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
anything sidebar? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Look at this:
http://filext.com/detaillist.php?extdetail=DLM - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
i found something - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
So what do we do now?
Im confused. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
I am downloading the ISO file with my own Download Manager. It is automatically downloading it as ISO. I think that the DLM stands for "DOWN LOAD MANAGER." Maybe there was something wrong the the Akamai Manager. Try this:Download this program: the trialhttp://www.speedbit.com/When it is finished go to the "Downloads" tab in the menu and paste this. It should work.http://download.windowsvista.com/dl/preview/beta2/en/x86/iso/vista_5384.4.060518-1455_winmain_beta2_x86fre_client-LB2CFRE_EN_DVD.iso - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
its fluently downloading at 400kb the least. its pretty cool.
you might want to give it a try. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
What did you find? - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Give what a try.
Do we have to download it again. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
try this:
download the program: trial only
www.speedbit.com
once installed go to the "downloads" tab in the menu and past this:
http://download.windowsvista.com/dl/preview/beta2/en/x86/iso/vista_5384.4.060518-1455_winmain_beta2_x86fre_client-LB2CFRE_EN_DVD.iso
its working good for me. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
sidebar try what I input in there. it works very cool - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
READ THIS NOW....
wait a minute, don't try it... not yet...
it downloaded it as DAP file now. wait until I finish and then try it, or you will feel you just wated time... - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Is it going to work or not - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Plus mine is only going about 70 kb/s. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Sidebar please help this help us out this one time. It would mean so much getting over the hours trying to find answers. We would really appreciate it. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
i don't want to give you false hope, its going fast, but at the end if something goes wrong, i am not responsible and i don't want uggly comments. You can try it if you want to, mine is going pretty cool, but that was another resource I had after I finished downloading from the Microsoft Page and it didn't let me. Give it a try if you want to. It may work, it may not. If you want my comment wait about two to three hours and I will post something here. I don't know, its up to you. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Jack, I cannot help you as I do not have the answers to your questions.
These questions are meant for the Newsgroups which Microsoft has set up specifically for these kinds of issues. This blog is not intended to be a place to offer tech support for the CPP.
There isn't anything the folks running this blog or myself can do to help with these issues. Its out of our hands unfortunately. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Sidebar Geek
Then can you give me a link to get to these pages.
Thanks for all the help also. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
The newsgroups can be accessed here:
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/communities/newsgroups/en-us/default.mspx - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
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June 08, 2006
Hey, its your opinion Jack. I believe that Microsoft does things for a reason. The 2GB ram is for better service, but if you don't believe in Microsoft, then what are you doing here trying to download Vista. I have been a fan of Microsoft since I was 5; I am now 13. Up to now, Microsoft has been good to me. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Hey, its your opinion Jack. I believe that Microsoft does things for a reason. The 2GB ram is for better service, but if you don't believe in Microsoft, then what are you doing here trying to download Vista. I have been a fan of Microsoft since I was 5; I am now 13. Up to now, Microsoft has been good to me. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
Did u find anything new dj tech - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
I finaly got windows vista on a dvd. WINDOWS VISTA IN THE POWER OF MY HANDS. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
yes, i did, it works. try it jack. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
So u used that accelator plus and it changed it to iso instead of dap or dls. Or do you have to change that your self. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
I've been trying to create another partition in the computer management screen but it doesnt give me the option to create another partition and i only have one partition on my computer. So anything help would help me out greatly to install vista and have xp on the other partition. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
When you get to the screen where is asks where you want to install Vista it should show the partitions. If it is not, it may not be detecting your harddrive due to possibly the need for SATA drivers. There should be an "Advanced" button that will allow you to load a driver.
Hopefully this helps. If not, I recommend visiting our public newsgroups. There are ALOT of cool people there that can help you solve your issue. - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
And if you do that it will keep all of your files on the xp partition. Without deleting anything - Anonymous
June 08, 2006
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June 08, 2006
DJ Tech,
When it is done downloading do u this change it from DAP to ISO. Or do u have to do anything else. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
it is done by it self. i did work jack, i have windows vista running on my computer. if you experience some display errors, don't worry, you just have to download updates.
I LOVE WINDOWS VISTA!!!! - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
Can anyone tell me if this is the exact same build as was released to people like Sidebar Geek before, at WinHEC etc? For instance if someone had got it then, would there be any reason for them to switch to this new download or is it identical? Thanks. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
Hey, DJ Tech, the link which u mentioned i cannot download man. Its just a 161 kb file (.iso).
Can anyone tell me any other link.
Thanks - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
I downloaded the iso 32 bit file. When I go to install it, it tells me that Windows can not find the installation files. Any suggestions. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
Does anyone here have a free partition application that you can change your hard disk without paying for it to change. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
So, if I install Vista beta 2, does it "uninstall"/upgrade my current Windows XP SP2 system?
In other words, if I try Vista, don't like it, can I go back?
If something goes wrong in Vista, can I still rely on switching to XP and running things there?
If the final Vista comes out, will my Beta 2 simply stop working (as many betas - as Office - are pre-programmed to work with much less functionality after a certain date)?
Thanks,
Danny. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
Paskin, not, if you install Vista, there is no going back. You can either Upgrade your XP SP2, or format the hard drive to Vista. When Vista expires, you can reinstall your XP, or upgrade to the original Vista, that's thebest thing to do if you don't want to backup and you don't want to lose your settings. Vista will stop working 5/30/07 without any further notice. I don't quite remember about Office. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
For all those who are unable to download (just see on the link that says servers are busy and sorry for incovenience). Here's a remedy, it may sound wieerd but it worked for me.
I had the IE 7 beta 2 installed on my system. I read somehwere that if u rollback to ie6 and try again, it wud work.
Well, out of sheer frustation i did that, and woila in 3-4 attemepts in ie 6 i got the link and now i m downloading.
Again a warnind dont use microsoft download manager as it is showin the same server busy error, so use ur own download manager.
- Anonymous
June 09, 2006
Hey, can anyone tell me whts the download size of the english 32 beta version download.
my download manager is showin 3200.85 mb, but as far as i know microsoft mentioned that it is 3500 mb. Can anyone plzz ceheck out their download size and post it here or email me at coolashish_123@yahoo.com.
I am worried that after 3200 mb it wont work. so please
Thanks in advance. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
it is 3200mb approx. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
Is there a feature comparison table that shows which features are in which edition? In particular, I'd like to know the Home Premium features that won't be in Ultimate. Thanks. - Anonymous
June 09, 2006
Can anyone help me.
I looked everywhere because while im trying to install vista. It brings me to the boot manager screen and tells me a driver is corrupt or missing. The driver is imagedrv.sys and i have no idea how to fix this problem. Everytime i boot up windows it brings up the boot manager and shows me this problem.
Please Help me. - Anonymous
June 10, 2006
For folks trying to download the Windows Vista Beta 2 through the CPP I suggest reading this post:
http://blogs.technet.com/windowsvista/archive/2006/06/09/434667.aspx
Servers are maxed and doesn't look like its letting up anytime soon.
I suggest saving yourself the hassle by ordering the DVD.
And for technical issues regarding installation of Windows Vista I must continue to direct you to the public newsgroups Microsoft has set up for Windows Vista Beta 2:http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/communities/newsgroups/en-us/default.mspx - Anonymous
June 10, 2006
Not really Sidebar, there is faster, easier way to do it. The way I did it. Do you want to know? - Anonymous
June 10, 2006
No I don't want to know.
We're only going to recommend downloading or ordering through legal channels here. - Anonymous
June 10, 2006
It is all legal. You are downloading it from Microsoft. No other site that I know has it. Its just the same thing with a different manager. It's faster too. - Anonymous
June 10, 2006
It is all legal. You are downloading it from Microsoft. No other site that I know has it. Its just the same thing with a different manager. It's faster too. - Anonymous
June 10, 2006
Please stop with the duplicate posts. We don't need to fill the comments up here with doubles of everything. - Anonymous
June 10, 2006
Its done by itself, you know. Its kind of happens sometimes. I just pressed submit once. - Anonymous
June 14, 2006
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June 17, 2006
The hardware check pointed only that the epson stylus printer did not have valid drivers.
During the installation the system booted out of XP during file expansion (28%) and then lost internet (no valid network card drivers). I switched to USB but then there was no drivers for the Scientific Atlanta (Cisco) modem.
1. The installation went on but the system cannot boot without the DVD as the boot is still in install mode.
How to get it to boot from the HD ?
The XP drivers for the netcard, the modem and the printer work fine and a Vista upgrade provided a newer driver for the network card.
2. a vista health check keeps sending warning that one of the HD (WD 160GB) is failing. That does not seem true.
How to shut down these false positives, or repair the health check ?
Otherwise no other problems so far. - Anonymous
June 18, 2006
David, I'd take your installation questions to the public newsgroups for Beta 2. There are folks there better suited to help you answer your questions!
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/communities/newsgroups/en-us/default.mspx - Anonymous
July 01, 2006
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