Why my computer won't let me install Windows Vista SP2?

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• computer won't let me install windows 7 on my computer! Help

  try to download Windows 7 on my computer, it has not worked the 1st couple of times I tried to install it, now it says my access code is not valid, what do I do?

  Skip entering your product key Windows 7 and complete the installation.

  When you reach the desktop, click Start, right-click on computer

  Click on properties

  Scroll down to the Windows Activation

  Click the link x days before activation.

  Click on the link that says: "show me other ways to activate.

  Enter the product key

  Click next

  Select the Activation of the phone

  Click Next when you enter your key page

  Select your country

  Click Next, call the number listed

  Be sure to explain your situation to the Appeals Officer.

  Provide the installation generated when ID requested by the call agent

  They give a confirmation ID in return, enter it

  Click next to complete the activation.

  However, the requirements for the media upgrade is that you have an operating system already eligible such as Windows XP or Vista installed to use it. Since the Windows 7 end user license agreement.

  15 UPDATES. To use upgrade software, you must first be licensed for the software that is eligible for the upgrade. After the upgrade, this agreement takes the place of the agreement for the software that you upgraded. After upgrade, you can no longer use the software that you upgraded.

  So, if you are always denied, you will just have to reinstall Windows XP or Vista and let it do the verification of eligibility.

  or

  How to activate Windows 7 manually (activate by phone)
   
  1) click Start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4
   
  (2) press the ENTER"" key.
   
  (3) select your "country" in the list.
   
  (4) choose the option "activate phone".
   
  (5) stay on the phone (do not select/press all options) and wait for a person to help you with the activation.
   
  (6) explain your problem clearly to the support person.
   
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950929/en-us

• I have baught a new portable computer and you want to install windows vista (32-bit) on a bootable partition that it will be possible to do it with windows 7 (64-bit)

  I have baught a new portable computer and you want to install windows vista (32-bit) on a bootable partition that it will be possible to do it with windows 7 (64-bit)

  the laptop contained Home Basic windows 7 (64-bit) and I want to install windows vista Home premium (32 bit) on a bootable partition that it will be possible to do or tell me the parallel method to move a certain 32-bit operating system...

  I do not understand your question. If the laptop can run Windows Vista, it can probably run Windows 7 too.

  To run Windows 7 64-bit, the processor must be a minimum Core 2 Duo.

  System requirements:

  * 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x 86) or 64-bit (x 64) processor

  * 1 gigabyte (GB) of RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)

  * 16 GB of disk space available (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)

  * Peripheral figure DirectX 9 with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver

• 80070490 error code when you try to install windows vista sp2

  OK JUST LISTEN UP GUYS I REALLY REALLY NEED HELP!

  OK to start with I have a 32-bit with sp1 operating system.
  I need help, try to install windows vista sp2. I tried for ages now to make it work, but I quit so I hope you can help me.

  It comes up with error code 80070490 and it says get help with this error so I click it and it says I have to insert a windows dvd?
  I HAVE A DVD OF WINDOWS, SO IT WON'T WORK

  SOMEONE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  ITS REALLY ANNOYING
  

  Hello

  1. who is the antivirus installed on the computer program?

  2. What are the steps you tried to solve the problem?

   
   
   
  Download and install the update the system analysis tool
  80070490 error when you install Windows Vista SP2 or Windows Server 2008 SP2
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/976920
   

  Search for the error message in the event viewer.

  Event Viewer is a tool that displays detailed information about the events important (for example, programs that don't start as expected or updates are downloaded automatically) on your computer. The event viewer can be useful when troubleshooting problems and errors with Windows and other programs.

  For more information, see:

  What are the information contained in the logs of the event (Event Viewer)?

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/what-information-appears-in-event-logs-Event-Viewer

  I hope this helps.

• Error 0x8007045D when you try to install Windows Vista SP2

  Hello

  Currently I have Windows Vista SP1 and want to upgrade to service pack 2. When I try to do the update of Windows, I get "error (0x8007045d) Error_IO_DEVICE. I also tried to install it in safe mode, I get the same error message. After having traveled a bit on the internet, I found that it is probably because my HDD is damaged... so I run the chkdsk program...

  The chkdsk program stops at 16%... Step 4 of 5... When 85785 files off 300000something files are done... and it does nothing more. It keep running like this all night, it goes no further.

  Does anyone have any suggestions on what I need to do to successfully install Windows Vista SP2?

  Thanks for your help!

  OK, I started the computer with the Windows CD and I ran chkdsk /f at a command prompt.

  Chkdsk /f found errors it corrects.

  I ran Chkdsk/r... .he got stuck after scanning 85763 files... near the place, he would always get stuck (85785 files)... so I guess it's the same file that crashes chkdsk.

  The good news: I still have a functioning computer.

  The bad news is that I ran the SP2 from windows update in new safe mode and it didn't work... I'm still stuck with my problem.

  I have an extra hard drive... that I ordered from Dell for my girlfriend's computer, his computer died before she could use the player, but it is larger, then the drive of your computer and it is brand new... the only downside is that the player has been implemented for the computer of my girlfriend (pilots and other things) and does not work in my computer. I guess I'll try to format that drive to make it work in my computer... it should fix this and then bad SP2 remedial power very well.

  I guess I have no choice.

  I suggest to remove avg (uninstall) then try sfc/scannow then chkdsk /f several times. a few times, they need more going to make things more

  Microsoft security essentials is a better a v for not update couseing problems.

  You can allways put avg in the back.

  not having is not enouph to free space for temporary files can couse problems too.

• Not to install Windows Vista SP2 error Code 80070005

  I tried to install Windows Vista SP2 32 bit and I have SP1. When it is done install says it failed and it gives me error Code 80070005. And I do not have enough disk space. Any suggestions?

  Hi, GregDaSpider,

  Try the resolutions listed here:

  0 x 80070005 access denied. You are not allowed to perform the requested operation.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/816731

  Error: 0x80070005 when you try to install updates by using Microsoft Update or Windows Update

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/968003

• Having problem installing Windows Vista Sp2, I keep getting error 0x800B0100

  original title: HELP! Having problem installing Windows Vista Sp2, I keep getting error 0x800B0100

  My checksur.log said

  =================================

  Preparation of control system was updated.

  Binary version 6.0.6002.22441

  Version 9.0 package

  2011-06-29 15:32

  Checking Windows Service Packages

  Checking of manifests package and catalogs

  (f) CBS MUM corrupt 0x800F0900 servicing\Packages\Package_4_for_KB948610~31bf3856ad364e35~x86~~6.0.6001.2123.mum line 1110: nam

  Checking package Watchlist

  Watchlist checking

  Checking packages

  Control components store

  Hello

  These should help to resolve the problem:

  How to fix Windows Vista error 800b0100 update
  http://www.SimpleHelp.NET/2008/07/06/how-to-resolve-Windows-Vista-update-error-800b0100/

  Error Code 800b0100 in Windows Update
  http://www.instantvista.com/800B0100.html

  Error message when you try to use Microsoft Update or Windows Update Web sites to install
  updates: "0x800B0100.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/956702
  How to reset the Windows Update components? -a Mr Fixit
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971058

  Description of the system for Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, update tool and
  for Windows 7
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947821

  ==========================================================================

  How to troubleshoot Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 service pack installation issues
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947366

  You select Download - SAVE? After download go where you put it and right click
  on and RUN as administrator.

  Download Service Pack 2 x 86 32 bit
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyId=891ab806-2431-4D00-afa3-99ff6f22448d & displaylang = in

  Download Service Pack 2 x 64 64-bit
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyId=8ad69826-03d4-488C-8f26-074800c55bc3 & displaylang = in

  Create a new ADMIN account with your password - same then REBOOT (do not logoff) and
  log on to the new account and try the download.

  How to obtain the latest Windows Vista service pack
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/935791/

  Service Pack Center
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/downloads/service-packs

  ================================================================

  If necessary, you can get free reports of incidents however generally above allows to solve this problem.

  Windows updates - free Incident report

  Go here and click on-> Windows Update fails while searching, downloading or installation of updates
  http://support.Microsoft.com/GP/wusupport#tab3

  The security updates, you can get free support Incident report
  http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/resources/support.aspx

  I hope this helps.

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• Cannot install Windows Vista SP2.

  Original title: sick to death!.

  I tried for a VERY long time to install windows vista pck 2 AND IT WONT! I tried the solutions here and NOTHING. Help, please!

  Hello

  "I tried the solutions here and NOTHING. Help, please! "

  And what are the solutions you have tried on here?

  Here are some suggestions, you don't say what you tried.

  This Information Microsoft can help you resolve problems that you encounter during the installation of Service Packs for Vista.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947366

  Click Start > right click on computer > left click on properties > see if you have Vista 32 bit or Vista 64-bit installed.

  Then, choose the download of 'bit' OK to use to install Service Packs, first of all, the installation of SP1 If it is not already installed.

  Vista SP1 32-bit (x 86): http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=30

  Vista SP1 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=21299

  Vista SP2 32-bit (x 86): http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=16468

  Vista SP2 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17669

  And if you have any problems:

  There is a Forum that Microsoft has put in place for problems with Vista Service Packs. If repost you the Forum they will definitely try to help you here...

  http://social.technet.Microsoft.com/forums/en/itprovistasp/threads

  See you soon.

• Cannot install Windows Vista SP2 due to error code 0 x 80070490

  Original title: conclusion it is impossible to install the Vista SP2

  Hello. I'm trying to update my parents with Vista SP2 computer, but it's a disaster. It is a 32-bit operating system. First of all, I tried to install it with windows live update but got the error code 0 x 80070490. Then I tried to download it manually from the Windows Download Center, but this has led to the same problem occurs. I then removed all virus protection programs and tried again, but it still doesn't work. I then downloaded the Windows Update Readiness Tool 947821 KB but when I try and install it it freezes for hours constantly and will not install. I think of anything else to do and I was wondering if anyone can help. Thank you

  Hi CVinaccia,

  Follow the steps described in the article below, dealing with a similar issue

  You receive an error code "0 x 80070490" when you use Microsoft Update or Windows Update Web sites to install updates

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/958044

• Do not install Windows Vista SP2

  I tried all the suggestions on trying to get the Vista SP2 install, but still get the error 800F0900.  Now, my IE crashes, so really try to get everything back to day.  Help, please

  Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for Windows Vista SP2 questions until February 26, 2010. Availability of support chat or messaging differs depending on your location. Some questions may require that more support for which he is advanced a charge.  Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?prid=13014&gprid=582034 & select appropriate category (i.e., download problem;) Installation problem; Problems after installing a service pack). ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft

• Used to install Windows Vista SP2. Error 0x8004100a

  Hello

  I know I'm a little late to this but I have never tried to install SP2 before that never came. I now need to install for a new part and for the life of me I can't make it work.
  I am currently running Windows Vista SP1 32 bit on an Intel E8400 Core2Duo with 4 GB of memory and a lot of HARD drive space.
  I downloaded SP2 and tried to install (downloaded because it has never been available via Windows Update)-all I get is before trying to install anything even really is "an unknown error occurred, error 0x8004100a.
  I then installed system update readiness tool, which is listed as installed successfully. All other updates available had already been installed. I disabled my antivirus and subsequently disabled it and all the other programs startup, restarted, and I still get the same error. I stopped all non-microsoft services and no change.
  For the life of me and with the hours spent searching google, I can not know how else to install this SP2. Are there other things I need to do?
  Thank you

  Hello Alex

  There are a few suggestions for this particular error on troubleshooting forums. Here's a suggestion is given by another Member of the forum who have worked for others. Refer also to the KB down concerning the specific error code that you gave. Thank you

  SP2 was offered through Windows Update? If this isn't the case, then it might suggest that the laptop was not ready.

  FYI

  Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 service Pack is not available for installation via Windows Update
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/948343

  Learn how to install Windows Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2)
  http://windowshelp.Microsoft.com/Windows/en-GB/help/105f7420-6f7f-4FE8-8698-2f40ca5f53711033.mspx

  How to troubleshoot Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 service pack installation issues
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947366

  With the permission of MVP TaurArian

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/952577/

• Not able to boot after that windows update, just trying to install the number 3 setting 3, and then restart the computer. With the help of Windows Vista SP2

  Friday morning I wasn't able to boot my computer more. When I start my computer it won't seek to set a parameter nr 3 of 3. And then it restarts again. My computer tried to install some windows update settings the day before with no success. I Don t remember what it was. I got Vista SP2

  The same problem happends to my computer from friends four days, after she start a windows update installation. But it has solved its problem by using the Windows installation CD and use the repair tool.

  For me, my Windows installation CD I got from Dell does not work. Not the tool repair or startreparation. And I have no reference system to return.

  What should I do? I don't want to reinstall windows again, I have a lot of information on the computer I need to.

  All the world has noticed this problem?

  Try typing F8 at startup and in the list of Boot selections, select Mode safe using ARROW top to go there > and then press ENTER.

  Try a restore of the system once, to choose a Restore Point prior to your problem...

  Click Start > programs > Accessories > system tools > system restore > choose another time > next > etc.

  See you soon.

  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

  If the above does not work, try to make a Bootable ERD to do a Startup Repair:

  As is the case with most computers/laptops these days, they do not come with good Vista disc to repair only the recovery disks.

  As your grave in the category above, download the ISO on the link provided and make a bootdisk of it.

  Go to your Bios/Setup, or the Boot Menu at startup and change the Boot order to make the DVD/CD drive 1st in the boot order, then reboot with the disk in the drive.

  At the startup/power on you should see at the bottom of the screen either F2 or DELETE, go to Setup/Bios or F12 for the Boot Menu.

  When you have changed that, insert the Bootable disk you did in the drive and reboot.

  You can make a tool to restart system, System Restore, etc. with it.

  Read all the info on the website on how to create and use it.

  http://NeoSmart.net/blog/2008/Windows-Vista-recovery-disc-download/

  ISO Burner: http://www.snapfiles.com/get/active-isoburner.html

  It's a very good Vista repair disc.

  You can do a system restart tool, system, etc it restore.

  There is not a disk of resettlement.

  And the 32-bit is what normally comes on a computer, unless 64-bit.
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  If the ISP above Mathods to solve your problems, save your data using one of the methods below, and then reinstall Windows:

  1. slave of your hard drive in another computer and read/save your data out there.

  2. put your Hard drive in a USB hard drive case, plug it into another computer and read/save from there.

  3 Alternatively, use Knoppix Live CD to recover data:

  http://www.Knopper.NET/Knoppix/index-en.html

  Download/save the file Knoppix Live CD ISO above.

  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

  http://isorecorder.alexfeinman.com/isorecorder.htm

  Download the Vista software from the link above.

  After installing above ISO burning software, right click on the Knoppix ISO file > copy the Image to a CD.

  Knoppix is not installed on your PC; use only the resources of your PC, RAM, graphics etc.

  Change the boot order in YOUR computer/laptop to the CD/DVD Drive 1 in the boot order.

  Plug a Flash Drive/Memory Stick, BOOT with the Live CD, and you should be able to read the hard drive.

  When the desktop loads, you will see at least two drive hard icons on the desktop (one for your hard drive) and one for the USB key.

  Click on the icons of hard drive to open and to understand which drive is which.

  Click the icon for the USB drive and click on "Actions > Change the read/write mode" so you can write to disk (it is read-only by default for security reasons).

  Now to find the files you want to back up, just drag and drop them on the USB. When you're done, shut down the system and remove the USB key.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• Error 80004005 by installing Windows Vista sp2 x 64

  I tried to install this updated 4 x I read an answer in this forum which is similar to my problem and I tried the solution, but it would not install.
  I noticed something this last time because I saw the installation process. We all know that the system can reboot several times during the installation. During the 3rd part of the installation, the user account screen asking for the password. However, I had no time to type the password in it, because it jumps to a screen saying that the computer is to install the updates. Then, when the updates for the 3rd party are finished 100% it is said that they can not be installed. Then the computer uninstalls them and puts the computer in its preinstallation State. Is it possible, because I didn't have a chance to enter my password, the computer refuses to recognize me as the administrater during the last part of the installation.  Therefore, maybe stop the installation process of the necessary changes and it returns to the previous state. I'm probably grasp at straws here, because I have never had a problem like this before. Does anyone know what I need to do to remedy the situation?
  I don't know if it's important but I installed another update after the 3rd time. The update has been successfully installed and working. So I thought that everything was ok and tried to install sp2 again. It's the same thing. Why can I install other updates, but not as an individual? Other than this problem installing, the computer works pretty well. I didn't notice a slow or something else for the past two weeks. I'm puzzled.

  I have an (office) Packard Bell imedia x 5705 Intel Core 2 Quad 4 x 1 GB (RAM) 2.33 GHz
  1000 gigabit hard drive
  Type system in Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit
  Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce GT130

  This computer is connected to 2 other computers with a D - Link KVM Switch. One of the other computers has a 32-bit system Intel dual core Vista sp2 running without any problem. They also share a router for internet access broadband.

  Should I try to reuse the recovery disk? I don't want to make things worse.

  Thank you, Debbie - the technical support for all your help.
  I went through all the steps mentioned above in the correct order. However, they have not corrected the problem.
  I used the Packard Bell Recovery Management options and restore my computer to its original state. Then I installed all necessary updates including sp2. I was not activate the preinstalled anti-virus software, or change programs or settings up to that later. That's the good thing. Packard Bell Recovery Management also creates a separate file for all personal files. Thus, when the computer has been reset, I still had my personal files.

• SE error message: "elements not found" when installing Windows Vista SP2

  Original title: error please help

  I am running vista and currently have service pack 1 to install most programs it said I must have service pack 2, although I tried to install manny time either through the window system update or if a download on the microsoft site and I sill get the messege even while trying to install "no items" and an error code weird, I searched and google ect but don't watch until someone could please help me with this as a carnt install the basic things I need for example: microsoft word-. -.

  Please help before I end up spending 200 + just to buy a new Tower

  Hi jasonv123,

  You can read the following article and try resolution 2: run the system update readiness tool and check if you can install Vista SP2.

  How to troubleshoot Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 service pack installation issues

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947366

  Hope this information is useful.

  Jeremy K
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
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• I can't install windows vista SP2 and problem with SP1

  So I installed SP1 with windows update and each update, it says service pack 1 in the list of installation. Second problem, I downloaded the file for SP2 and when I open it it just comes up with the error message "these data are incorrect."

  Hello

  Click Start > right click on computer > left click on properties > see if you have Vista 32 bit or Vista 64-bit installed.

  It will also tell you which SP you have installed.

  Then, choose the download of 'bit' OK to use to install Service Packs, first of all the installation of SP1.

  Vista SP1 32-bit (x 86): http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=30

  Vista SP1 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=21299

  Vista SP2 32-bit (x 86): http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=16468

  Vista SP2 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17669

  This Information Microsoft can help you resolve problems that you encounter during the installation of Service Packs for Vista.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947366

  See you soon.