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    can't install vista sp1

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by hpl912, Mar 22, 2008.

  1. hpl912

    hpl912 Notebook Consultant

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    i have already installed the first old (beta?) version of the service pack v.668 which after the install it has the watermark at the bottom right corner on the desktop displaying as evaluation copy, build 6001.

    now i downloaded the standalone sp1 from ms download center. but when i run it, it pops out a message saying windows vista service pack 1 is already installed. but mine is not even the final version/build. and it doesn't let me install the final release version :confused: :confused: anyone know the problem?
     
    hpl912, Mar 22, 2008
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  2. TonyZ

    TonyZ Notebook Evangelist

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    there is a note saying uninstall any previous versions before installing the new one
     
    TonyZ, Mar 22, 2008
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    jeopardy2k8 Notebook Consultant

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    add/remove programs ;)
     
    jeopardy2k8, Mar 22, 2008
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  4. ScuderiaConchiglia

    ScuderiaConchiglia NBR Vaio Team Curmudgeon

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    RTFM. :D

    All the documents from Microsoft and numerous threads here and elsewhere all clearly state you have to UNINSTALL the beta first.

    Gary
     
    ScuderiaConchiglia, Mar 22, 2008
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