This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread. I have the same question Report abuse. Details required :. Cancel Submit. Bill Smithers Volunteer Moderator. Hi, There are various methods to reinstall Vista. There is no Windows Vista download available from Microsoft.
They should do that for a small cost. Ask them for the correct Key sequence. This command formats the selected drive partition using the FAT32 file system. This command assigns a drive letter to the newly formatted partition. As there is no drive letter specified in the command line, the next available drive letter is assigned to the drive.
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How can I make the disk bootable? Now that Win7 is out, why would you bother with Vista? Name required. Mail will not be published required. This is optional but highly recommended, especially if the computer will be accessible by users other than yourself. Select a Windows Update option. To make sure that your copy of Windows runs securely and stably, it is highly recommended that you choose one of the first two options. The first option will install all updates automatically; the second option will prompt you when important updates are available.
Select the date and time. These should be correct already as they are linked to your BIOS, but you can change them now if they are not. Check the box if your area observes Daylight Savings. Select your network preferences. If your computer is connected to a network, you will be given an option to identify that network. Most users will select Home or Work network. If your computer is being used in a public place, select Public network.
Mobile broadband users should always select Public network. Windows will now attempt to connect your computer to the network. This process is completely automated. Explore your desktop. After one final loading screen, your new Windows Vista desktop will appear. Installation is now complete. Read on to get your computer updated and protected. Part 3. Activate Windows Vista. Before you can use Windows to its fullest, you will need to activate it.
Activation can be done automatically over the internet. Click the Activation icon in the System Tray to start the process. Run Windows Update. If you selected not to update automatically, you should run Windows Update as soon as possible. This will ensure that you have the latest security and stability fixes. If you chose to automatically update, your computer will start downloading and installing updates as soon as it is connected to the internet.
Check you devices and drivers. Most of your hardware should be installed automatically, but you may have to get drivers for more specialized hardware, or download the latest versions from the manufacturers. You can see what needs drivers from the Device Manager. Install an antivirus.
While Microsoft provides a free antivirus solution called Microsoft Essentials, it is barebones and not a strong deterrent against viruses. Instead, install a third-party antivirus program that will help to protect your computer and information. You can find both free and paid antivirus software. Install your programs. Keep in mind that not every program that you used in older versions of Windows will be compatible with Windows Vista.
Did you press any keys? If you did, you've lost all your setup settings and it reset the setup. Next time, make sure you don't press any keys and let the 5 seconds timeout.
Not Helpful 0 Helpful 6. So when I got everything in and stuff and it resets, do I let it reset itself, or do I have to hit the Restart Now button? Restart Now is recommended if you don't want to wait, but it will restart on its own. Not Helpful 2 Helpful 4. Yes, Windows Vista will support 64 bit.
You can try this on a 64 bit computer. Not Helpful 0 Helpful 5. I bought my CD from eBay, and it didn't come with a product key. What do I do? If you have the CD, you shouldn't have to enter a product key. All you have to do is insert the disc, then set it up. Not Helpful 2 Helpful 7. It depends on the hardware inside your computer.
For some, it might take 30 minutes to an hour. Not Helpful 0 Helpful 2. Bought Vista Home Premium on eBay. The message was: "This copy of windows not genuine". No internet connection and can't load USB adapter. The seller most likely sold you a pirated version of Windows. Demand a refund and try to find a genuine one. If necessary, report the seller to eBay as well. Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. To activate your copy of Windows Vista immediately following installation, you'll need an active and properly configured Internet connection.
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