download Window Vista beta

[renegade600]

go here (http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/default.mspx)

Its microsofts website so if you want to give the preview version a try before the release date, this is the place to go legally.

Personally, I am not sure if I will be installing it since only my laptop is compatible but I plan on downloading it.

Remember this is a beta version so download and install at your own risk.

http://www.sharpened.net/images/2005/global/spacer.gifWhat is a beta? Before a commercial software program is released to the public, it usually goes through a "beta" phase. During this stage, the software is tested for bugs, crashes, errors, inconsistencies, and any other problems. Though beta versions of software used to be made available only to developers, they are now sometimes made available for the general public to test, usually through the software company's Web site. However, because beta software is free, the programs usually expire after a period of time. If you choose to test a beta software program, don't be surprised if it has multiple problems and causes your computer to repeatedly crash. After all, it is the beta version. You can tell if a program is still in beta by checking the program's properties. If there is a "b" in the version number (i.e. Version: 1.2 b3) that means it's a beta version.

[oracle128]

WARNING: For the love of God, don't install it on a PC you're not willing to format! Yes it's necessary to say that, since some people don't get the definition of 'beta'.

[dammit]

Better give this (http://news.zdnet.com/2100-3513_22-6079215.html) a read too! ;)

[jililan]

WARNING: For the love of God, don't install it on a PC you're not willing to format! Yes it's necessary to say that, since some people don't get the definition of 'beta'.
That is what I was thinking. I don't really want to format my computer again. I have done it before and with all the updates for XP that Microsoft has it takes forever to start over again.
Actually now that I think about it, I think the updates take up more space than the O.S. does.

[Pi rules]

Good luck unless you have a direct link. If not:
Thank you for your interest in Windows Vista Beta 2.
We are currently experiencing a high level of demand and cannot process your request at this time.
Please check back later for availability. We apologize for any inconvenience.


I can't wait to try it on my new PC. :) Too bad I have finals tomorrow. Oh well, I'm just about guaranteed an A in the classes unless I flunk the final.

[renegade600]

Good luck unless you have a direct link. If not:

Originally Posted by Microsoft
Thank you for your interest in Windows Vista Beta 2.
We are currently experiencing a high level of demand and cannot process your request at this time.
Please check back later for availability. We apologize for any inconvenience.


I can't wait to try it on my new PC. :) Too bad I have finals tomorrow. Oh well, I'm just about guaranteed an A in the classes unless I flunk the final.
I am getting the same message as you. :D It might be faster to pay the 10 bucks and get the dvd which will take 2 to 4 weeks.

[z1p]

For those not willing to give over a full machine, a virtual machine might work.
http://www.computerperformance.co.uk/vista/virtualpc2004.htm

I haven't tried, though I may. And keep in mind even running it in a virtual machine could pose a risk to your data on disk.

[black mirror]

Im going to give it a miss... bad enough trying to cope with little problems

[dudeking]

Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

God iv been waiting for this for ages.

[dudeking]

God cost me £10!
Aww well worth it just shove an other HDD in for it. lol

[renegade600]

I went ahead and installed it on my laptop. I forgot I had two 80 gig drives on it so I am dual booting. :D

So now its playtime :rotflmao:

[Pi rules]

Awesome, have fun! :wave:

I still have 30 minutes left. :(

[dudeking]

Awesome, have fun! :wave:

I still have 30 minutes left. :(
I still have 27 days left. lol

[gimpy530]

Why is this x64 ISO only 13.7MB????

*edit* maybe I should try using internet explorer with it *edit*
*edit2* yep that's the problem *edit2*

[nowshining]

after the ? days are up, just format/or create a new virtual pc and reinstall and keep testing.....

[G_Dem]

Just installed mine and im writing this message now using it. Seems good so far, no problems really. Does anyone know if it has a command prompt so I can do network diagnostics?

[zipulrich]

Start | All Programs | Accessories | Command Prompt

[dudeking]

How long is it taking people to download?
I ordered the CD because didnt like the sound of 28hours downloading, but will it really take that long? I ordered a new Harddrive and the Vista disk at the same time the Hard disk just came but theres still 25 days left on the vista disk.

I have got a 1Meg connection is it going to take 28 hours to download?

[renegade600]

How long is it taking people to download?
I ordered the CD because didnt like the sound of 28hours downloading, but will it really take that long? I ordered a new Harddrive and the Vista disk at the same time the Hard disk just came but theres still 25 days left on the vista disk.

I have got a 1Meg connection is it going to take 28 hours to download?

it took me about 5 hour to download but then I was online doing other things at the same time.

my suggestion is to start it one nite before going to bed.

[Pi rules]

It took me 5-6 as well on DSL also doing other things online. Use a download manager like Free Download Manager in case it stops. Mine stopped several times due to too many connections to the server. So, I stopped a few sections and created a few new sections and it usually worked. If I didn't have to do this, it would have been closer to 5. I also was browsing the internet at the same time. Just do what renegade600 says. There shouldn't be too many connections at that time.

[dudeking]

Arrr says I cannot download as I have requested a CD.

Looks like im going to have to use another passport lol.
Ill start it downloading now should be finished before I go to bed.

[dudeking]

Error
Thank you for participating in the Microsoft Windows Vista Customer Preview Program.


You have received the maximum number of Product Keys available for this program.
Note: Windows Vista Beta 2 can be installed and activated on up to 10 PCs using with one Product Key.


I havnt even got one product key!!!!!!!!!!!
Have tried three differnt passports. lol
None of them work.

Now that is public would it be legal for me to get it off a third party site?

[renegade600]

Error
Thank you for participating in the Microsoft Windows Vista Customer Preview Program.


You have received the maximum number of Product Keys available for this program.
Note: Windows Vista Beta 2 can be installed and activated on up to 10 PCs using with one Product Key.


I havnt even got one product key!!!!!!!!!!!
Have tried three differnt passports. lol
None of them work.

Now that is public would it be legal for me to get it off a third party site?


did you check your email? they will show one on page and email you a copy?

[Pi rules]

The product key will come with the CD (hopefully). Check your e-mail to see if it sent a confirmation with the key.

Now that is public would it be legal for me to get it off a third party site? I doubt it.

Edit: Sorry, I was too slow. ;)

[dudeking]

I got Thank you for registering with Microsoft.com.
Step 4 (Final Step)
TO VERIFY that you own this e-mail address click:
Random Link Here
Troubleshooting:
If clicking on the link above does not work, try the following:
Select and copy the entire link.
Open a browser window and paste the link in the address bar.
Click Go or, on your keyboard, press Enter or Return.
Make sure to sign out of Passport and also clear your Browser "Cookies".
You may be asked to sign in with a Microsoft .NET Passport. When you get prompted at this screen make sure to sign in with your original Passport account not the email address you just changed it to.
Note to Hotmail and MSN users: If you are using a Passport account other than the one you used to receive this verification e-mail you must follow the Troubleshooting steps above to successfully complete your e-mail verification process.Please do not reply to this message; it was sent from an unmonitored e-mail address and we are unable to respond to any replies.
If you continue to have access problems or want to report other issues, please write us by visiting Contact Us (http://register.microsoft.com/contactus30/contactus.asp?domain=generic&lcid=1033).


© 2005 Microsoft Corporation.
That with one passport and then the error message, with the other two I just got the error message.

With I had got the download now, and saved my self £10.
I can't wait 28days lol.

Ill clear cookies then try it, doupt it will but still worth a try.

[Pi rules]

What does clicking on the link do? (you may want to remove it btw)

[dudeking]

Nuthing just click ok on the page that pops up then says you have to meny product keys!!!

[G_Dem]

Just to rub it in dudeking, its AMAZING.

Only joking. I like the Sudoku Sidebar gadget though. lol.

[dudeking]

:cry2::cry2::cry2::cry2::cry2:I want it!!!!!!!!!!!!

The 28 days delevery for the CD is up on 6th july.
It seriously best not take that long lol I can't wait:cry:

[renegade600]

:cry2::cry2::cry2::cry2::cry2:I want it!!!!!!!!!!!!

The 28 days delevery for the CD is up on 6th july.
It seriously best not take that long lol I can't wait:cry:

lets see, 28 day is 672 hours is 40320 minutes, which adds up to 2419200 seconds. All that time while we are messing around with a new toy AND YOU ARE NOT!!!

[dudeking]

http://www.allemoticons.com/Protests/sign_baa.gif

[Tortanick]

for those of you who have treid it, was it worth the wait or just a glamorised XP?

[Pi rules]

I'd say it is worth the wait. A lot of the things you'll notice first are just changes in the interface trying to make it look better, but there are some good security changes. I say it's about time. Linux used several of them a long time ago.

[renegade600]

for those of you who have treid it, was it worth the wait or just a glamorised XP?

thats a decision only you can make. Since its only in beta there will be problems and a seriously lack of drivers - I am having problems with it myself but am still using it. IMO - It is not a glamorised xp. Much like winxp was not a glamorised win98. Theres major changes behind the scene that you don't see or realize.

If you want to try it, give it a shot, besure to install it as a dual boot. If not, make sure you back up anything you cannot afford to lose.

[Tortanick]

I don't think its a my decission alone kind of thing, many things like greater performance are quantifyable.

As for the austetics that are my decission alone. I'm not really too bothered about them.

[G_Dem]

I personally like it and i'm using it quite alot now. I dont know if anyone else has found this but surfing the net seems faster than on XP (could be to do with explorer 64 bit) and my wireless connection is slightly more stable. Lack of drivers is my only problem but I expected that with it being beta. So far i'm impressed and cant wait for games using DirectX 10 come out, the graphics potential is amazing apparently.

[Pi rules]

I wish I had downloaded the 64-bit, but I got the 32-bit instead for application compatibility. Now I realize I could probably just use all those on XP.

[dudeking]

How long is thing gona take?

Mine still hasnt come yet, Why Oh Why did I order a CD???
Did any one else order the CD?
Have you got yours yet?

[renegade600]

How long is thing gona take?

Mine still hasnt come yet, Why Oh Why did I order a CD???
Did any one else order the CD?
Have you got yours yet?

did I read somewheres where it was not available for the uk yet? :rotflmao:

[dudeking]

WHAT:surprised!!!!

Well it let me order it to my UK address.
And they charged £10 on the Card.

It won't let me download it either now, says I have already made an order:curse:

[renegade600]

WHAT:surprised!!!!

Well it let me order it to my UK address.
And they charged £10 on the Card.

It won't let me download it either now, says I have already made an order:curse:

just messin with you :D

[dudeking]

:embarrass :erm: I knew that..... lol

Well it has about 5 days left, and then I'm complaining.

I can't find an email address to contact though?
I was tempted to send it to the MSN support address and hope that they forward it to the right department.

Any one know the address?