I inserted his Win7 (Full Version w/verified product key) into the DVD Drive and ran setup. Windows tried to download the latest version of the installer, but failed to find the Update Server. So, it errored out and wouldn't let me continue. I then tried to skip the installer update but same result. I then called MS and they directed me to that page. So, created ISO image on both DVD and Thumbdrive. Tried the install again and got same error. Called MS again and said WTF? They then told me to purchase Extended Service Contract to get access to Update server. Called them several more times but I got the same answer. Cost was prohibited so said thanks but no thanks. Ended up making an image from another computers Hard Drive and changed drivers, and other things, to make it a legit copy. The whole process ended up taking some time with all the hoops I had to jump through and registry edits.
That was the last Win7 install I've done. Over the years I've done sooo many Windows installs that I've lost count. I've been working on computers since the Commodore PET. Well, that brings back memories: TRS-80, TI 99-4A, Atari 400/800/1200XL, VIC 20, C64, Apple II/IIe/IIc/III, Franklin Ace, LISA, MAC, IBM XT/AT/PCjr, Compaq Transportable, etc, etc, etc. Now I feel really old. Pretty soon I'll be doing clean installs......of diapers.
Later,
That was the last Win7 install I've done. Over the years I've done sooo many Windows installs that I've lost count. I've been working on computers since the Commodore PET. Well, that brings back memories: TRS-80, TI 99-4A, Atari 400/800/1200XL, VIC 20, C64, Apple II/IIe/IIc/III, Franklin Ace, LISA, MAC, IBM XT/AT/PCjr, Compaq Transportable, etc, etc, etc. Now I feel really old. Pretty soon I'll be doing clean installs......of diapers.
Later,