Question:
VISTA Download ver. is NOT bootable
Do Not buy Vista from windowsmarketplace.com
REPEAT!!! Do Not buy Vista from windowsmarketplace.com
How do I make it bootable.
I just burnt it to a DVD and tried to boot from disk.
No success
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Re: VISTA Download ver. is NOT bootable
I think ultraISO can make an ISO file bootable, just make sure u have several copies of the ISO so if it doesnt work u can still find another way. also since u bought it from microsoft, you should talk to them and demand they help u sort this out. after all u paid for it
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That sucks.
What software are you using to copy it to DVD? And what is the format of your vista download? (ex: .zip .rar .iso .???)
Maybe one of us could help with a bit more info. Don't panic yet.
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Ano. Did you burn it as a disk image?
Is there only one file in the DVD you burnt? :rolleyes:
Care to post a screenshot of the DVD contents?
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Re: VISTA Download ver. is NOT bootable
Do Not buy Vista from windowsmarketplace.com
REPEAT!!! Do Not buy Vista from windowsmarketplace.com
How do I make it bootable.
I just burnt it to a DVD and tried to boot from disk.
No success
what version of vista were u downloading?
"upgrade" version of vista will not be able to burn to any optical media, as saying clearly so on the site
for other versions: BENDER, LIVEFRMNYC and SideSwipe already gave some hints
cheers ...
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I find it very hard to believe that Microsoft wouldn't make the image bootable... I'd definately try again, making extra sure that you're burning it as an image and not just data.
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I am sure it is bootable - you need to burn it as a image, not just the file to the DVD -
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I downloaded Premium Upgrade and I just finished installing it.
I had to clean install XP then upgrade to Vista.
Also during Vista Setup, there was no option to reformat or repartition HDD.
Instead it created a folder called Windows.old(my XP data i guess) when I
chose to clean install upgrade to Vista.
I just had a 30 mins phone chart with microsoft. They sent a transcript to my
email address. Here it is>>
This is Dana with Microsoft Windows Technical Support.
I have taken ownership of your Windows Case -- in order to obtain the fastest
resolution to your issue.My working hours are 0700 to 1530 PST and I can be
contacted via e-mail at:v-6danak@mssupport.microsoft.com
If you have any feedback regarding Microsoft support, we would be glad to hear from you.
If you would feel more comfortable speaking with someone else regarding my service,
Seth,my manager, would be very happy to hear your comments and suggestions.
You may reach my manager by sending an email to managers@mssupport.microsoft.com
Thank you for contacting Microsoft Windows Technical Support.
Sincerely,
Dana W J Kerr
v-6danak@mssupport.microsoft.com
0700 to 1530 PST
*When replying, please include your case number, name, email address and phone number.Thank you.*
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Ano. Did you burn it as a disk image?
Is there only one file in the DVD you burnt? :rolleyes:
Care to post a screenshot of the DVD contents?
I used Windows Explorer to burn files to DVD.
I got the files from microsoft the same way you see it on screenshot.
Came in a folder called "digital locker Downloads\Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium UPGRADE\Vista"
Size 2.52GB
How do I burn it as an image.
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Hi,
This is Dana , with Microsoft Windows Technical Support.
It was my pleasure to work with you on your Windows case ************.
Unfortunately, we were unable to resolve your issue. However, I hope
that you were satisfied with the service provided to you.
I will archive the case as Not-Resolved.If you are not very satisfied with
the support we've provided please let us know as soon as possible. My goal
is to ensure that your experience with Microsoft Windows Technical Support
leaves you very satisfied with our products and services.
Here is a summary of the key points of the case for your records:
Action:
*******
Tried to boot from CD
Result:
*******
was not given option to boot from dvd
Cause:
******
downloaded version does not have option to boot from DVD
Resolution:
***********
Educated the customer that he would not be able to boot from the DVD
If you have any feedback regarding Microsoft support, we would be glad to hear
from you.If you would feel more comfortable speaking with someone else regarding
my service, Seth ,my manager, would be very happy to hear your
comments and suggestions.You may reach my manager by sending an email to
managers@mssupport.microsoft.com
Thank you for contacting Microsoft Windows Technical Support.
Sincerely,
Dana W J Kerr
v-6danak@mssupport.microsoft.com
0700 to 1530
*When replying, please include your case number, name, email address and phone number.Thank you.*