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vista bootable dvd

Jun 28, 2006 8:18PM PDT

Is the down loaded 64 bit ISO file bootable when you Burn it or do you have to make a bootable dvd with the Burn software?

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It is an .ISO image...
Jun 29, 2006 1:29AM PDT

all you have to do is burn it as .ISO image with softare like Nero burning, Alcohol120%, etc...

Hope this help

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Boot Disc
Jun 30, 2006 5:00AM PDT

Your ISO disc will start from a cold start or you can run it to upgrade without losing everything if you start the disc in windows.. I can't run it yet until I do these couple things. Dump AVG Free edition (wonder if the paid one runs. lol) . New drivers for my Promise SAT 378(tm) IDE Controller. can't get on the net without new 1394 Net Adapter drivers. My Lexmark X1100 will need drivers Nero Image Drive will needs upgraded, Power DVD won't work CATALYST Control Center won't work, RESTART Runtime, I don't know what that is and above All HELP won't work. So do I bother maybe. I will dump the programs I don't need and try again. also search for Drivers. I also have my Linux Disc if all else fails... So if you Burn't a DVD you should be able to start it .. DON't worry it will check your system on before allowing you to Install. Good Luck..

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Vista ISO
Apr 10, 2007 5:51AM PDT

How do you get the 64-bit Vista ISO? I'm also trying to make a bootable Clone DVD.

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You purchase a copy of Vista...
Apr 11, 2007 2:00PM PDT

If you are an MSDN, Technet, etc subscriber you may be eligible to download the ISO. Aside from that, you'll have to purchase a copy of Vista and, if it is a 32-bit version, request Microsoft send you a 64-bit version DVD at the cost of S&H.

John


P.S. What are you trying to make a clone DVD of, and why?

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Reply
Apr 11, 2007 2:43PM PDT

Just cloning the Hard Drive with a fresh install of Vista with all the settings, enhancements, etc. so I all I have to do is just transfer it over if I need a reinstall without spending a few hours resetting everything. Found a great program to do it on a boot disk automatically at C/net. True Image, 15 day trial though, but I only need 1 day to make it.

Thanks,
Shawn

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additional
Apr 11, 2007 2:46PM PDT

And yes I paid for the copy of Vista. Not a rip-off.

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Beware that 15 day trial.
Jun 27, 2007 10:06PM PDT

From what one member posted they began to flame when they learned the 15 day trial includes the use of the restore feature...

Don't get surprised about this.

Bob