I just downloaded file "w2k3sp1_1218_usa_x64fre_pro.iso". It says that the file must be burned to a CD. I haved used Roxio 7 and Nero 5 but both CDs cannot be used to install Windows XP Pro x64.

What am I missing?

BobbyB

sorry, discussion about illegal software is not allowed on this forum. some moderator will close this thread.

about your problem, well let me suggest you downloaded a fake

ps: welcome to msfn

What are you talking about, illegal software. The file is Windows XP Pro x64 Beta.

BobbyB

That is not the install ISO... you downloaded SP1 for Win2k3 X64

I'm sorry to say guys but that an't warez nor is it the incorrect iso

I got that exact iso image from the microsoft site on 16/12/04.

You must first run the program to extract the contents, then burn that image to cd.

Are you just burning the ISO to a CD?

If so, that's the problem.

You need to create a Cd from the ISO. In Nero they call it something like create disk from image.

It is not warez and it is the right ISO.

@jondercik

There is no program to run, it's just an ISO or an image of an install CD. All he needs to do is create a CD from that image (ISO).

mmm i'm not that sure... it could be perfectly win2k3 64bit sp1 slipstreamed... all of you know what happen with those donkey net files.

to be sure compare the file size with the one located on microsoft server, 501.89M.

there are 3 files with that exact name and different sizes, maybe 1 of them is what you downloaded and what is causing problems so open that file with WinISO or mount it with Daemon-Tools and take a look at the files inside...

if it's correct size and contents then sorry

I guess I'm stupid but I still don't understand.

jonderik: You state: You must first run the program to extract the contents. What program?

GeOph: You state: In Nero, they call it something like "Create disk from image". I don't find that option in my Nero 5. Should have Nero 6?

Everything I find in Nero is to create a a image. I already have a image file. I need to reverse things, (like unzip).

If you are running windows XP, just right click the file, and select openwith

then point the wizard to Nero. If nero isn't in the menu, then click browse and point it to the "C:\Program Files\Ahead\Nero\nero.exe" file

once nero opens the file, it bring up the burn cd dialogue box

I'm sure you'll know how to proceed from there.

BTW, driver support as well as software support of 64 bit operating systems is horrible, so I wouldn't bother trying to use this as an operating system at this point.

ZoneAlarm won't work, and I'd have doubts as to whether Norton will either.

Good luck finding audio drivers as well, so far the only drivers I've seen for Asus boards are network drivers in 64 bit architecture

BobbyB, In Nero this is the option that you need. Just open the ISO image like this and burn it. It is a bootable cd. BTW- I've tried it and its c*** so far.

I just downloaded file "w2k3sp1_1218_usa_x64fre_pro.iso".  It says that the file must be burned to a CD. I haved used Roxio 7 and Nero 5 but both CDs cannot be used to install Windows XP Pro x64.

What am I missing?

BobbyB

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You may try MagicISO, I have done with it. It is a good ISO burner.

How are you trying to install it? You need to do a complete reinstall to use the betas.

You must restart the computer and boot off the CD. You cannot install the Windows XP x64 Beta from WITHIN Windows itself, you must boot off the CD.

I guess I'm stupid but I still don't understand.

jonderik: You state: You must first run the program to extract the contents. What program?

GeOph: You state: In Nero, they call it something like "Create disk from image". I don't find that option in my Nero 5.  Should have Nero 6?

Everything I find in Nero is to create a a image.  I already have a image file. I need to reverse things, (like unzip).

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In Nero, just go file-->Open and browse to the ISO file. Nero will prompt you to insert a blank CD and it will burn it properly for you. In the FileType dialog you will have to click the drop-down and select the line item that lists *.ISO.

As an alternative, you could double-click the ISO (assuming it isn't associated with something already) and select Nero as the program you want to use to open it with.

Jason

what i would use this for is for testing so you get a good idea of what xp 64x is,you can't run 16 bit programs on it but 32 bit and future 64 bit,go here for 64 bit info: http://www.planetamd64.com it might have drivers for you