The download mentioned in post #1 seems to be an iso. This is a DVD image file and must be burned to a DVD-R using Imgburn or similar. I think that method is aimed at IT professionals who need to update many systems. Most pc users get SP1 via Windows updates, although I guess the DVD method should also work for you. This is for info only, and I suggest you don't use the DVD method just yet, but follow NoelDP's instructions.
badcrc hit the nail on the head - the download is primarily for IT techs, rather than single users. It contains all the files required for both 64-bit and 32-bit installs and 5 languages!
However, it's certainly worth a try, and sometimes does work where the WU option fails - it may also give us useful data if it does fail.
The file you downloaded IS an ISO file - and must be burnt to disk before use - however, there is an executable download which will work, on the same page... but the MS site appears to be down at the moment.
I'll try and find a direct link to the download you need (SP1 French for x64)
Hi,
indeed I tried to install SP1 from the download center according to Microsoft instructions (Learn how to install Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)), first
- "Windows Update".... but it didn't work with my laptop, so I tried the 2nd suggestion :
- "Downloading SP1 from the Microsoft website"
I followed the "http://www.microsoft.com/fr-fr/download/details.aspx?id=5842" instructions, and arrived on this page : Download Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (KB976932) from Official Microsoft Download Center
I downloaded the 1st choice (the iso pkg).... I agree with you, this is not what I need...and I don't think that the .msi packages is of any use either...
Indeed, according to install instructions on this page (Download Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (KB976932) from Official Microsoft Download Center), I should dowload and install : windows6.1-KB976932-X64.exe [according to microsoft, this application installs Sp1 to a 64-bit machine running Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2], but I'm unable to find it ...
I'm gonna wait further instructions from NoelDP.
Regards
ooops....
I was able to find it (the windows6.1-KB976932-X64.exe)... down the list(after the .msi packages)...
currently downloading it ... I'll exexuteit. i'll let you know .
thks
Alain
installed the SP1 package this morning. It succeeded! :)
sorry for the inconvenience... not being able to scroll down in order to find the correct package.
Thanks for your support
Regards
Alain
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