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re: The Windows Home Server Team is now blogging

Nick White — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 04:11:48 GMT

Hey BwanaBob: you're better off seeking support via the public newsgroups, as we're not equipped to provide it here on the blog. Best of luck.

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BwanaBob — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 00:20:53 GMT

New computer replaced my main home desktop but MANY roadblocks. Netgear WGR614v6 wi-fi router won't connect me to the internet correctly. I loaded Avast anti-virus, but the McAfee bundled with my Dell 520 can't be "disabled"/uninstalled. Meantime, trying to use the "Vista demos" fails (because I'm not internet connected?) It's running me in circles.

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smithsj — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 21:37:17 GMT

Hmm. SteveG's comment sounds similar to my situation, although Newscientist2000's comments don't help. I have a new laptop with Vista Home Premium on it. I, too, cannot get broadband. I, however have a modem from my ISP, using the ethernet port. I have to exchange the router I bought, as it is imcompatible with Vista, but the ISOP told me to call Toshiba and work with them to get over the Error 815. I might just get Best Buy's G-squad over and have them work with the ISP/Toshiba directly.

Any ideas that I should try out? Thanks..

re: The Windows Home Server Team is now blogging

newscientist2000 — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 06:42:24 GMT

Also for those who are interested in Windows Home Server, Beta 2 has now been Released & you can signup here

http://connect.microsoft.com/WindowsHomeServer

according to http://www.neowin.net/

re: The Windows Home Server Team is now blogging

newscientist2000 — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 06:39:50 GMT

Sorry to here about your troubles SteveG, it sounds like the problem is that your modem is connected via a USB port not an ethernet port? And hence it needs a USB driver and so wont work with Vista right?

You could first try downloading the XP driver for your modem from here,

http://www.speedtouch.co.uk/codepages/content3.asp?c=7&ProductID=471

create a system restore point first to be safe, then install the driver and see if that works..

If that fails you could buy a ethernet modem, assuming your PC has an ethernet port you can use that. Ethernet modems are more reliable than USB modems, infact maybe your provider could swap your USB modem for an Ethernet modem for free?

Or you could buy a router.

In any event check the return policy of the store you buy the kit from, they may allow a return/refund if it does not work! Of course if your in the UK, and not the USA that may not be the case as the UK has real bad customer service... I know as Im British. Argos may work for returns.

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SteveG — Sat, 10 Feb 2007 17:58:07 GMT

Just bought new desktop with Vista Home Premium installed. Now unable to connect to broadband - error message 815. My service provider tell me my modem software (Speedtouch 330)is not yet compatible with Vista and that purchasing a router might enable me to connect.

My service provider have been unhelpful - they have a monopoly in my locality so I cannot switch

Am reluctant to invest unless I am sure it will solve the problem. My provider cannot guarantee this is the solution. Will I need any other kit?

Has anyone else come across this and what type of router will get me back on line?

re: The Windows Home Server Team is now blogging

Nick White — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 16:20:07 GMT

Hey oldguy28: information on WinHlp32.exe is located at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/917607, wherein it's mentioned that "the download for Windows Help is still in development. It will be available in time for the consumer release of Windows Vista". It would appear that the download is not yet ready but when it is, it should be available via Windows Update.

re: The Windows Home Server Team is now blogging

Nick White — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 16:16:52 GMT

Hey billyboy: I'd suggest performing a clean installation on your system and not entering the product key until after you've completed the installation -- perhaps this work-around will do the trick. Good luck.

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Nick White — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 15:26:54 GMT

Hey fcs25: there are work-arounds to this situation posted on the Web. Some are even mentiuned in the comments on this blog.

re: The Windows Home Server Team is now blogging

Nick White — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 15:23:54 GMT

Hey Simon: not sure where you're getting your information, but it's entirely and categorically false. Not to mention that such a move would run counter to everything MS has managed to construct in the past 30 years.

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newscientist2000 — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 03:08:51 GMT

In reply to TSB the link for Dells Vista Express Upgrade is here

http://www.dell.com/content/topics/global.aspx/solutions/en/winvista?c=us&cs=&l=en&s=dhs

click on the using windows vista tab,

or more specifically go directly here

http://www.dellvistaupgrade.com

The upgrade paths will vary depending on your hardware vendor and what system you bought. The upgrade path from XP Professional is to Vista Bussiness I believe, if you got at least that then you could do a Windows anytime upgrade to Ultimate if you need the features of Ultimate.

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TSB — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 15:16:41 GMT

An Additional Note:

My new PC is a Dell and more specifically, my question is: Can one use their "Vista Express Upgrade" to get a copy of the Vista "Ultimate" version for a nominal price? It seems only fair, since I just forked out a bunch of dough for a new PC installed with the highest end operating system available, "Windows XP Professional". What is the cost and where can I go to get it?

I know I saw a schedule recently with all the Vista upgrade paths detailed out and their associated costs - I want to say it cost $59 per the article, but now I can't find the web site or the article - Please Help! Anyone ???

Thanks!

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fcs25 — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 14:18:59 GMT

Help I hope this is the correct place to post.I have called MS support and have received absolutely no help whatsoever.I tried to do an upgrade to vista home basic from my windows xp and it would not do so.Instead it did a clean install and now my product key will not activate windows.It states that this key is for an upgrade not a clean install.I have called MS and have received nothing but a run around.Any help will be appreciated.

My email if you would like to email me is fcs25@hotmail.com

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TSB — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 14:15:52 GMT

I recently purchased a new PC with XP Pro installed. I am entitled to the "Vista Express Upgrade", but I want the "Ultimate" version with all the bells and whistles! I just spent a whole lot of $'s for my Vista ready machine and am willing to spend a couple of extra bucks for the Ultimate version, but I haven't been able to locate an upgrade path to this version, only to Vista Business. ( I don't feel I should have to spend any more $'s than necessary to accomplish this task ). I use this PC for home and business and it needs an operating system that will function as such. Please help!!!! Surely I'm not the first person to ask this question ???

Yes, Mr. White, I would love to have a job similar to yours - do you have any openings? Seriously, I am looking.

Please respond. I would like to make a Vista product purchase decision ASAP - before all these stories about upgrade prolems scare me away... Thanks !