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  1. To install an older Windows operating system on a computer running Windows Vista, use the following procedure. Install the previous version of Windows, e.g. XP or 2000 Log on to the older operating system and restore the latest boot manager by running the following. bootsect.exe -NT60 All bootsect.exe might be in your boot folder of active partition. If not there, then it's on your Vista DVD in boot folder. Create a BCD entry for the older operating system by specifying the following. Bcdedit.exe is located in the \Windows\System32 directory of the Windows Vista partition. Description is the description of the new entry for the older operating system. Bcdedit /create {le…

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  2. Started by NIM,

    Clean Windows Vista Install - No Activation needed { for OEM versions only } I am just googling for some one and I have found a nice tutorial for Windows Vista User. So I have decided to share with you. What you need! Activation Backup & Restore Program (2.2mb) Windows Upgrade Anytime DVD or retail vista DVD Recovery DVD(s) for your computer USB Flash drive, external hard drive, or second internal hard drive Device Drivers for your computer The best place to find the most up to date drivers is the support or download area of your computer manufacturer's website. You will need drivers for your display, network card, wireless card, touchpad or mouse, chipset, mode…

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  3. Can you answer me the following questions: 1. It is possible to get rid of random BSODs when using Windows Vista on AMD Ryzen? 2. It is possible to fix Haswell+ issues on Windows Vista? 3. It is possible to install Windows Vista on UEFI-only PCs by using methods like VgaShim, UefiSeven, disabling VGA method, FlashBoot Pro, etc? 4. Does there is USB 3.0 and NVMe drivers for Vista? 5. Does there is a patched ACPI.sys if you get BSOD 0x000000A5? 6 (optional question). It is possible to add TRIM support into Vista? And last, but not least question: Does there is eMMC drivers for Windows Vista (…

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  4. Started by 2W10,

    Hi, I am trying to install Windows Vista on my Surface Pro 1. I installed it similarly to the way I installed Windows 7 shown here: However, I installed it in a VM first with the files on another partition, then force installed Intel HD 4000 Graphics drivers, and USB 3.0 drivers. When I deleted the Windows 7 partition, and booted it on my Surface Pro 1 with the FlashBootPro EFI files, it booted successfully into Vista (it played the startup sound), but it hung at a black screen, and I am unable to see the screen. I have even tried connecting it to an external monitor, and still nothing happened.

  5. Guest
    Started by Guest,

    like the title says I'm planning on buying a new computer an optiplex 7010 with windows vista and I was wondering what gpu would work best for it I onow the GTX 960 exists but are there better options? if anyone knows of a better gpu it would be much appreciated (also please no radeon)

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  6. Guest
    Started by Guest,

    will windows vista still be usable beyond 2023? with as much as ive seen drivers slowly disappear from compatibility and all programs not working anymore (even with extended kernel) I just don't know so my question is will it still be usable in 2023-beyond?

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  7. Just for those who wish to run Vista/W2k8 x86 on modern hardware.

  8. Started by Jacksit,

    Good morning I'm doing a job and I need an ISO of Windows Vista x86 and x64 Bits does anyone have to make available? Thanks!

  9. Started by Лев115,

    where can I download Vista Update Toolkit ?

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  10. Started by The Navigator,

    Hi folks, does anyone have any idea where I can find Vista Update Toolkit 1.8.4?? I've been using a tutorial to try and educate myself in the world of windows modding and I really need this version to stick to the tutorial! Any help would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks. Nav. :icon_cool:

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  11. Started by MAXtoriX,

    Cancelled

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  12. Started by Falo,

    Hi I have two Vista computers and no Vista disc (never got one). Stickers on the backside of the computers with serial. Do anybody know where to download Vista SP2 (swedish) x86 or x64 has the same serial I think so best would be x64 regards Falo

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  13. Hello all, I am looking to slipstream vista sp2 into my existing iso. I have tried all other programs including vlite but I am unsuccessful win tool kit is my last hope. I have set up my own computer repair business and am building up All in One operating systems. I have successfully made a Win7 x86 and x64 iso with all versions and updated it with all latest updates and from this site integrated framework 4.5 with the help of abbodi1406 post. The Vista install ISO I am using has all versions for x86 with SP1. You enter the serial for the required version and it installs it appropriately making it invaluable for fixing clients computers or as I have recently started …

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  14. Started by CarlJ,

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  15. Started by malcolmx,

    Hello, when I put x86 and x64 version of Vista SP2 together in one WIM and the run the installer it becomes extremely slow when comes to accept eula, define partitions or chose which edition I want to install. I came across that problem few years back when made such AIO using command prompts only for integration, recently I did the same using WIM manager from winToolkit. Does anybody recognizes any possible soltion or at least cause of this problem? It's quite common according to my knowledge

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  16. Started by mesmer,

    Hello. I have integrated the SP1 and SP2 to windows vista using the steps in a tutorial of this website. But I have problems to create the recovery disk (recdisc.exe), when I boot with an error that is not the same version and can not continue. Any idea?

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  17. Started by kktheflyingscotsman,

    Hi, i had to reinstall windows vista but unfortunately the boot up screen comes up "press f1 for startup " or "delete to enter setup" which takes me into the bios system. Anybody know how i can change this so my startup is normal???

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  18. Started by lewis,

    i want to upgrade to ultimate i have a legal copy of home pre already on my desktop will i lose my act. rights i put it back on if i don't like ultimate or can i just reinstall home pre back on my desktop or do have to get new product key for home pre thanks

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  19. Started by Sterlin,

    I have created an autounattend.xml file for my all-in-one Vista SP2 disk and it seems to work nicely, except that the installation slows to a CRAWL once it asks for the product key. Typically I set it up so if I don't enter the key, it will ask which version, which occurs but at a snail's pace. The installation proceeds at a normal rate without the XML file. WinSIM says the XML file is all good... it is attached... any help would be appreciated! Autounattend.xml

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  20. Started by xjch18,

    Please make a program that will enable Dreamscene to work in windows xp! Your desktop background comes to life with Windows DreamScene. When you download this Ultimate Extra, you can select a video for your desktop background the same way you select a stationary picture. You can choose one of the high-quality looping videos that we

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  21. Today Microsoft has released Microsoft Windows Vista and Server 2008 Service pack 2. SP2 is an update to Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista that incorporates improvements discovered through automated feedback, as well as updates that have been delivered since SP1. By providing these fixes integrated into a single service pack for both client and server, Microsoft provides a single high-quality update that minimizes deployment and testing complexity for customers. Note:- Service Pack 1 is a prerequisite for installing Service Pack 2. Please make sure that your system is running Service Pack 1 before you install Service Pack 2. Its a standalone installer and available fo…

  22. My sister in-law has forgotten her password. Is there a way to reset it without using a rescue CD? If not, what rescue CD do you recommend? Thanks Her account is the Admin Account so it can't be changed through Safe Mode

  23. Anyone get any errors from the 4-12-2011 Microsoft updates? I've installed all updates except for KB2491683. I am getting a 800fo900 error from just this one update. I thought Microsoft had it stuff together with these updates. I used to get update errors from Win 98, and Win XP. But never from Vista 32. I did all virus scans, I even downloaded the update by itself. Same error. 800fo900 error.

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  24. Started by Artanis.ro,

    Is there a dual boot application for Windows (prefferably Vista) that could enable me to boot Windows and Linux? I use dual boot on one of my laptops (grub) and I don't like it very much because is more compatible with the linux environment (obviously, being his) and less compatible with my Windows Vista installation. My second question regards my primary laptop on which I have installed Windows Vista Enterprise with Encryption. I want to create a image of this installation. Unfortunately I wasn't able to find any application that creates images of encrypted images or drives. Does some know any backup applications that support this feature? Thank you

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  25. Started by keeny,

    hi peeps. im new to the site an i hope i haven't posted this in the wrong place. i have a lot of home movies of my children on dvd and decided to pep them up a bit using nero encoder. when i go to the folder where the mp4 files are i can only see 6 out of the 20 clips thumbnail images. the others just come up with the vlc logo. i have tried the registry hotfix, changing the player default programs, re-encoding the files, going through the folder options, updating nero, going through control pannels folder options, moving them all to a another folder and none of them didnt work. i just cant get my head round the fact that i can see 6 of the files and not the rest. all …

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