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Why is Windows Vista not downloading files after the "Press any key to boot from CD or DVD" prompt?

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Did you press any keys? If you did, you've lost all your setup settings and it reset the setup. Next time, make sure you don't press any keys and let the 5 seconds timeout.

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So when I got everything in and stuff and it resets, do I let it reset itself, or do I have to hit the Restart Now button?

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Restart Now is recommended if you don't want to wait, but it will restart on its own.

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Will Windows Vista work properly in a 64 bit system?

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Yes, Windows Vista will support 64 bit. You can try this on a 64 bit computer.

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I bought my CD from eBay, and it didn't come with a product key. What do I do?

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If you have the CD, you shouldn't have to enter a product key. All you have to do is insert the disc, then set it up.

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How long does it take to install Windows Vista?

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It depends on the hardware inside your computer. For some, it might take 30 minutes to an hour.

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Bought Vista Home Premium on eBay. The message was: "This copy of windows not genuine". No internet connection and can't load USB adapter.

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The seller most likely sold you a pirated version of Windows. Demand a refund and try to find a genuine one. If necessary, report the seller to eBay as well.

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