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Windows Vista: Released Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone
- 5/26/09 8:31 AM
Released Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone
by Donna Buenaventura - 5/26/09 8:31 AM
Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone (KB948465)
Service Pack 2 for Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista (SP2) is an update to Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 that supports new kinds of hardware and emerging hardware standards, and includes all updates delivered since SP1. SP2 simplifies administration by enabling IT administrators to deploy and support a single service pack for clients and servers. Please see the Windows Server SP2/Windows Vista SP2 page on TechNet/MSDN for additional details and documentation.
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.
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.
Note: Windows Server 2008 released with Service Pack 1 included. Windows Vista SP1 information and downloads can be found on the Windows Vista SP1 TechNet page.
File Name: Windows6.0-KB948465-X86.exe
Version: 948465
Knowledge Base (KB) Articles: KB948465
Date Published: 5/25/2009
Language: English
Download Size: 348.3 MB
Estimated Download Time: 14 hr 10 min 56K
System Requirements
Supported Operating Systems: Windows Server 2008; Windows Vista
Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista
Download from Microsoft Download Center or wait until it is offered to you in Windows Update.
Download:
Vista 32-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=a4dd31d5-f907-4406-9012-a5c3199ea2b3&DisplayLang=en
Vista 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=656c9d4a-55ec-4972-a0d7-b1a6fedf51a7
Vista ia64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=e890b3cf-972b-483f-a2ff-03f6aefac6f8
If you prefer to download the ISO format, get it at:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=9f073285-b6ef-4297-85ce-f4463d06d6cb
NOTE: It's recommended to get the Service Pack 2 for Vista using Windows Update. The above is for people who want to deploy the new service pack in more than one computer or would like to have it soon. There is no difference other than the file size of the download.
If you decide to install Vista SP2 now, please backup the system prior installing a new Service Pack.
** Information about Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista and for Windows Server 2008
** Technet page for Vista SP2
** Release Notes for Windows Vista SP2
** Hot Fixes and Security Updates in Windows Server 2008 SP2/Windows Vista SP2
** Notable Changes in Windows Server 2008 SP2/Windows Vista SP2
Important and additional information
by Donna Buenaventura - 5/26/09 9:56 AM
In reply to: Released Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone by Donna Buenaventura
Please read the KB article:
KB969707: Programs that are known to experience a loss of functionality after you install Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista or for Windows Server 2008: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/969707
Always check with the vendor of your program, if they are now supporting Service Pack 2 of Windows Vista. Do not install Vista SP2 unless you get confirmation that their product will run properly in Vista SP2.
If you need support with Service Pack 2, visit the support page: Support for Vista SP2
Note that Windows Update will not offer Windows Vista Service Pack 2, if you do not have Vista Service Pack 1.
Be weary of install!
by WilBen1 - 6/5/09 10:37 PM In reply to: Released Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone by Donna Buenaventura
The first system that I installed Service Pack 2 lost the internet connection. This was not some third party software problem, but something Microsoft should have anticipated. Take care, and know how to set up your internet before installing.
Just a note...
by John.Wilkinson - 6/6/09 8:44 AM
In reply to: Be weary of install! by WilBen1
The installation does not begin until the entire service pack has been downloaded, and all changes made should be automatically reversed should the installation fail at any point. Thus, losing the connection may be inconvenient and force you to restart the download, but should not negatively affect your computer.
John
Maybe I wasn't precise.
by WilBen1 - 6/6/09 6:31 PM In reply to: Just a note... by John.Wilkinson
I'm not talking about the connection being lost while downloading I'm talking about not having a viable internet connection after the install. After the install and after rebooting I could not connect to the internet. The install deleted all my internet connections so that I could not connect after the install. Had to set them up again.
Vista Service pack 2 downloads but cannot be installed
by earth43 - 6/10/09 6:33 AM In reply to: Released Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone by Donna Buenaventura
Twice on 6/8/09 I used Windows Update to download the almost 400MB installation package. Each time I am informed it was successful but then the actual installation is found to be faulty and my system reverts. Never had this problem with Windows Updates before. My system seems clean of malware. Using Vista Home Premium with 3G of RAM, Webroot Antivirus, Threatfire, ZoneAlarm Firewall. Anybody else having this problem? Any suggestions? Thanks.
Two suggestions...
by John.Wilkinson - 6/10/09 10:10 AM
In reply to: Vista Service pack 2 downloads but cannot be installed by earth43
1.) Download the standalone SP2 installer linked to in Donna's post, rather than using Windows Update, and then close out of all unnecessary, running programs (including Webroot, Threatfire, your browser, et cetera) before beginning the installation/upgrade. Disconnecting unnecessary devices, such as printers, routers, et cetera can also increase the chances of success.
2.) As this is a Windows Update/SP2 installation issue, you are entitled to free technical support from Microsoft, regardless of current warranty status. Given their abilities to better troubleshoot such issues using their own diagnostic tools, I recommend that you click here to begin a new support incident.
Good luck.
John
Possible SP2 install remedy
by rpeek2 - 8/14/09 6:12 PM In reply to: Vista Service pack 2 downloads but cannot be installed by earth43I had a similar problem. It seems that windows had a lot of security updates, an internet explorer update, misc other system updates plus the sp2. For some unexplained reason windows likes to download everything but can only install certain items as a batch. I noticed that only a few at a time were being installed. It took several windows updates sessions before all was updated. On my system this is the way it worked out. As a suggestion, view the updates before you download them. Try to download like items as a batch. Download sp2 and any internet explorer stuff by themselves. Good luck...
SP1 trouble
by tinochan - 8/13/09 5:45 PM In reply to: Released Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone by Donna Buenaventura
"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."
Had lots of trouble installing Vista SP1.
Running Home Premium on Dell Inspiron Laptop,& Ultimate on desktop.
Kept up-to-day with all the "Important" Windows updates.
Downloaded SP1 from The Software Patch (www.softwarepatch.com)and installed on both PCs.
Both with the same result - Windows Activation was reset to 21 days.
Asked Dell help desk - was advised to avoid SP1 & wait for SP2.
What do you advise, now that SP1 is needed before SP2?
Desktop spec:
Motherboard: Gigabyte MA78G-DS3H (ATX) with on-board sound & graphic
CPU: AMD Athlon x2 6000
Case: SilverStone LC20 (only one can fit ATX mobo)
PSU: Corsair VX 450w
RAM: Corsair XMS DDR2 2X2G
HDD: 1TB WD (internal) $160, 1.5TB Seagate (E-Sata)
Optical: LG Blue Ray Combo
NAT: D-Link DWA_140 wireless N USB Adapter
Tried Downloading SP1 Directly From Microsoft?
by Grif Thomas - 8/15/09 10:45 AM
In reply to: SP1 trouble by tinochan
I'm not sure why you would want to download the full install from anyone from Microsoft.. But here's that link and once downloaded, burn it to a CD for later use when necessary:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=B0C7136D-5EBB-413B-89C9-CB3D06D12674&displaylang=en
After downloading the full install, be sure to clean up the computer completely before attempting the installation.. Uninstall any programs you don't use. Visit the Windows Update site and install all Critical Updates and verify whether you need any driver updates there as well.. If you do, instead of installing the driver updates offered by Microsoft, visit the hardware driver's website and download, then install their newest driver.. Many issues with the SP1 install were fixed with updated drivers..
Next, use a good antispyware program such as Malwarebytes or SuperAntispyware to scan the computer and remove any malware.. Use a good antivirus program to remove any viruses.. Clean out all Temp and Temporary Internet files on the computer.. Then run a full Disc Defrag and then run Error Checking/Chkdsk to optimize and prepar the hard drive.. After all of the above, restart the computer and temporarily disable all antivirus and antispyware programs from running, then run the SP1 installation program.
Hope this helps.
Grif
THANK UUU,,,,AND I THINK I DID---
by Crissie818 - 8/24/09 1:52 AM In reply to: Released Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone by Donna Buenaventura
ENTERNET EXSPLORER/WINDOWS VISTA WILL NOT LET ME KEEP E.E---????IT SHOWS BLOCKED.//DANGEROUSE??
You have a reply
by MarkFlax - 8/24/09 4:08 AM
In reply to: THANK UUU,,,,AND I THINK I DID--- by Crissie818
to your other post here;
http://forums.cnet.com/5208-12546_102-0.html?threadID=355794
Mark
32 bit or 64 Bit?
by cnbcaddict - 8/25/09 1:04 PM In reply to: Released Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone by Donna Buenaventura
How can I tell if I have a 32 or 64 bit machine? Kind of a simple question I know, but I am having trouble with it.
Thanks
Try this.
by MarkFlax - 8/25/09 1:08 PM
In reply to: 32 bit or 64 Bit? by cnbcaddict
Start button, All programs > Accessories > Welcome Center.
When the Welcome Center displays all it has, click on the link that says "View computer details".
Everything you need to know should be there, including "System type:"
Mark
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