Windows 8 Support

[maz 33]

Hi,
I'm getting this same error when Setup.exe attempts to launch the Win 8.1 installation from the DVD. I can't proceed with the installation as it says that autorun.dll cannot be loaded. Do I need a new version of msvcrt.dll? I'm trying to install Win 8.1 on a lap top with Win XP SP3 installed. Why wouldn't the install disk have its own copy of msvcrt.dll to avoid conflicts with old dlls? Thanks.

[shhnedo]

Please don't tell me you're trying to start a windows installation through the .exe file on the dvd under windows.
You have to reboot the machine, set it up so it boots from your optical drive first(or from a usb device if you're using a flash stick), boot from the respective device and start the installation from there(the way it's meant to be done).

[Vasudev]

I think mazz33 is trying to do upgrade install from xp to 8.1. Well I'm sorry to say mazz33 you've to do a clean install. Be sure to backup your data & proceed to install windows.

[maz 33]

Yes, I do like what he says Vasudev
Why this error occurs

[Vasudev]

are you using a desktop or laptop?
First change the boot device sequence in bios to dvd drive then insert win 8 dvd and follow on-screen instructions.
For changing boot sequence use this guide: Guide

[nazutokun]

Can you check the download link please  Cant download from Rapidgator and Uploaded  thank you

[xandor]

64-bit: iso file not good.

[x0r]

64-bit: iso file not good.

yes, the January windows 8.1 64-bit isn't booting.
windows boot tool and rufus have been tried, the files get transferred but the flash disk isn't bootable.

[scarface]

If the file install.wim is not corrupted in the iso, try to put another boot.wim...it's just a suggestion.

[humbert]

Pardon my ignorance but what are wim files all about? On my drive C:  there is a directory called "recovery" with a large .wim file inside it. I don't know why it's there - my system is configured for NO restore points and don't use any of Windows backup or recover "features". I boot from USB and create an Acronis image every few days. Doing this has saved my life on a few occasions.