Failed Fresh Install of Vista Ultimate 64

[katoman1932]

Vista 64 bit Failed Install on Rampage Extreme

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I have a new build: ASUS Rampage Extreme motherboard, BIOS 801, HIS Hitech Radeon 4870 video card, Intel CPU E8600, WD VelociRaptor HD's, LG DVD burner, mushkin SDRAM DDR3 memory. This is a "fresh" install and not an upgrade of Vista Ultimate 64. The system contains no operating system and no software.

NONE of the components that require updated x64 bit drivers have drivers [video card and DVD burner]. BOTH of these components HAVE been recognized by the Rampage Extreme BIOS.

After the successful installation of the BIOS the next step was the installation of the Vista Ultimate x64 bit operating system; it is the most recent version of Ultimate and includes the SP1 package. The first two efforts failed and the "blue screen of death" advised me that several of my components were either not compatable with Vista or needed to be updated with the most recent x64 bit drivers.

After the second failure I attempted to install Vista in Safe Mode. This time I was encouraged as a black screen appeared and it indicated that SP1 was being installed from the Vista Ultimate DVD. This also failed with the "blue screen of death" pronouncing the same need for drivers OR removing the components.

I cannot remove the DVD drive because I need it for the Ultimate DVD.

I cannot remove the video card because if need it to read the monitor.

I cannot install the updated x64 drivers because I cannot get into the operating system to download and install them

I pray that someone more knowledgeable than I in the forum can guide me or direct me to a source for assistance.

:banghead::

 

[Rastalovich]

Test ur memory m8, u can use the Vista install DVD to do it, or atleast set all ur bios settings to default, and try installing again.

Memory will screw things up and report wrong things to everything.

If u have upd8d the bios, it should be cleared and defaults loaded, b4 u go any further in all cases.

 

[katoman1932]

Failed Install Update

I have updated my BIOS to the most recent version [801] from the previous version [701].

This morning I will return to my BIOS and set all settings to [Auto] per your suggestion.

Two of my clean install efforts have enabled me to reach the screen in which I enter my product key as well as the next screen where I am offered the opportunity to either "Install" or "Repair" my computer components. At this point I have inserted the DVD for the only component that I have installed on the ASUS Rampage Extreme motherboard that would require a driver -- the HIS video card. When this DVD is placed in my DVD drive bay and is searched for relevant drivers the screen indicates "No appropriate drivers found."

Following this screen [Gathering Information] I have been enabled to progress to the screen that indicates that the operating system is being installed and that the computer may restart several times during the process.

The next screen is the Blue Screen of Death. It suggest that, if this is not my first time seeing this screen, I should remove any new components added to my computer and restart the computer in Safe Mode by pressing F8.

By the way, this is not my first installation of Vista Ultimate 64. The machine I am utilizing at the moment has Vista Ultimate 32 and I did the installation myself.

In the event I am unable to succeed today I will turn the mater over to my excellent local computer guru who has always come to my rescue!

The whole intent of this new build was to keep my 77 year old mind active and end up with an awesome gaming machine. I have been 75% successful. Needless to say I am disappointed in myself for failing in the most critical 25% -- installation of the Vista OS.

A final thought. I may try vLite as an aide in the process OR attempt to install the Linus version "Ubutu."

Again gentlemen I apologize for not being clear that this is a FRESH install on a NEW BUILD. This build has no operating system.

Many thanks for your valuable time.

**** Brown

 

[Rastalovich]

Hmmm, with 'issues' I'm not sure I'd just change settings to AUTO, I think I'd use the BIOS option to load defaults. Generally this will involve a different kind of startup for the BIOS the next time around.

 

[MeltedDuron]

all graphics cards should work with vista using standard VGA drivers. if you have a SATA dvd drive, that sounds like it could be a problem. If you can, try setting "SATA Mode" or whatever it is, to IDE, so your drives appear as standard disks to vista. You might also have a "bad" "100% Genuine" DVD. If possible try installing without SP1, and install SP1 after you have the OS set up. Let us know how it goes.

Alex

 

[katoman1932]

Thank you for your quick response. Do you have any additional thoughts after reading my ammendment to my original post? If push comes to shove I can take it to my computer guru BUT I truly love the challenge of the install!

 

[katoman1932]

Rastalovich and Alex,

Thank you both for your feedback. I have copied and saved your suggestions and will begin my work as soon as I post this.

Best regards,

****

 

[JN]

Would you be able to list the specs of the system you've put together? Depending on what memory you've chosen for your system I'd be inclined to ask you to increase the memory voltage in the BIOS a new notches (maybe set it to 1.8v or something like that).

In my experience most BSOD's that occur during the installation of Windows are down to unstable hardware (overclocked CPU's or undervolted components). Of course there are exceptions, for example I had the same thing when my sound card was hanging out the PCI slot a bit too much.

Maybe even try plugging your Hard disk(s) into the Orange SATA ports. Vista refused to install on my ASUS P5Q unless I had my Raptor hard disks installed in orange ports.

 

[katoman1932]

Would you be able to list the specs of the system you've put together? Depending on what memory you've chosen for your system I'd be inclined to ask you to increase the memory voltage in the BIOS a new notches (maybe set it to 1.8v or something like that).

In my experience most BSOD's that occur during the installation of Windows are down to unstable hardware (overclocked CPU's or undervolted components). Of course there are exceptions, for example I had the same thing when my sound card was hanging out the PCI slot a bit too much.

Maybe even try plugging your Hard disk(s) into the Orange SATA ports. Vista refused to install on my ASUS P5Q unless I had my Raptor hard disks installed in orange ports.

Jim,

Thanks for the suggestion. I will add it to the others and try them out today.

Katoman1932

 

[katoman1932]

Would you be able to list the specs of the system you've put together? Depending on what memory you've chosen for your system I'd be inclined to ask you to increase the memory voltage in the BIOS a new notches (maybe set it to 1.8v or something like that).

In my experience most BSOD's that occur during the installation of Windows are down to unstable hardware (overclocked CPU's or undervolted components). Of course there are exceptions, for example I had the same thing when my sound card was hanging out the PCI slot a bit too much.

Maybe even try plugging your Hard disk(s) into the Orange SATA ports. Vista refused to install on my ASUS P5Q unless I had my Raptor hard disks installed in orange ports.

I have a new build: ASUS Rampage Extreme motherboard, BIOS 801, HIS Hitech Radeon 4870 video card, Intel CPU E8600, WD VelociRaptor HD's, LG DVD burner, mushkin SDRAM DDR3 memory. This is a "fresh" install and not an upgrade of Vista Ultimate 64. The system contains no operating system and no software.

 

[JN]

I have a new build: ASUS Rampage Extreme motherboard, BIOS 801, HIS Hitech Radeon 4870 video card, Intel CPU E8600, WD VelociRaptor HD's, LG DVD burner, mushkin SDRAM DDR3 memory. This is a "fresh" install and not an upgrade of Vista Ultimate 64. The system contains no operating system and no software.

Oops sorry, I have no idea how I missed that first paragraph in your initial post. haha.

Are you running your Velociraptors in RAID?

 

[katoman1932]

I wanted to set them up in RAID but chose IDE. What do you suggest?

 

[JN]

I wanted to set them up in RAID but chose IDE. What do you suggest?

I think IDE is the best place to start, especially if you are having problems. Once you get past this install hurdle then maybe consider RAID if you're really after top-end speed.

 

[katoman1932]

Yes, that was my intent. I would REALLY like to get the OS working! I will keep you all posted.

 

[katoman1932]

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Greetings everyone. I have decided to utilize the services of the best professional computer wizared in Southern Pennsylvania. This new computer build was to have been mind expanding and fun. The mind expanding was there but after four 8 hour days of failed Vista installation it was no longer fun.

I thank you one and all for your efforts on my behalf. When I get my computer back next week I will bring you up to date.

Katoman1932:worship:

 

[SwaleSmith]

if your using 4gb of memory drop it back to 2gb and retry, I had this problem with vista 64bit and this is the solution.