Automatically resuming download of SP4

[null]

I am trying to download w2k SP4 (full version) but I'm currently stuck with
a dialup connection and an ISP which forces a disconnection after 2 hours.

I can get IE6 to resume the download but at the present speed it will take a
long time to get the whole SP4 file.

I can configure the DUN connection to redial immediately after a forced
disconnection, but it requires human intervention to tell IE6 to start
(resume) downloading again.

Is there a way to get IE 6 or an alternative bit of software to
*automatically* attempt a resume until the connection is re-established? I
could then leave my PC to download the whole thing overnight without having
to manually resume it every 2 hours.

Richard

 

[3c273]

Google for "Free Download Manager". HTH.
Louis

 

[Rob Stow]

I am trying to download w2k SP4 (full version) but I'm currently stuck with
a dialup connection and an ISP which forces a disconnection after 2 hours.

I can get IE6 to resume the download but at the present speed it will take a
long time to get the whole SP4 file.

I can configure the DUN connection to redial immediately after a forced
disconnection, but it requires human intervention to tell IE6 to start
(resume) downloading again.

Is there a way to get IE 6 or an alternative bit of software to
*automatically* attempt a resume until the connection is re-established? I
could then leave my PC to download the whole thing overnight without having
to manually resume it every 2 hours.

I used to use a download manager called "GetRight" that could
do what you need. Haven't used it for at least five years
because I haven't had to use dialup for a long time.

Be aware that I have heard that the free/trial version of it
is now loaded with ads. Find a version earlier than 4 if you
want a free or trial version that doesn't spam you.

Other download managers abound at the usual download sites
like Tucows and download.com. The reviews usually tell you
if they are adware.

 

[Rob Stow]

And consider simply going to MicroSoft's site and
ordering the service pack on a CD. I think the fee
is only $5.

 

[lforbes]

I am trying to download w2k SP4 (full version) but I'm
currently stuck with
a dialup connection and an ISP which forces a disconnection
after 2 hours.

I can get IE6 to resume the download but at the present speed
it will take a
long time to get the whole SP4 file.

I can configure the DUN connection to redial immediately after
a forced
disconnection, but it requires human intervention to tell IE6
to start
(resume) downloading again.

Is there a way to get IE 6 or an alternative bit of software
to
*automatically* attempt a resume until the connection is
re-established? I
could then leave my PC to download the whole thing overnight
without having
to manually resume it every 2 hours.

Richard

Hi,

Have you tried enabling automatic updates? Automatic Updates downloads
while you are online. The benefit of it is that it can download little
bits at a time and store it up until you have the entire set. It then
prompts you to install. I know with WinXP, the service packs are now
in Automatic Updates. However, I am not sure if this is the case with
SP4.

The other solution would be to order the CD from MS. You would have to
pay a bit for shipping, but then you the CD. You could also get a
friend with a faster speed to download and burn it for you.

Cheers,

Lara

 

[George Hester]

FTP clients can do it. You just got to get the direct address to the file.