Cannot install required files Error 0x80070714

[Guest]

I am trying to install Vista RC1 Build 5600 on a Dell Optiplex GX-280 with
80GB SATA drive. I deleted the partition and created a new one and then
formatted.
Install gets about 98% complete in uncompressing files then I get an error
that says "Windows cannot install required files. Make sure all files
required for installation are available and restart installation - Error Code
0x80070714"

I am installing from a DVD+RW burned from a downloaded ISO. MD5 checksum
matches.

Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Guest]

Hello

I also had multiple failures with install using the DVD I burned, ended up
formating an PATA drive (could not get Via drivers to work for my SATA)
installed XP Pro SP2 on the drive updated it via windows update (did not
install any programs) then copied the Vista Install DVD to a folder on the XP
disk and installed it from XP using the folder copy of the install disk.

went in like a charm,

I was very frustrated as the DVD was checksumed ok and just stopped
installing for some reason.

very cumbersome way to install, BUT the key is it installed and is working
well

my "bi*ch" is that UAC is unweldy and makes my MS Outlook 2007 Beta not able
to use hyperlinks or update from the help menu. I am using administrator
privileges and still cannot get away from the

" The operation has been canceled due to restrictions in effect on this
computer. Pleas contact your system administrator"

WHAT RESTRICTIONS, WOW

Good luck on your installs

Jones

 

[Guest]

The whole idea is to do a clean install - not an upgrade so how can I do
that? I have already deleted the partition and reformatted. Yes, I can
reinstall the WinXP image but the who idea was to start with a fresh system
and I can't do that if I get these errors.

I have also ordered a new DVD from microsoft even though my burned ISO
should be ok. I'll try again when that one arrives.

Perhaps a later build will address these issues.