can t get whole file vista beta 2

Hi, I'm having some troubles downloading vista beta 2... I want to dl the english - 64 bits edition, I tried four times and I always got a 17,3 Mo ISO file. Then I tried twice with the german 64 bits edition to make sure it wasn't a server problem and both times it gave me a 156 Mo ISO file. And the download manager always says the download's complete. Has anyone an idea of what's happening?
Thanks a lot.

In an instant message chat, Microsoft has told the Windows Featured Communities that the demand for Windows Vista Beta 2 has been overwhelming. It is, in fact, the largest downloaded software in history. Currently, they are serving product keys out ten times faster then the downloads can be served. In fact, they are pumping out bits as fast as they can - any faster and there would be a measurable impact on the internet. In fact, I quote a Microsoft representive:
"So, we are literally saying that if we increased our bandwidth any further there's a possibilty of taking down the Internet - people might have problems with World Cup viewing, etc" People who have recieved Vista Beta 2 product keys, but are unable to download, may need to wait a few days, up to one week. Microsoft encoruages users who want to try out Windows Vista Beta 2 to order the DVD. When they recieve the DVD in 1-4 weeks, install it, and activate it, they will be automattically guaranteed an RC1 upgrade. -- -- Andre Windows Connected | http://www.windowsconnected.com Extended64 | http://www.extended64.com Blog | http://www.extended64.com/blogs/andre http://spaces.msn.com/members/adacosta
"Blandeen" wrote in message

Hi, I'm having some troubles downloading vista beta 2... I want to dl the english - 64 bits edition, I tried four times and I always got a 17,3 Mo ISO file. Then I tried twice with the german 64 bits edition to make sure it wasn't a server problem and both times it gave me a 156 Mo ISO file. And the download manager always says the download's complete. Has anyone an idea of what's happening?
Thanks a lot.

wow! thanks for this information... I'll wait, then :)
"Andre Da Costa [Extended64]" wrote:

In an instant message chat, Microsoft has told the Windows Featured Communities that the demand for Windows Vista Beta 2 has been overwhelming. It is, in fact, the largest downloaded software in history. Currently, they are serving product keys out ten times faster then the downloads can be served. In fact, they are pumping out bits as fast as they can - any faster and there would be a measurable impact on the internet. In fact, I quote a Microsoft representive:
"So, we are literally saying that if we increased our bandwidth any further there's a possibilty of taking down the Internet - people might have problems with World Cup viewing, etc" People who have recieved Vista Beta 2 product keys, but are unable to download, may need to wait a few days, up to one week. Microsoft encoruages users who want to try out Windows Vista Beta 2 to order the DVD. When they recieve the DVD in 1-4 weeks, install it, and activate it, they will be automattically guaranteed an RC1 upgrade. -- -- Andre Windows Connected | http://www.windowsconnected.com Extended64 | http://www.extended64.com Blog | http://www.extended64.com/blogs/andre http://spaces.msn.com/members/adacosta
"Blandeen" wrote in message Hi, I'm having some troubles downloading vista beta 2... I want to dl the english - 64 bits edition, I tried four times and I always got a 17,3 Mo ISO file. Then I tried twice with the german 64 bits edition to make sure it wasn't a server problem and both times it gave me a 156 Mo ISO file. And the download manager always says the download's complete. Has anyone an idea of what's happening?
Thanks a lot.

My big question is what about those of us who have already downloaded and installed it? is it Ooops no RC1 for you? :(
"Andre Da Costa [Extended64]" wrote in message

In an instant message chat, Microsoft has told the Windows Featured Communities that the demand for Windows Vista Beta 2 has been overwhelming. It is, in fact, the largest downloaded software in history. Currently, they are serving product keys out ten times faster then the downloads can be served. In fact, they are pumping out bits as fast as they can - any faster and there would be a measurable impact on the internet. In fact, I quote a Microsoft representive:
"So, we are literally saying that if we increased our bandwidth any further there's a possibilty of taking down the Internet - people might have problems with World Cup viewing, etc" People who have recieved Vista Beta 2 product keys, but are unable to download, may need to wait a few days, up to one week. Microsoft encoruages users who want to try out Windows Vista Beta 2 to order the DVD. When they recieve the DVD in 1-4 weeks, install it, and activate it, they will be automattically guaranteed an RC1 upgrade. -- -- Andre Windows Connected | http://www.windowsconnected.com Extended64 | http://www.extended64.com Blog | http://www.extended64.com/blogs/andre http://spaces.msn.com/members/adacosta
"Blandeen" wrote in message Hi, I'm having some troubles downloading vista beta 2... I want to dl the english - 64 bits edition, I tried four times and I always got a 17,3 Mo ISO file. Then I tried twice with the german 64 bits edition to make sure it wasn't a server problem and both times it gave me a 156 Mo ISO file. And the download manager always says the download's complete. Has anyone an idea of what's happening?
Thanks a lot.

An excerpt from the MSFT page you clicked through to register:
"How to get started
This Beta 2 release is now available in three languages (English, German, and Japanese) and in 32-bit and 64-bit editions.
When you register for the Customer Preview Program you will receive the Beta 2 release plus Windows Vista Release Candidate 1 (RC1) — the next major pre-release of Windows Vista — when it is available later this year. The information on this page pertains to both Beta 2 and RC1."
"Jim Fraas" wrote:

My big question is what about those of us who have already downloaded and installed it? is it Ooops no RC1 for you? :(
"Andre Da Costa [Extended64]" wrote in message In an instant message chat, Microsoft has told the Windows Featured Communities that the demand for Windows Vista Beta 2 has been overwhelming. It is, in fact, the largest downloaded software in history. Currently, they are serving product keys out ten times faster then the downloads can be served. In fact, they are pumping out bits as fast as they can - any faster and there would be a measurable impact on the internet. In fact, I quote a Microsoft representive:
"So, we are literally saying that if we increased our bandwidth any further there's a possibilty of taking down the Internet - people might have problems with World Cup viewing, etc" People who have recieved Vista Beta 2 product keys, but are unable to download, may need to wait a few days, up to one week. Microsoft encoruages users who want to try out Windows Vista Beta 2 to order the DVD. When they recieve the DVD in 1-4 weeks, install it, and activate it, they will be automattically guaranteed an RC1 upgrade. -- -- Andre Windows Connected | http://www.windowsconnected.com Extended64 | http://www.extended64.com Blog | http://www.extended64.com/blogs/andre http://spaces.msn.com/members/adacosta
"Blandeen" wrote in message Hi, I'm having some troubles downloading vista beta 2... I want to dl the english - 64 bits edition, I tried four times and I always got a 17,3 Mo ISO file. Then I tried twice with the german 64 bits edition to make sure it wasn't a server problem and both times it gave me a 156 Mo ISO file. And the download manager always says the download's complete. Has anyone an idea of what's happening?
Thanks a lot.

More like you'll need to download RC1 when it goes out... and then the servers crashes again...
-- Nicholas...
"Overclock Your Life, Then The World" "Jim Fraas" wrote in message

My big question is what about those of us who have already downloaded and installed it? is it Ooops no RC1 for you? :(
"Andre Da Costa [Extended64]" wrote in message In an instant message chat, Microsoft has told the Windows Featured Communities that the demand for Windows Vista Beta 2 has been overwhelming. It is, in fact, the largest downloaded software in history. Currently, they are serving product keys out ten times faster then the downloads can be served. In fact, they are pumping out bits as fast as they can - any faster and there would be a measurable impact on the internet. In fact, I quote a Microsoft representive:
"So, we are literally saying that if we increased our bandwidth any further there's a possibilty of taking down the Internet - people might have problems with World Cup viewing, etc" People who have recieved Vista Beta 2 product keys, but are unable to download, may need to wait a few days, up to one week. Microsoft encoruages users who want to try out Windows Vista Beta 2 to order the DVD. When they recieve the DVD in 1-4 weeks, install it, and activate it, they will be automattically guaranteed an RC1 upgrade. -- -- Andre Windows Connected | http://www.windowsconnected.com Extended64 | http://www.extended64.com Blog | http://www.extended64.com/blogs/andre http://spaces.msn.com/members/adacosta
"Blandeen" wrote in message Hi, I'm having some troubles downloading vista beta 2... I want to dl the english - 64 bits edition, I tried four times and I always got a 17,3 Mo ISO file. Then I tried twice with the german 64 bits edition to make sure it wasn't a server problem and both times it gave me a 156 Mo ISO file. And the download manager always says the download's complete. Has anyone an idea of what's happening?
Thanks a lot.