Pre-download service packs and windows update?

[Vorret]

I'm doing a fresh install when I receive my new processor tomorrow sadly my Windows 7 cd is from release so I need to download everything and it's a very long process. Add the fact that I'm also doing it on the GF's computer and it's twice the bandwith (limited) and time.

Is there a way I can pre-download everything, put it on a usb stick or a dvd and install from there?

 

[bigdogchris]

Yup.

Download this first

Download and install this second.

Download and install this last (use IE).

Afterwords, run Windows Update to finish what's remaining. If you want, install optional components like .net 4.5 and IE 10 to save a little bit of time. Even if you use other browsers, you should always keep IE up to date since some Microsoft content requires it.

 

[Vorret]

Thanks a lot!