Can't install Windows 8 Developer Preview

drivers installation dvd windows-8-preview

I've burnt the Windows 8 Developer Preview DVD and inserted it into my laptop. Setup starts and looks good, but it then prompts me for a DVD driver. Saying it is missing.

I can't progress further than this. There is no dedicated DVD driver to download for my laptop.

Is this normal?


Solution 1:

Please be aware that it is pre-release software, there will be problems with drivers. As an alternative, try using the USB installation method

Solution 2:

You can also run the partition-enabled (non-upgrade) installer from inside windows by mounting the ISO and starting \sources\setup.exe

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