Visual Studio 2005 Fails to install on 2008 R2 64 bit Server

[DownwithFescue]

I have copied the install files to my local C:\
I have installed the 64 prerequisite
Bounced machine
I run the install and it fails on the "Microsoft Document Explorer 2005" and stops processing the remaining programs.
I have then tried to run the setup for the Document Explorer located: C:\Microsoft Visual Studio 2005\vs\wcu
and it fails

I have also tried to install the "WindowsInstaller-KB893803-v2-x86" and during the install it stops stating not enough storage but where it is trying to run has 20 GB free.

Does anyone know how to install.

I am going with 2005 because we are on 8.12 and just installing an additional application server.

Thanks in advance for any help.




Windows 2008 R2 64 Bit

 

[Sebastian Sajaroff]

Hi,

You have to install the compiler by executing "Run as
an administrator"
If it doesn't work, try launching the install under
"Windows 2003 compatibility".
Last but not least, have you checked if your Tools
Level release is compatible with W2008x64 R2?
As far as I know, you need to be on Tools 8.98.4.x

 

[klwong]

According to the MTRs, Windows 2008 R2 is supported beginning Tools Release 8.98.3.

However, it also notes: "Note: Running Visual Studio C++ 2005 on Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2008 R2 will require a special service pack for Visual Studio 2005, visit the Microsoft website for more information."