Important: Before you install SP1 make sure that you follow these steps.īack up your files to an external hard disk, DVD or CD, USB flash drive, or network folder. Install Windows 7 SP1 or Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 from the Microsoft Download Centerįor more information on performing these steps, see the detailed steps listed in the More Information section of this KB article. Run Windows Update and install Windows 7 SP1 or Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Install Windows Updates KB2454826, KB2534366, and KB2533552 (these updates will improve a successful installation of the service pack) Update your hardware drivers (the main drivers to update are your video driver, printer Driver, network card driver)Įnsure that all Windows Updates are installed(other than Windows 7 SP1 or Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1), This ensures that all other components are up to date
The suggested preparation steps are as follows:īack up your important data (this step should always be done prior to installing a major update of any software) There are certain steps that should be taken before installing Windows 7 SP1 or Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 to help make sure that you will have a successful installation. Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 are updates to Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 that contains previously released fixes to specific reliability, performance, and compatibility issues.
