How to install CS3 Extended?

Hi,
When i try to install APS CS3 Extended i get this:
Adobe Photoshop CS3 Extended Failed To Install
Shared Components Failed To Install
or sth like this. I've new and orginal dvd. What to do? I need very simple instructions.
Thank a lot for answers ; )

Noel Carboni wrote:
I don't know why it would be, but I've heard others say that copying the data from the disc to the hard drive first, then installing from the hard drive has worked.
I doesn't work.
I trying to install it on Windows 7 64bits, OS's language is polish.
Error I get:
Instalation / Reinstallation Completed
Some problems occurred during installation. Please see below.
Summary
Successfully installed: 1 component(s):
Shared components
Errors: 2 component(s):
Adobe Photoshop CS3
Component install failed
Shared components
Component install failed

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