Lightroom 5 in Windows Vista

I recently purchased LR5 but have Windows Vista. Is there/will there be a patch for Windows Vista? I have run CS5 and Elements in the past with no problems.

I agree with Paige - best option is upgrade OS.
Still, if you insist, here is how to install on Vista:
http://www.doerg.es/doku.php?id=start:computer:lightroom5vista
Beware: Lr5.2 may be ok, but Lr5.3 is not - so your days for Lr5 on Vista are coming to an end, even with the hack..
PS - Biggest problem with Lr5.2 is it still has the publish-service/selection bug, which means you might edit or delete the wrong photos if selecting via publish collection grid.
PPS - It's usually quite painless to upgrade Vista to 7 (you won't have to re-install apps and you shouldn't lose any data...) - get the OEM version of you want to save some $.

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Troubleshoot installation problems in Photoshop Lightroom on Windows Vista

This document can help you to resolve system errors that occur while you use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom on Windows Vista. System errors can manifest in many different ways, including (but not limited to) the following:
A blank or flickering dialog box
A frozen cursor or screen
A blue screen
An unexpected restart
An error message such as:
"Setup is unable to load the installation script file."
"Unable to create a directory under C:\Windows\System. Please check write-access to the directory."
"Uninstalling: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop Lightroom refers to a location that is unavailable. It could be on a hard drive on this computer, or on a network. Check to make sure that the disk is properly inserted, or that you are connected to the Internet or your network, and then try again. If it still cannot be located, the information might have been moved to a different location."
Note: If you attempt to install Photoshop Lightroom to a drive that doesn't have the minimum required space available, the installation will fail. You must then completely reinstall to another location that has sufficient free space.
Many different factors can cause system errors, including conflicts among device drivers, applications, operating system settings, hardware, and corrupt elements in specific files. Although a system error may occur only when you work with Photoshop Lightroom, Photoshop Lightroom may not necessarily be the cause; it may be the only application that uses enough memory or processor cycles to expose the problem.
To benefit most from this document, perform the tasks in order. Keep track of the tasks that you perform and the results of each, including errors and other problems. Adobe Technical Support can use this information to better assist you if you need to call.
You must be logged on as an administrator to perform some of the procedures in this document.
Important: Some of the procedures in this document may initiate a User Access Control dialog that asks for your permission to continue. Read the details in the dialog to determine if you want to continue. If you choose to cancel the dialog, then you will not be able to continue with that troubleshooting step.
The steps in this document that refer to the Control Panel are in reference to the Classic view. For information on switching the Control Panel to the Classic view and many other common OS procedures, see Common Microsoft Windows Vista procedures (TechNote kb401275)
Some of these procedures require you to locate hidden files and hidden folders. Some procedures require you to locate files by their full file names, which include extensions (for example, example_filename.ini). By default, Windows Explorer doesn't show hidden files, hidden folders, and file name extensions that it recognizes.
To show hidden files, hidden folders, and all file name extensions in Windows Explorer:
In Windows Explorer, choose Organize > Folder And Search Options.
Click the View tab in the Folder Options dialog box.
In Advanced Settings, select Show Hidden Files And Folders.
Deselect Hide Extensions For Known File Types.
Click OK.
Note: The procedures in this document are based on the default interface of Windows Vista. If the interface is customized, some procedures may vary. For example, a commonly encountered difference is the navigation to Control Panel from the Start menu: You may navigate Start > Settings > Control Panel instead of Start > Control Panel. Additionally, the procedures in this document assume you are using the Classic View of the Control Panel: To view the Control Panel in the Classic View, click Switch To Classic View on the Control Panel navigation bar on the left side of the window.
Beginning troubleshooting
The tasks in this section can help you resolve the most common system errors. Before performing any of these tasks, back up all personal files (for example, Photoshop Lightroom files you created). Always restart the computer after a system error occurs to refresh system memory. Continuing to work without restarting the computer may compound the problem.
1.Make sure that the system meets the minimum requirements for PhotoshopLightroom.
Photoshop Lightroom may not run correctly on a system that doesn't meet the following requirements:
Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent processor
Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
768 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended)
1 GB of available hard-disk space
CD-ROM drive
In addition to these requirements, a video card that supports 24-bit (16 million) or more colors, and a resolution of 1024 x 768 or higher, is recommended.
* Photoshop Lightroom 1.0 will install and run on Windows Vista but Adobe cannot guarantee the quality of the software experience until Adobe fully certifies Photoshop Lightroom for use on Windows Vista.
To check basic system information, such as processor speed and how much RAM is installed, choose Start > Control Panel > System.
2. Delete previously installed application files, especially if you had the public beta version of Photoshop Lightroom installed.
To delete files from a previous Adobe Photoshop Lightroom installation attempt:
Choose Start > Control Panels > Add or Remove Programs.
Select Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and choose to remove it.
Close the Add Or Remove Programs window and the Control Panel.
Open Windows Explorer.
If the Lightroom.exe file is still in the Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop Lightroom folder, delete it.
If the Lightroom Preferences.agprefs file is still in the Documents and Settings/[username]/Application Data/Adobe/Lightroom/Preferences folder, delete it.
Empty the Recycle Bin.
Try to reinstall. If you cannot, continue with the next two sections in this step:
Move all the folders under the Users/[username]/AppData/Roaming/Adobe/Lightroom folder into a new folder on the desktop; name the folder Lightroom Presets. These are the presets that were installed with the application and that you created.
Move all the folders under the Users/[username]/Pictures/Lightroom/Lightroom Previews.lrdata folder into a new folder on the desktop; name the folder Lightroom Previews. If you have a large number of images, you can move this folder back to its original location before you open Photoshop Lightroom, once it's installed. Or you can delete this folders to re-create it when Photoshop Lightroom opens. If there are further problems with Photoshop Lightroom after it's installed, it might be due to corruption in the previews, in which case you need to delete this folder and re-create it.
Try to reinstall.Important: Do not delete the Lightroom Database.lrdb file!
If there are further problems with Photoshop Lightroom after it's installed, these issues may be due to corruption in the preset files you created, in which case you need to remove them and re-create them, or test each preset individually.
Note: If you can reinstall, and if this is not the first time you opened Photoshop Lightroom, then Photoshop Lightroom will look for a library database file. If it does not find a library in the expected location, it will prompt you to create a new library, locate the library, or exit. Exit will close the dialog box, and Photoshop Lightroom will not open. Although you can tell Photoshop Lightroom to locate your library, it's best to put it back in the default location and then open the application.
If you can reinstall, close Photoshop Lightroom and then copy any presets you created from the Lightroom presets on the desktop back into the Users/[username]/AppData/Roaming/Adobe/Lightroom folder.
If you cannot reinstall, then move the Lightroom Database.lrdb file from the Users/[username]/Pictures/Lightroom folder into a new folder called Lightroom Database File and save this file on the desktop. This is your database, if you previously had Photoshop Lightroom installed.
Reinstall Photoshop Lightroom. If you cannot reinstall, continue with the next task in this document.
3. Log in as Administrator before installingPhotoshopLightroom.
In Windows Vista, you must be logged in with local (that is, machine) Administrator rights to install Photoshop Lightroom. If you don't have administrator rights, contact your system administrator for assistance.
4. Check the CD and CD-ROM drive.
Dust or dirt on a CD can interfere with an installation and prevent the CD-ROM drive from recognizing the CD. Examine the Photoshop Lightroom CD for dirt, dust, or fingerprints. Gently wipe the bottom of the CD from the center outward with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Verify that the CD-ROM drive can read other CDs. If it can't, examine the CD caddy or loading tray for dirt, and clean it with a lint-free cloth. If it still can't read other CDs, contact the CD-ROM drive manufacturer or the computer manufacturer.
5. Install current Windows service packs and other updates.
Updates to the Windows operating system improve its performance and compatibility with applications. You can obtain Windows service packs and other updates from the Microsoft website at www.windowsupdate.com. For assistance installing service packs and other updates, contact Microsoft technical support.
Important: Before you install a system update, check the system requirements for Photoshop Lightroom (and any third-party software or hardware you may use with Photoshop Lightroom ) to ensure compatibility. If the update isn't listed, then contact Adobe or the manufacturer of your third-party software or hardware.
6. InstallPhotoshopLightroomfrom the desktop and use the default installation folder.
Some system components such as device drivers and virus protection utilities can conflict with the Photoshop Lightroom installer and result in an incomplete or failed installation, or they can cause problems when you install to a folder or when you use a path to the default installation folder that contains a special character, such as #. To prevent these conflicts, install Photoshop Lightroom from the desktop, and use the default folder name and path.
If Photoshop Lightroom autoplay displays, click Cancel when you are requested to Select the Language.
Copy the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom folder from the Photoshop Lightroom CD-ROM to the desktop.
Open the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom folder on the desktop.
Double-click the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.msi file, and follow the on-screen instructions.
7.Re-create thePhotoshopLightroompreferences file.
Re-create the Photoshop Lightroom preferences file to eliminate problems that a damaged preferences file might cause:
Quit Photoshop Lightroom.
Rename the Lightroom Preferences.agprefs file (for example, to Lightroom Preferences.old) in the Users/[username]/AppData/Roaming/Adobe/Lightroom/Preferences folder.
Start Photoshop Lightroom. Photoshop Lightroom creates a new preferences file.
If the problem continues, the preferences file isn't the cause. To restore custom settings, delete the new preferences file and restore the original name of the previous preferences file.
8.Install and run Photoshop Lightroom while no other applications are running.
Some applications may interfere with installing or running Photoshop Lightroom. Virus protection programs are meant to stop viruses from installing on your computer. Before installing or starting Photoshop Lightroom, disable other applications, including virus protection programs and startup items (items that start automatically with Windows).
To disable startup items and non Microsoft services:
Quit all applications.
Choose Start, type msconfig in the Search text box, and press Enter.
Write down all unselected items under the Startup and Services tabs.
Click the General tab, and choose Selective Startup.
Click the Startup tab and select Disable All.
Click the Services tab and select Hide All Microsoft Services.
Select Disable All then re-select FLEXnet Licensing Service. If you are unsure whether an item is essential, then leave it deselected (disabled).
Click Apply, and restart Windows for the changes to take effect.
Note: Upon restart, you'll be notified that the System Configuration utility has made changes to the way that Windows starts up. Click OK. When the System Configuration utility appears, click Cancel.
Right-click icons in the Notification Area and close or disable any startup items that are still active.
9. Install Photoshop Lightroom to a different hard disk after disabling startup items and installing from the hard disk.
Hard disk problems can prevent Photoshop Lightroom from installing correctly. By installing Photoshop Lightroom to a different physical hard disk, you can verify if the original hard disk is preventing installation. First, completely remove Photoshop Lightroom from the hard disk.
To install Photoshop Lightroom to a different hard disk after disabling startup items:
Follow the steps in task 8 above to disable startup items.
If Photoshop Lightroom autoplay displays, click Cancel when you are requested to Select the Language.
Copy the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom folder from the Photoshop Lightroom CD-ROM to the desktop.
Open the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom folder on the desktop.
Double-click the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.msi file, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Click Change and select a different hard disk in the Change Current Destination Folder window. Click OK, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Intermediate troubleshooting
If the tasks in the previous section don't solve the problem, try the following intermediate troubleshooting tasks.
10. Install and run Photoshop Lightroom in a new user account.
Create a new user account that has the same permissions as the account that you use when the problem occurs. If the problem doesn't recur, the original user account may be damaged. For instructions on creating a new user account, see To add a new user to the computer in Windows Help or contact your system administrator.
11. Optimize handling of temporary files by Windows Vista.
Windows and applications store working data in temporary (.tmp) files that they create on the hard disk. Excessive or outdated temporary files can interfere with performance of Windows or applications.
Delete temporary files by using the Disk Cleanup utility included with Windows or by using the following instructions. Make sure that at least 1 GB of free space is available on the hard disk to which temporary files are written. To start Disk Cleanup, choose Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. For information about Disk Cleanup, see Windows Help.
To manually delete temporary files:
Note: Windows deletes temporary files when Windows and applications close normally. However, when Windows or an application crashes, temporary files can accumulate on the hard disk. Windows may prevent you from deleting some temporary files as they may be in use. Delete as many temporary files as you possibly can, without deleting the files that are in use.
Quit all applications.
Choose Start and type %tmp% in the Search text box and press Enter.
Delete the contents of this folder.
Note the drive letter where this directory is located.
To ensure that at least 1 GB of free space is available on the hard disk to which temporary files are written:
Choose Start > My Computer.
Select the drive noted in step 4. Right click and select Properties.
Confirm the drive has at least 1 GB of free space.
12. Repair and defragment hard disks.
System errors can occur if hard disks contain damaged sectors or fragmented files. Repair and defragment hard disks, either by using the Error-checking tool and Disk Defragmenter utility included with Windows or by using a third-party disk utility. You should run such utilities on each hard disk or partition. More information about the Error-checking tool and Disk Defragmenter appears below; for more information about a third-party disk utility, refer to the documentation for the utility.
The Error-checking tool repairs bad sectors, lost allocation units and file fragments, cross-linked files, and invalid file names. To access the Error-checking tool, choose Start > Computer, right-click the desired hard disk, and choose Properties from the menu. In the Local Disk Properties dialog box, click the Tools tab, and then click Check Now in the Error-checking area.
Note: To prevent Disk Defragmenter from moving files to bad sectors of a disk, run the Error-checking tool before running Disk Defragmenter.
Disk Defragmenter rearranges the files and free space on your computer so that files are stored in contiguous units and free space is consolidated in one contiguous block. To access the Disk Defragmenter utility, choose Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter.
13. Scan the system for viruses.
Use current anti-virus software to check the system for viruses. Virus infections can damage software and cause system errors. For more information, see the documentation for the anti-virus software.
14. Try to install Photoshop Lightroomon a different computer.
Try to install Photoshop Lightroom on a different computer to determine if the problem is unique to your computer. If the problem is unique to your computer, contact the computer manufacturer; if the problem occurs on multiple computers, contact Adobe Technical Support.
Advanced Troubleshooting
If the tasks in the previous section don't resolve the problem, you may be able to resolve the problem by reinstalling Windows Vista and Photoshop Lightroom, reformatting your hard disk and reinstalling Windows Vista and Photoshop Lightroom, or by determining if hardware is conflicting with Photoshop Lightroom.
Disclaimer: Adobe doesn't support hardware and provides these procedures as a courtesy only. For further assistance, contact the hardware manufacturer or an authorized reseller. If you troubleshoot hardware problems yourself, you may void the warranty for your computer.
Note: Before you remove or rearrange hardware, turn off and disconnect power to the computer and any peripheral devices.
15. Log in using the built-in Administrator account.
The built-in Administrator account has a higher access level to the system than a normal local administrator account. By default the built-in Administrator account is disabled. For information about enabling and logging in to the built-in Administrator account, contact your system administrator. You can also refer to this support document on the Microsoft support website: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/926183/en-us?spid=11737&sid=73.
16. Reformat the hard disk, and reinstall only Windows Vista and Photoshop Lightroom.
Reformat the hard disk, and then install only Windows Vista and Photoshop Lightroom from the original installation media. Reformatting a disk erases all files it contains, so be sure to back up all personal files first. Also make sure that you have all application and system disks.
For instructions on performing a clean installation of Windows Vista, see document 918884, "How to install Windows Vista" on the Microsoft website at http://support.microsoft.com.
Note: Don't install additional software or hardware until you're sure that the problem is resolved. Don't back up the hard disk and restore Windows and Photoshop Lightroom instead of reinstalling them. If the problem is caused by an application or Windows, and either one is restored instead of reinstalled, the problem may recur.
After you reformat the hard disk and reinstall Windows and Photoshop Lightroom, try to re-create the problem:
If the problem no longer occurs, then install other applications one at a time and try to re-create the problem after each installation. If the problem occurs after an installation, then the recently installed application may be the cause.
If the problem occurs when only Windows and Photoshop Lightroom are installed, then the cause may be hardware-related, and you should contact the hardware manufacturer or an authorized reseller for assistance.
17. Check for problems with RAM modules.
Ensure that the RAM modules are installed properly and are not the cause of your problem. Do one or both of the following:
Change the order of the installed modules.
Remove all but the minimum number of modules needed to run Windows and [product], and test to see if the problem persists. If it does, replace the modules you removed and remove the others, testing again to see if the problem recurs. If it doesn't, then one or more of the removed modules are the cause. For assistance, contact the RAM manufacturer.

You've tried Help>Updates from within photoshop cs6?
Or this 8.3 updater
http://swupdl.adobe.com/updates/oobe/aam20/win/PhotoshopCameraRaw7-7.0/8.3.52/setup.zip
If that doesn't work, you can install camera raw 8.3 by following the directions on the following page
Adobe Camera Raw Help | Camera Raw/DNG Converter 8.4 on Mac OS 10.6, Windows XP, and Vista

Can you download Lightroom on windows Vista?[was: Lightroom help!!]

CCan you download Lightroom on windows vista?

Not supported by Adobe but some claim to have had success:
See: http://www.doerg.es/doku.php?id=start:computer:lightroom5vista
As has been said: not tested by Adobe and not supported by them, but also: it's been working for those who've braved to try it.
USE ENTIRELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Lightroom pour windows vista

Bonjour
Y a t-il possibilité d'installer LIGHTROOM avec WINDOWS VISTA , svp ?
Une version "allégée" en quelque sorte ou bêta, ou un logiciel similaire car je suis déçue de ne pas pouvoir l'installer sur ce PC .
Je suis obligée d'aller sur le PC de mon Mari, et ce n'est pas pratique du tout, car il WINDOWS 7
Merci de votre réponse
Cordialement
Christiane

Once upon a time you could install Lr5 on Vista, but that "hole" may have been plugged ( you may not be able to anymore, not the latest version anyway - I don't know ).
Here is probably your best chance though:
start:computer:lightroom5vista [Marcel Dörges Homepage]
Let us know if it works - OK?
Lr5.0 will work on Vista (with the above-mentioned patch), so if not Lr5.4 you can fall back (be careful of bugs).
If possible, I recommend upgrading your OS to Windows 7 instead.
Good luck,
Rob

Downloading Lightroom with Windows Vista

Can I download Lightroom 5.5 with Windows Vista?

Downloading LR 5.3 isn't a problem, but running it will be, as it isn't supported. You could take a look at this http://www.doerg.es/doku.php?id=start:computer:lightroom5vista. I would point out that it is not supported by Adobe.

Having problems downloading Photoshop/Lightroom to Windows Vista.

I purchased a monthly subscription to Photoshop/Lightroom. When I clicked on the blue Download box it gave me an error message stating "Running an operating system that photoshop no longer supports. Refer to the system requirements below for a full list of supported platforms".
It lists only Windows 7 and 8 as supported operating systems.
I am running Windows Vista. Is there a way to download the apps to Windows Vista? My system has all the other requirements; AMD Athlon 64 x 2 Dual Core Processor and 320 GB hard drive.
Thanks for your suggestions,
Vstar4me2

Vstar4me2 I am very sorry but you will need to upgrade to Windows 7 or later to use Photoshop CC and Photoshop Lightroom 5.

How can I install lightroom 5 into windows vista?

I can download it with Adobe Application manager, but when I am doing an installation, it says me that there is error!!!
Help me please, how i can istall lightroom into my laptop, i have windows vista business (service pack 2).
Thank you very much!

http://helpx.adobe.com/lightroom/kb/windows-vista-supported-lightroom-5.html
"Windows Vista is not an officially supported operating system for the release version of Lightroom 5, and it doesn't run on Windows Vista."
Lightroom 5 requires Windows 7 or Windows 8.
http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom/tech-specs.html
Unofficial workarounds exist online to get Lightroom 5 running on Vista but try them at your own risk. There will be no support if anything goes wrong.
http://forums.adobe.com/message/5977691#5977691

No me funciona la opcion de impresion tengo instalado en windows vista 64 y me da un error "?:0: attempt to index field ´?´(a nil value)" alguien pude decirme que pasa ?

No me funciona la opcion de impresion de lightroom, tengo windows vista 64 , me da el siguiente error ?:0:attempt to index field ´?´ (a nil value)
alguien pude decirme como puede solucinarlo?

Bienvenido al foro!
Puedes subir una foto de la RAM que compraste? El Link provisto dice "compatible", pero no especifica la marca, por ende querria ver la foto.
Ebay, Mercado Libre y otras plataformas ofrecen muchas veces RAM "compatibles" de marca desconocida, esto causa problemas en varios equipos de Lenovo. Generalmente yo recomiendo comprar las marcas conocidas como Elpida, Samsung, Hynix, Crucial, AData, Corsair (pero excluyendo la linea "Value Select") y Kingston (pero excluyendo la linea "Value RAM").
Saludos
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Windows Vista lightroom 2 RAW support

I have read many responses to other questions about this but no solution. I need to be able to edit my RAW photos in lightroom 2 that is fully updated and i use Windows Vista at this time. Any suggestions that are realistic?

What camera are you using? A "fully updated" Lightroom 2 is really ancient software anymore. Lightroom has progressed to Lightroom 5.6, and it seems that Lightroom 6.0 is on the horizon. No announcements have been made regarding that, however.
If you shoot JPEG, you have no concerns using Lightroom 2. But since you want support for your raw files, unless you are using a very old camera it is unlikely that you will be able to work on those native raw file's. It might be possible for you to use the DNG converter, a newer version, to create DNG (digital negative) copies of your raw files. And then you could work on those using Lightroom 2.
Lightroom has undergone significant changes and improvements since Lightroom 2. If you have invested in a modern more up-to-date camera I think it would be a shame for you to limit yourself to the capabilities of Lightroom 2. It would certainly be worth the investment for you to upgrade. However, you are limited there because the new version of Lightroom will not support Windows Vista. And since Vista is no longer supported by Microsoft you might consider a new computer with a new operating system.

Does Lightroom 4 work with Windows Vista?

Hi, I can't find Vista mentioned anywhere in association with Lightroom 4. Before I purchase this software, could someone please tell me if I will have compatability issues between LR4 and Vista. Thank you

When LR4 was announced, they said it worked with Windows Vista with Service Pack 2. See: http://thelightroomlab.com/2012/03/adobe-photoshop-lightroom-4-now-available/
Since then, Adobe has un-helpfully removed that from its website, and now the website says you need Windows 7. see: http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom/tech-specs.html
Nevertheless, I believe that there are many people in this forum using LR4 with Windows Vista. Perhaps one of them will speak up.

Is Lightroom 4.1 compatible with Windows Vista?

Is Lightroom 4.1 compatible with Windows Vista?

yes it will. also Windows 7 and I presume windows 8 when released, however it wont work on XP or backward version of Windows

Is Lightroom compatible with Windows Vista?

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 1.0 will install and run on Windows Vista; however, Adobe cannot guarantee the quality of the software experience until Adobe fully certifies Photoshop Lightroom for use on Windows Vista...
See
Troubleshooting System Errors in Photoshop Lightroom 1.0 for more details on possible issues and solutions
Other information relating to Vista compatibility can be found in the linked
PDF

No.
Lightroom 5 requires Windows 7 or Windows 8
http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom/tech-specs.html
It will not run on Vista.

Will Lightroom 5 work on Windows Vista Home Premium?

I could not get the LR 5 Beta version to open on Windows Vista. I kept getting a message that an error was encountered and the program was closing. Will the new LR 5 version work?

Vista no longer supported. Consider reading system requirements for Lightroom 5, e.g.
http://www.lightroomqueen.com/2013/04/15/whats-new-in-lightroom-5-0-beta/
(not officially official, but official enough...)

Failed installation of Lightroom 5 from Creative Cloud App Manager on Windows Vista 64Bit

Hi,
I recently subscribed to the Creative Cloud. All applications from the App Manager downloaded and installed successfully, except for Lightroom 5, with the error message below. The LR5 download seems to be successful, but after about 2/3 of the way through the installation, it fails and gives this error:
Exit Code: 7
Please see specific errors below for troubleshooting. For example, ERROR:
-------------------------------------- Summary -------------------------------------
0 fatal error(s), 1 error(s)
Payload:
AdobeLightroom5CCMSetup-mul
5.2.0.0 {3f480018-d40f-429ab939-d1a53276944f}
ERROR:
Third party payload installer Install Lightroom 5 CCM.exe failed with
exit
code: 1603
I have tried several times with the same results. I don't have user account control on and do have administrator privileges. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
CJP

Hi cjpekich2,
Adobe Lightroom 5 is not compatible with Windows vista. Please check the below link for lightroom 5 tech specs.
http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom/tech-specs.html
Regards,
Ashish

Lightroom 4.3 update exe wont open in windows vista..

I had no problem updating my laptop with windows 8 to lightroom 4.3 however, the exe file wont even open on my main computer using windows Vista.. 4.2 updater opens no problem but 4.3 updater doesn't solution? don't say update windows.. lol

Having the same problems with Firefox, Chrome and IE, on Vista, all downloads fail to run the .exe. After downloading with Firefox on my Ubuntu PC and copying the file to my Vista box I have finally managed to run the exe to extract the install programme, readme & the lightoom 4 files folder etc and then on the second attempt manged to get the install exe to run and install 4.3.
This is not what i expect from Adobe!!
Adobe, can you be more specific as to what is causing this problem and also perhaps consider making the downloads available through FTP instead of only HTTP, it would be a more efficient use of your download server which seems to get saturated too frequently.

FAQ: Does Lightroom 4.3 install on Windows Vista?

Yes,
but if you have experienced some trouble when attempting to install Lightroom 4.3 on Windows Vista it may be because the downloaded installer is being blocked by Vista.
See this TechNote for instructions on how to allow Lightroom 4.3 installation on Windows Vista.
Allowing Lightroom 4.3 install on Windows Vista

Yes.

Lightroom 5 in Windows Vista

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