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How do I manually download and install Java for my Windows computer?


This article applies to:
  • Platform(s): Windows XP ,  Vista ,  Windows 2003 ,  Windows 2008 Server ,  Windows 2000
  • Browser(s): Internet Explorer 6.x ,  Internet Explorer 7.x ,  Mozilla 1.4+ ,  Firefox
  • Java version(s): 6.0

The procedure to install the Java broadly consists of:
  1. Download and Install
  2. Test Installation
To verify system requirements for downloading Java on Windows please click
Windows System Requirements

Download and Install
  1. Go to Manual download
  2. Click Windows XP/Vista/2000/2003/2008 Online.
  3. The File Download dialog box appears.
  4. Choose the folder location.
  5. (Save the file to a known location on your computer, for example, to your desktop).
  6. Click Save.
    The Save As dialog box appears.
    Note: If you have previously downloaded this version of Java, you may be prompted:
    File already exists. Do you want to replace it? Click Yes to replace.
  7. Close all applications including the browser.
  8. Double-click on the saved file icon to start the installation process.
The installer unpacks the files needed for the installation, which takes less than a minute. After unpacking the installation files, a welcome screen is displayed, the installer presents an option to view the license agreement. You may choose to Accept the license agreement and continue the installation process.
Java Runtime Environment 6 Software License Agreement

Sun Microsystems has partnered with companies that offer various products. The installer may present you with option to install these programs when you install the Java. Make your selections by clicking on the check box next to programs that interest you, and click on Next to continue the installation.
Note: The screenshot below is used for reference. Actual product offerings can be seen during the installation process.
Third Party Installations

After ensuring that the desired program features are selected, click the Next button to continue with the installation. Now that you have given the installer all of the information it needs to proceed, progress boxes track the installation process.

A few brief dialogs confirm the last steps of the installation process, and a concluding message appears with the confirmation "Thank You!."


Test Installation
To test that Java is installed and working properly on your computer, run this test applet from our web site:
Test your Java



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