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

Installing Java

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This article applies to:

Platform(s):
Windows 2000 (SP4+), Windows XP (SP1 SP2), Vista, Windows 2003
Browser(s):
Internet Explorer 5.5, Internet Explorer 6.x, Internet Explorer 7.x, Netscape 6.2x, Netscape 7, Mozilla 1.4+, Firefox
JRE version(s):
6.0

The procedure to install the Java broadly consists of:

Download and Install
Test Installation

Windows system requirements

Platform	Version	Memory	Browsers	Diskspace
WINDOWS IA32-bit
Intel 32-bit	Windows XP Professional (SP1)	64mb	Mozilla 1.4+ IE 5.5+	98MB
	Windows XP Home	64mb
	Windows 2000 Professional (SP3+)	64mb
	Windows Vista	64mb
	Windows Server 2003, Web Edition	128mb
	Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition	128mb
	Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition	128mb
	Windows Server 2003, DataCenter Edition	128mb

WINDOWS 64-bit
Windows 64-bit	Windows XP	128mb			64bit OS, 32bit JRE: IE 6.0 SP1+ or 7.0, Mozilla 1.4.X or 1.7+, Netscape 7.X, Firefox 1.06+ 64bit OS, 64bit JRE: N/A	110MB
	Windows Server 2003
	Windows Vista
WINDOWS Opteron 32-bit
AMD Opteron 32-bit	Windows Server 2003, AMD Opteron 32 bit	128mb
AMD Opteron 32-bit
WINDOWS Opteron 64-bit
AMD Opteron 64-bit	Windows Server 2003 (AMD Opteron 64 bit)	128mb	(Not supported)	110MB
AMD Opteron 64-bit

Download and Install

Go to Manual download
Click Windows XP/Vista/2000/2003 Online.
Choose the folder location.
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.
Verify that the:
- Name of the file is correct
- Size is approximately 13.8 MB
Close all applications including the browser.
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.

The installer displays a Custom Setup screen that allows you to choose program features to set up. We recommend that you keep the default settings, unless you are an advanced user who wants more precise control over the components that will be installed.

Java Runtime Environment 6.0 Setup Status Indicator

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 the JRE is installed, enabled and working properly on your computer, run this test applet from our web site:
Test your Java Runtime Environment

NEED MORE HELP?

If you require further assistance, please make sure you check through our Help and FAQ sections thoroughly. We probably have a page that answers your question.

You may find information on the following topics in the Help section:
Installation Instructions
Configuration
Error Messages
Applet Application

Help Resources

>	Installing Java
>	Configuring Java
>	Error Messages
>	Applet Application
>	Legal

FAQ

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