how can I download office updates without original cd's. programs.

[ron058]

how can i download office updates without the original cd's . when i bought
this computer all the programs were preloaded.so i have no access to cd's or
know where the retailer sourced the programs from.

 

[Susan Ramlet]

Contact your OEM to get access to the source.

What version of Office are you running? Depending on which, you might be
able to download full file patches or mitigate the need.

 

[ron058]

dear susan,
thankyou for your reply.
I am runninng office 2003. all office programs came preloaded with the
microsoft xp professional operating system,
thanks Ron058

 

[Susan Ramlet]

Hi, ron058,

Office 2003 has a new feature called the Local Installation Source (LIS),
which mitigates the need for source files.

830168 - Frequently Asked Questions About the Local Install Source Feature:
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;830168

There should be a local installation source (LIS) that was created on your
computer by the OEM. The updates should be able to find the source files in
this location. If this wasn't done, then you may be able to use "full file"
versions of Office 2003 patches, which you can download separately.

Otherwise, you'll need to contact your OEM to get source files.

--
Susan Ramlet
Office MVP
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[ron058]

dear susan,
thankyou, I will try what you suggest and will let you know how i get on,
thanks ron058