Windows 8 1 Preview Build Finicky For Uk Users To Install But Here S A Possible Workaround

• Place and rename the MSU file in an easily accessible place, e.g. C:\8preview\preview.msuOpen command prompt in administrator mode.Type: Expand –F:* c:\8preview\preview.msu C:\8preview\Type: DISM.exe /Online /Add-Package /PackagePath:c:\8preview\Windows8-RT-KB2849636-x64.cabWindows RT Users need to change the end of the file name in step 4 from x64.cab to arm.cab

Microsoft officially took the wraps off the preview of Windows 8.1 during the Build developers’ conference opening keynote on Wednesday. The Redmond-based company has brought many changes to the Windows platform, including the re-addition of the Start menu to the desktop, streamlined app updates, the ability for Retina display hardware, improved camera app, and more.

Of course, you’ll want to make sure your device is supported. Here are the devices that aren’t:

• Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2ASUS VivoTab TF810CSamsung ATIV Smart PCHP ElitePad 900HP ENVY x2Fujitsu ARROWS Tab

We’ve reached out to Microsoft to learn more about the problem. We’ll update this story as more information becomes available.

Update: It appears that Microsoft servers are bogged down. Even if the fix does produce results, you may not be able to download due to high server load.