How to Reinstall IE 8
Reinstalling or repairing Internet Explorer 8 may be necessary if you’re having some problems because of damaged files or missing registration information. It is very easy to reinstall IE 8, as you simply have to download and run the installer file again. However, if you’re using Windows 7, you will have to go through an additional step of removing IE 8 first, as IE 8 is the default browser of Windows 7, and cannot be reinstalled otherwise.
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Instructions
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For Windows 7
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Close all running programs.
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Go to the “Start” menu and click on “Control Panel”.
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Click on “Uninstall a Program” under “Programs”.
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Click on “Turn Windows Features On or Off” in the Tasks pane.
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Clear the check box “Internet Explorer 8” in the list of windows features.
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Click “Yes” in the warning message window.
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Go to the IE 8 download page (see Resources).
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Click the “Download” button and save the setup file to your desktop.
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Run the file after it downloads. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation of IE 8 on your computer.
For Windows XP or Vista
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Visit the product download page (see Resources).
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Click the “Download” button.
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Select “Save” in the pop-up dialog box and select “Desktop” as the destination folder.
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Run the file after it downloads. Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
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