Windows 7 x64 and Sony eBook Library

ahintz · 01-11-2009, 01:41 PM

I realize it is very early days for Windows 7 at this point, but I decided to install the x64 version as a VM on my MacBook Pro. So far, it is running very well - better then Vista. The only problem I have is that the Sony eBook Library doesn't run - if I watch processes, I notice it start and then almost immediately stop. It doesn't throw up any error messages. Anyone else try this yet, with better results?

JSWolf · 01-11-2009, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ahintz

I realize it is very early days for Windows 7 at this point, but I decided to install the x64 version as a VM on my MacBook Pro. So far, it is running very well - better then Vista. The only problem I have is that the Sony eBook Library doesn't run - if I watch processes, I notice it start and then almost immediately stop. It doesn't throw up any error messages. Anyone else try this yet, with better results?

Which version of eBook Library are you trying to run?

Mick4545 · 01-12-2009, 08:03 AM

I have exactly the same issue with windows 7. Software ver: 2.5

BobVA · 01-12-2009, 06:48 PM

Mick:
Are you running Windows 7 64 bit or 32 bit?

Cheers,
Bob

JSWolf · 01-12-2009, 10:38 PM

The best thing to try is dump x64 Windows 7 and install x32 Windows 7. x64 Windows brings with it a set of baggage you really do not need.

lilac_jive · 01-12-2009, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSWolf

The best thing to try is dump x64 Windows 7 and install x32 Windows 7.

He shouldn't have to, since 2.5 handles 64, unless I'm horribly mistaken.

Dedale · 01-12-2009, 10:57 PM

I had the issue with the 32bit version of 7.
Right click on the ebook Sony program icon and select the menu "Troubleshoot Compatibility".

It will run few tests and ask you if the program run in previous version of windows, indicate Vista and it will open it.

I'm pretty sure it will do also with the 64bit version of 7.

pilotbob · 01-12-2009, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSWolf

The best thing to try is dump x64 Windows 7 and install x32 Windows 7. x64 Windows brings with it a set of baggage you really do not need.

I disagree. That is 2003 thinking. 64-Bit XP was a Joke. 64-Bit Vista got a slow start but it is pretty mainstream these days. Check the Best Buy adds, many of the higher end machines ship with 64-Bit. Since Win7 is basically Vista.1 all of the Vista drivers will work just as well in Win7.

Also, if eBook Library works on Vista 64-bit it will work just the same on Win7 64bit.

BOb

keng2000 · 01-12-2009, 11:45 PM

I am afraid you will get problem with VMWare Fusion or Parallel instead.
As known information, USB drivers via Virtual machine may screw up the software communication otherthan x32/x64 coding.
Generally, X64 system can handle most x32 Applicatiions except System application such asAntivirus)
Windows7 beta (kernel 6.1 and will be 7.0 soon) is a real Vista (kernel 6.0)

I confirm the latest sony elib 2.5 work fine on Windows 7 Beta 1 Build 7000.0.081212-1400 64Bit Native OS

ahintz · 01-13-2009, 03:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dedale

I had the issue with the 32bit version of 7.
Right click on the ebook Sony program icon and select the menu "Troubleshoot Compatibility".

It will run few tests and ask you if the program run in previous version of windows, indicate Vista and it will open it.

I'm pretty sure it will do also with the 64bit version of 7.

Thanks for the help! That fixed it. I'll have to wait until next week when I go into the Sony Style store in SF to exchange my 500 for a 505 to verify connectivity, but at least I can browse the store and download books.

ahintz · 01-13-2009, 03:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by keng2000

I am afraid you will get problem with VMWare Fusion or Parallel instead.
As known information, USB drivers via Virtual machine may screw up the software communication otherthan x32/x64 coding.
Generally, X64 system can handle most x32 Applicatiions except System application such asAntivirus)
Windows7 beta (kernel 6.1 and will be 7.0 soon) is a real Vista (kernel 6.0)

I confirm the latest sony elib 2.5 work fine on Windows 7 Beta 1 Build 7000.0.081212-1400 64Bit Native OS

My problem wasn't with USB communication (although I know there can be issues with a VM) - the program wouldn't launch at all until I told it to run under Vista compatibility. If you have been able to get it to launch without using the Troubleshoot Compatibility tool on Windows 7, then perhaps there is something weird with Fusion and Windows 7, although so far the Sony eBook Library software has been the only software I've had any problems with.

In the past, using XP SP3 x86 (32-bit), I haven't had any problems copying books over using the USB cable to my PRS-500. Where the USB issue has cropped up is in updating the firmware of the Reader. For that I've had to use a PC I have lying around. Fortunately, I don't have to do that too often!

Pendergast · 01-13-2009, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dedale

I had the issue with the 32bit version of 7.
Right click on the ebook Sony program icon and select the menu "Troubleshoot Compatibility".

It worked like a charm!!!!
Great great thanks

Pendergast

Mick4545 · 01-14-2009, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobVA

Mick:
Are you running Windows 7 64 bit or 32 bit?

Cheers,
Bob

64 bit. I've reluctantly gone back to Vista as none of my DVD drives worked with Win7. I like Win7 a lot and will move to it on its release.

kfarmer · 01-18-2009, 01:17 AM

My only problem with the ebook library and win7 x64 is that, if I sync long enough, that it'll trigger a memory leak in the process. This is pretty annoying when I'd like to sync collections.

Unfortunately, my only respite so far has been to wipe the reader's memory and try again.

intwtl · 01-18-2009, 08:51 AM

I also cannot install the reader software 2.5 on Windows 7 32 bit. It at first appears to install then when I try to run the program the activity circle runs but no program.

When I attempt to install it using the troubleshoot compatability mode still no joy.

Anyone found a solution ?

01-11-2009, 01:41 PM	#1
ahintz Zealot Posts: 107 Karma: 322 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA Device: Kindle PW/iPhone5/iPad (3)/Nook ST	Windows 7 x64 and Sony eBook Library I realize it is very early days for Windows 7 at this point, but I decided to install the x64 version as a VM on my MacBook Pro. So far, it is running very well - better then Vista. The only problem I have is that the Sony eBook Library doesn't run - if I watch processes, I notice it start and then almost immediately stop. It doesn't throw up any error messages. Anyone else try this yet, with better results?

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JSWolf Resident Curmudgeon Posts: 73,897 Karma: 128597114 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Roslindale, Massachusetts Device: Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650, PRS-T1, nook STR, PW3	The best thing to try is dump x64 Windows 7 and install x32 Windows 7. x64 Windows brings with it a set of baggage you really do not need.

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Dedale Guest Star Posts: 146 Karma: 9848 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Montreal (Canada) Device: Sony PRS-700, Nook STR	I had the issue with the 32bit version of 7. Right click on the ebook Sony program icon and select the menu "Troubleshoot Compatibility". It will run few tests and ask you if the program run in previous version of windows, indicate Vista and it will open it. I'm pretty sure it will do also with the 64bit version of 7.

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keng2000 Researcher and Consultant Posts: 210 Karma: 364 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bangkok, THAILAND Device: MACBOOKPRO17" HP2400TX SONYUX27	I am afraid you will get problem with VMWare Fusion or Parallel instead. As known information, USB drivers via Virtual machine may screw up the software communication otherthan x32/x64 coding. Generally, X64 system can handle most x32 Applicatiions except System application such asAntivirus) Windows7 beta (kernel 6.1 and will be 7.0 soon) is a real Vista (kernel 6.0) I confirm the latest sony elib 2.5 work fine on Windows 7 Beta 1 Build 7000.0.081212-1400 64Bit Native OS

01-18-2009, 01:17 AM	#14
kfarmer Gizzzzmo Nerd Posts: 117 Karma: 1035585 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Seattle, WA Device: Kindle, iPad	My only problem with the ebook library and win7 x64 is that, if I sync long enough, that it'll trigger a memory leak in the process. This is pretty annoying when I'd like to sync collections. Unfortunately, my only respite so far has been to wipe the reader's memory and try again.

01-18-2009, 08:51 AM	#15
intwtl Member Posts: 10 Karma: 10 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Penang Malaysia Device: Sony PRS-T3, Kobo H2O Ver2	I also cannot install the reader software 2.5 on Windows 7 32 bit. It at first appears to install then when I try to run the program the activity circle runs but no program. When I attempt to install it using the troubleshoot compatability mode still no joy. Anyone found a solution ?

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