Running Windows 7 and can't use my Photosuite 7 Platinum

The PhotoSuite 4 program is very old and won't work under Windows 7. http://sonic.net/mnitepub/pccafe/reviews/photosuite4/photosuite4.html says that the version 4 Platinum edition ran under Win95-Win2000 versions of the Windows OS. Thus even the compatibility mode probably won't help under Windows 7 32-bit. You can try it though by right clicking on the installer and then selecting Properties. In the Compatibility Mode tab, select Always Run this program in the compatibility mode and an older version of Windows. Then right click again and choose Run as Administrator. (You may have to do this again on the program itself.) Since Win7 64-bit requires signed drivers or programs, it is not as likely to work. (Check your version of Windows 7 by clicking Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. If the title of your OS ends with x64, you have the 64-bit OS. Otherwise, you have the 32-bit OS.)

If you have Windows 7 Pro or Ultimate (or upgrade to one of those versions), you can run a virtual version of XP for free. Download and install Microsoft's Virtual PC and then XP mode (in order). This works best if your CPU supports virtualization and you enable the feature in your computer's BIOS. (There are work-arounds for computers without virtualization. See the MS support pages.) Install your PhotoSuite inside the virtual XP program in that case.This old software may run in that case. (However, I've had some Win2K software that ran under XP with the compatibility mode but didn't run under the virtual XP. Note: virtual computers do have some additional limitations. They do not talk to the host hard drive and other hardware directly. (You can install a printer on the host machine or the virtual machine but not both.) You'll need to save files on external media (flash drive, optical disc or other hard drive) to transfer them between the machines).

Another option is to run an older version of Windows on another computer, as a dual boot computer or with Virtual PC (or another virtual computer package - VMWare or Parallels). In that case, you need a licensed version of the older Windows OS. Again install the program while running the older OS.

The final option is to upgrade to a Windows 7 compatible Photo editor and organizer. (Even the Microsoft Windows Live Photo Gallery has some of the features of Photosuite SE.)

I hope this helps.

Cindy Wells

If you have the original CD's then follow next:

Just today I was able to get PhotoSuite 4 to work in Windows 8. PhotoSuite 4 (P.S. 4) is dependent upon Internet Explorer 5 (I.E. 5) browser for its content/software to work. The original P.S. 4 CD has
I.E. 5 installer, I tried to install and the install quit with a check box to force install of all components. Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 8 was not affected in any way, that's how I got back here anyway.
I have read ton's of suggestions and one mentioned I.E. Browser dependency and walla it was the answer that took me ten minutes to get it up and running. P.S. 4 worked in windows 7 (update), not full install for me so I assume original I.E 5 files were replaced full install windows 8.
Good luck!

Hello henn..... What you are seeking is a driver. Go to the Roxio website where you will see a link to their free downloadable drivers. Select the driver for photosuite 7 and windows 7. Download it and then run it. Joe

Thanks for choosing Fixya!

Windows 7 and 8 much the same (32 and 64 bit) you may missing files for Internet Explorer.

Just today I was able to get PhotoSuite 4 to work in Windows 8. PhotoSuite 4 (P.S. 4) is dependent upon Internet Explorer 5 (I.E. 5) browser for its content/software to work. The original P.S. 4 CD has
I.E. 5 installer, I tried to install and the install quit with a check box to force install of all components. Internet Explorer 10 for Windows 8 was not affected in any way, that's how I got back here anyway.
I have read ton's of suggestions and one mentioned I.E. Browser dependency and walla it was the answer that took me ten minutes to get it up and running.
Good luck!

what OS are you running

Hi Carol,

I'm going to have to assume you have the standalone version of Photosuite, and not the version that comes with Easy Media Creator 7.

I don't know for sure if this will solve your problem, but try downloading this update:

http://www.roxio.com/enu/support/photosuite/software_updates.html

As a side note, if this doesn't solve your problem, could you elaborate on what you mean by Windows 7 isn't compatible? As in what happens when you try to run it?

Feel free to leave a comment if you have any further questions.

Good Luck :)

MGI Photosuite on Vista, THE FINAL SOLUTION!!! First you need to get hold of an MGI disc or a download. I have been trying to get MGI Photosuite III SE to install on Vista for months without success and then when I thought I'd finally sorted it I could not launch the program due to a script error. You do not need Virtual PC, Virtual XP or any add-ons. Simply find and right click the the MGI setup file, check the run in compatibility mode as Windows XP SP2 and install. After install, send a program launch shortcut to your desktop, right click, go to properties and check the Windows XP compatibility mode once again. Finally, while you still have the compatibility screen open add a tick check to Run As Administrator. Hey presto my beloved MGI Photosuite is back! MGI is fantastic for being user friendly and simple, and although I know other users insist there are better programs, I’ve tried loads and I still think it’s a winner.

Download and install adobe reader for manual, if needed
use Get Adobe Reader button on this page
http://www.adobe.com

Manual link (two choose based on directions)
http://www.bushnell.com/customer_service/manuals/binoculars.cfm

There may be no driver required for vista for the USB access to the camera.

However one of the manuals indicate Roxio may provide updates for photosuite. No assurances there are that either link to provided software is applicable to your version however generally updaters will not update the incorrect software. There is also no notation that these are or are not Vista Compatible.

This Vista support link may help
http://kb.roxio.com/content/kb/General%20Information/000004GN


This Update is PhotoSuite Version Specific, you will need to find the version of PhotoSuite installed on your system before selecting the update.
To find the version of PhotoSuite that you have installed first open PhotoSuite and then Go To "Help" and then to "About Roxio PhotoSuite", once the About box opens you will find the version at the bottom center.
If you have version 5.1.2529.0 or higher this update is not needed.
Updates the PhotoSuite components of Easy CD & DVD Creator 6 PhotoSuite version 5.0.1366.0 only.
Note: The latest Easy CD & DVD Creator Engine update should have already been installed.
(This update will take 5 to 20 minutes to install, there is no progress bar, so you should not interrupt it.)

Download


Updates the PhotoSuite components of Easy CD & DVD Creator 6 PhotoSuite version 5.0.1419.0 only.
Note: The latest Easy CD & DVD Creator Engine update should have already been installed.
(This update will take 5 to 20 minutes to install, there is no progress bar, so you should not interrupt it.)

Download

Update PhotoSuite 7 Platinum to 7.0.430.0 (English Only)
Important Note:
This updater is intended only for the stand alone version of Roxio PhotoSuite 7 Platinum. If your version of PhotoSuite 7 was included with Easy Media Creator 7 then please (use those listed above) for the correct updater.

Download

Download and install adobe reader for manual, if needed
use Get Adobe Reader button on this page
http://www.adobe.com

Manual link (two but these appear to be the same)
http://www.bushnell.com/customer_service/manuals/binoculars.cfm

There may be no driver required for vista for the USB access to the camera.

However the manuals indicate Roxio may provide updates for photosuite. No assurances there are that either link to provided software is applicable to your version however generally updaters will not update the incorrect software. There is also no notation that these are or are not Vista Compatible.

This Vista support link may help
http://kb.roxio.com/content/kb/General%20Information/000004GN


This Update is PhotoSuite Version Specific, you will need to find the version of PhotoSuite installed on your system before selecting the update.
To find the version of PhotoSuite that you have installed first open PhotoSuite and then Go To "Help" and then to "About Roxio PhotoSuite", once the About box opens you will find the version at the bottom center.
If you have version 5.1.2529.0 or higher this update is not needed.
Updates the PhotoSuite components of Easy CD & DVD Creator 6 PhotoSuite version 5.0.1366.0 only.
Note: The latest Easy CD & DVD Creator Engine update should have already been installed.
(This update will take 5 to 20 minutes to install, there is no progress bar, so you should not interrupt it.)

Download


Updates the PhotoSuite components of Easy CD & DVD Creator 6 PhotoSuite version 5.0.1419.0 only.
Note: The latest Easy CD & DVD Creator Engine update should have already been installed.
(This update will take 5 to 20 minutes to install, there is no progress bar, so you should not interrupt it.)

Download

Update PhotoSuite 7 Platinum to 7.0.430.0 (English Only)
Important Note:
This updater is intended only for the stand alone version of Roxio PhotoSuite 7 Platinum. If your version of PhotoSuite 7 was included with Easy Media Creator 7 then please (use those listed above) for the correct updater.

Download