How do I manually download and install Java for my Windows computer?
Oct 16, 2019 Java Platform, Standard Edition (Java SE) permits you to deploy Java applications on desktops as well as servers. JavaRA can remove old versions and install the latest. Available for 64-bit This package provides you with Java Runtime Environment as well as the relevant libraries and components needed for displaying multiple programs and Web content.
This article applies to:- Platform(s): Windows 2008 Server, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows XP, Windows Server 2012, Windows Vista, Windows 10
- Java version(s): 7.0, 8.0
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The procedure to install Java broadly consists of: » Windows System RequirementsNote: Installing Java requires that you can gain administrator access to Windows on your computer.
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It is recommended, before you proceed with online installation you may want to disable your Internet firewall. In some cases the default firewall settings are set to reject all automatic or online installations such as the Java online installation. If the firewall is not configured appropriately it may stall the download/install operation of Java under certain conditions. Refer to your specific Internet firewall manual for instructions on how to disable your Internet Firewall.
- Go to the Manual download page
- Click on Windows Online
- The File Download dialog box appears prompting you to run or save the download file
- To run the installer, click Run.
- To save the file for later installation, click Save.
Choose the folder location and save the file to your local system.
Tip: Save the file to a known location on your computer, for example, to your desktop.
Double-click on the saved file to start the installation process.
- The installation process starts. Click the Install button to accept the license terms and to continue with the installation.
- Oracle has partnered with companies that offer various products. The installer may present you with option to install these programs when you install Java. After ensuring that the desired programs are selected, click the Next button to continue the installation.
- A few brief dialogs confirm the last steps of the installation process; click Close on the last dialog. This will complete Java installation process.
Detect older versions (8u20 and later versions). Starting with Java 8 Update 20 (8u20), on Windows systems, the Java Uninstall Tool is integrated with the installer to provide an option to remove older versions of Java from the system. The change is applicable to 32 bit and 64 bit Windows platforms.
Notifications about disabled Java and restoring prompts
The installer notifies you if Java content is disabled in web browsers, and provides instructions for enabling it. If you previously chose to hide some of the security prompts for applets and Java Web Start applications, the installer provides an option for restoring the prompts. The installer may ask you to reboot your computer if you chose not to restart an internet browser when it prompted you to do so.
Test InstallationTo test that Java is installed and working properly on your computer, run this test applet.
NOTE: You may need to restart (close and re-open) your browser to enable the Java installation in your browser.
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