Error: "Install Adobe Setup using Setup.exe" when you install non-English versions of Adobe CS3

Issue

You see the error message, "Please install Adobe Setup using Setup.exe", in English when you install non-English versions of Adobe Creative Suite 3.

Reason

You double-clicked "WinBootstrapper.msi" instead of "Setup.exe" to start the installer.

Solution

Do one of the following solutions:

Solution 1: Start the installer from the Autoplay screen.

Insert the DVD and double-click the "Install Adobe Creative Suite 3" icon.

Solution 2: Start the installer from the setup file.

To start the installer from the setup file:

  1. Right-click on the Start Menu and choose Explore.
  2. Click the Adobe Creative Suite 3 DVD icon.
  3. Double-click on Setup."
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install.

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