The following is a step by step guide on how to download the Windows 7 Release Candidate efficiently without slowdowns or page errors. The normal process is currently under heavy load and it is not a real pleasure to try to log complete the procedure over and over again. Here is what you need to know to speed up this process:
1. Open the Microsoft Windows 7 website.
2. Instead of scrolling down to pick the Windows 7 Release Candidate you click on the IT pros: Get the RC plus expert advice link in the right sidebar. (direct links: MSDN, Technet)
3. Click on Sign In in the upper right corner, this should be very fast. The sign in opens in a new window. You need a Windows Live account to sign in.
4. Scroll down and pick your edition of the Windows 7 RC that you want to download.
5. The process will be much faster since you are already logged in. Microsoft will display a small form. Fill out the information and continue. The next page should display the Windows 7 Release Candidate product key plus the download link.
6. Keep the download window open until it finishes downloading
