.NET Framework 3.0 SP1 :: How to get the redistributable package
The .Net Framework 3.0 SP1 has only a boot strap version available for download.
The download site link is give below:
To install this package the computer must be connected to Internet.
Hence every time you start the installation the full package needs to be downloaded. There could be a situation when the installation of the framework might fail. If the installation fails and you restart the installation the boot strap will try to download the full package again. You may also want to install the framework on a computer which is not connected to the Internet at all.
So this is mostly applicable to the scenario where you have a very specific requirement of SP1 for Framework 3.0 or you do not have Internet connection available where you are trying to install Framework 3.0 SP1.
Resolution
The steps give below can be done once to capture the full package.
1. Start -> Run -> %temp% ## this will open the logged in users temp folder.
2. Now start the setup using the boot strap that you have downloaded.
3. Let it show you the message to accept or reject the EULA.
4. At this point look at the temp folder to see if there is a folder by name "dotnetfx3521022.08".
5. Open the folder and navigate until you find the downloaded the SP1 package.
6. You can copy the file and save it in a different location on the hard drive.
7. Later this file can be used to install on a different computer.
You may install or cancel the installation on this computer after this.
The above steps is only helpful with Framework 3.0 SP1 Installation