It is possible that the problem with the offline SiteBuilder relates to the Microsoft Java Virtual Machine.

In order to use Homestead SiteBuilder, many people have to download and install the latest version of the MS JavaVM.

Check for old JavaVM version 3167

Please determine what version of the Java Virtual Machine your PC is running - here's how:

1. Click the 'Start' menu on your computer's desktop, and select 'Programs'.

2. Look for an application titled 'MS-DOS' or 'Command Prompt' and select it. If you do not see either one of these applications, select 'Accessories' and then look for and select the 'MS-DOS' or 'Command Prompt' application. (A black 'MS-DOS' or 'Command Prompt' window will appear.)

3. In the 'MS-DOS' or 'Command Prompt' window, type 'jview' and press the 'Enter' key. (Some scrolling text will appear in the 'MS-DOS' or 'Command Prompt' window.)

4. The text line that appears immediately after the word 'jview' will look something like this:

Microsoft (R) Command-line Loader for Java Version 5.00.3802

This text line displays the version of your Java Virtual Machine (e.g. Java Version 5.00.3802).

Please check to make sure the old version (ver. 3167) of the JavaVM is uninstalled from your computer.

1. To do this, please download a special uninstaller application for ver. 3167, click here.

2. Double click on the file.

3. You will see a "Warning" window about uninstalling the MS JavaVM, click "OK".

To install the latest version of Microsoft JavaVM:

Note: In case of an incorrect or flawed installation of the latest version of JavaVM, you can reinstall the application again.

1. Please click here for Microsoft VM build 3810 for Windows 95/98, Windows Me, Windows NT 4.0 and Windows XP

for Windows NT and 2000 users, please follow these instructions:

1. Connect to the Internet and using a Web browser go to: http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/

   (Note: If you have not used Windows Update before, you may be prompted to install an "Active-X control" from Microsoft.)

2. Click "Scan for updates".
3. After the scan is done, click "Review and install updates".
4. Look at the list of available updates for Windows 2000/NT system and make sure to install the "816093 Microsoft VM Security Update package".
   ***NOTE: If you experience any problems using "Windows Update" or errors while installing the Java VM update, please consult Microsoft Support at:
   http://support.microsoft.com/

2. Download the appropriate installer to your desktop

3. Double-click on the downloaded file. It should begin the installation/updating process.

Once you've updated and installed the latest VM, please restart the computer.

Note: Keep the JavaVM installer file somewhere in case you have to reinstall the JavaVM again.