Guide to Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 Offline Installer for Windows 7 (64-bit)
To log the installation for debugging:
For Windows 7 users, the default web installer can often fail due to outdated system files or lack of an active internet connection during deployment. The Offline Installer (Standalone Installer) is a standalone executable that contains all the necessary components. It does not require a live internet connection during installation, making it ideal for deploying on multiple machines or troubleshooting connection errors. Guide to Microsoft