How to Use Setuptools, Alternatives?

[Irmen de Jong]

On 29-5-2011 23:41, ray wrote:
> I have Python 2.7 on Win7 Pro on a tightly locked down desktop.  I
> would like to install Networkx from an egg.  From what I have read,
> Setuptools can be used for this.

What does 'tightly locked down' mean?


> I don't know how to install Setuptools.  The exe will not work.  On
> execution, it reports that the Python version is not included in the
> registry.

That can be fixed by repairing the Python installation through its .msi.
Also, are you sure you used the python 2.7 setuptools exe?

> Further, I can not input the version and location on the
> subsequent installation screen, the fields will not accept focus so I
> can not input the values.
> 
> Since the exe will not install, I considered using the Setuptools
> egg.  But it requires Setuptools.  It appears to be a circle.
> 
> What are some suggestions for installing this?
> 
> Thanks,
> ray

Perhaps you can try VirtualEnv and PiP instead.

Irmen