Here's some additional information:
- I tried running Download Manager as an Administrator; no change
- I tried changning the Compatibility Property tab to Windows XP SP3; no change
- I tried running Download Manager in Windows XP Mode (Virtual PC). Interestingly, the status reads "Downloading", whereas in my regular Windows 7 setup status never gets past "Checking files". The progress bar still never makes it past 0.0% though.
I've run out of things to try. Looking forward to your response,
John