Finally got to installing assets (after leaving my computer on for 25 hrs to download), however the installer got stuck at 62% for about half an hr. I can't seem to cut a break.
I looked again through the forums for a fix, they suggested using the repair tool on the launcher.
Now its downloading some files again at 500-600 kbps, and judging by the progress bar, it will take several hours too
Also, just wanted to add that my swtor folder is currently 66 gb, not sure why. I was under the impression the game is around 25-27 gb.
I do hope this repair will fix it and all the downloading would be done by then and it should install and work fine.
I really do want to play the game and payed for the subscription (I have about 30 days left of it)