how to reinstall xp without data loss?

G

Guest

Hi,

I am unable to boot into windows (including safe mode & F8 mode). I have
installed lots of software & i dont want to lose them (or reinstall them). My
windows xp professional & service pack 2 are available as 2 separate CDs. How
do i reinstall xp with sp2 without data loss & without the need to reinstall
the applications?

with regards,
murali
 
G

Guest

Andrew E. said:
You should be able to boot to xp cd,select "install xp" select "repair this
copy"..This
deletes all xp updates but retains data & user files as is/was....
Click to expand...

it gives error that it was unable to delete certain files.

with regards,
murali
 
G

Guest

You should be able to boot to xp cd,select "install xp" select "repair this
copy"..This
deletes all xp updates but retains data & user files as is/was....
 
P

peter

You need to slipstream that SP2 into the original XP.........
Do a google for 'Slipstream XP'
peter
 

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