MS Update fpor .NET Framework

[Dallas]

Not knowing I ask; how important is this & did I read it correctly, it
takes 12 hours ?

thanks ia

 

[JS]

If you use a Dial-up connection it could take that long or more.
High speed internet service and the download time will not
be all that bad.

After the download completes the installation does take a while
so you should not use the PC for anything else until the install
completes. Note: When you see the message that the installation
has completed and you are asked to "Reboot/Restart" your PC
wait until you see the hard disk activity stop and stays idle
for at least 1 minute, then you can reboot.

Do you need this update: There is a lot of discussion on
this but if you check the current versions of .NET installed
on your PC (Control Panel, Add/Remove programs) then
based on what versions on .NET you have installed I may
be able to save you some time and disk space.

 

[Dallas]

Great JS, thanks SO much ! Yea, I have DSL, but it's not the fastest, but I
can go ahead & run it.

As far as the current Framework, I am trying to Post a screen cap but got
it too big - do you need all of them or the most recent ?

Again, thanks

 

[Dallas]

ok, I tried a smaller version of the screen cap of the add/remove re: the
framework, but it said it was still too large ! also, i cannot copy & paste
from it, so when I get back from my dr. appt. I'll try & write each one down
for you, unless you don't need them all.

Again, much thanks! Also, I appreciate your civility.

 

[JS]

Just reply by including the Basic entries in the Add/Remove list.
Example:

Framework v1.0

Framework 1.1

Framework 2.0 Service Pack 2

Framework 3.0 Service Pack 2

Framework 3.5 SP1

 

[Dallas]

Again, thanks JS.

Here ya go:

Framework 1.1

Framework 2.0 Service Pack 1

Framework 2

Framework 1

Framework 3.0 SP 1

Then there's a lot of CA, CRT, WPF 3 x86, WCS, WPF, WP, 1, 2, 3

I don't see the SP 2 in there either.

 

[JS]

OK, I'll see if I can give you a list of updates to
install with going all the way and downloading/installing
the entire update.

 

[JS]

This will bring your PC up to date (Less the large .NET 3.5 SP1 download)

Note: When installing each of these Service Packs even though
the status may indicate the installation has completed and may
ask you to restart your PC, keep an eye on the hard drive light
activity or use 'Task Manager' until your PC shows no disk activity
or task manager show the CPU is in a 'Idle' state for at least
30 seconds to 1 minute before restarting/rebooting the PC.

Install order.
1) Net Framework Redistributable 1.0 SP2
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...D5-EE3C-4BDF-AE28-56D2DF77151E&displaylang=en
(Includes SP1)

2) Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0 Service Pack 3:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...61-4A92-4106-A9BC-83E78D4ABC5B&displaylang=en

3) NET Framework 1.1 Service Pack 1
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...4F-088E-40B2-BBDB-A83353618B38&displaylang=en

4) Net Framework 1.1 hotfix (kb886903)
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...8A-29EB-49CF-9DBC-1A0DC2273FF9&displaylang=en

5) NET Framework 2.0 Service Pack 2
(You indicated that you already have .Net 2.0 SP1 installed)
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...58-915b-4eb5-9b1d-10e506da9d0f&displaylang=en
32 Bit Windows download File is named = NetFx20SP2_x86.exe
(Restart is required)

6) Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Family Update for Windows XP x86, and
Windows Server 2003 x86
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...54-6450b0212565&displaylang=en&displaylang=en
Note: Disregard the title of the article.
Scroll down the web page to the section titled: "Files in This Download"
You want the 32 Bit Windows download file named = NDP20SP2-KB958481-x86.exe
(8.6MB)
(This is the "Family Update" for .Net 2.0 SP2)

7) There is no stand alone .Net Framework 3.0 SP2 download file, so you will
not be able to
install the "Family Update" for .Net 3.0 as the Family Update requires that
3.0 SP2 is installed before trying to install the Family Update, and
unfortunately the only way to install .Net 3.0 SP2 is by downloading and
installing the .NET 3.5 SP1 update that you are trying to avoid.

 

[Dallas]

thanks very much JS, for all the work, the instructions & patience with me -
i'll try this in the next day or two - not feeling too well

i didn't mention the hotfix, but think i have that - will double check

enjoy the weekend

 

[JS]

Here is a list of .Net Framework security updates.
Take note that not all apply to Windows XP and
not all are "English" language updates.
http://catalog.update.microsoft.com/v7/site/Search.aspx?q=net framework security

Most likely these updates will also be available when you use
"Windows Update", unless you have them already installed.

 

[Dallas]

hi js

so i just start at the top & work my way down ? & if already installed,
they will either not install or the priors will be over written ?

thanks again js!

 

[JS]

Start at the top and if already installed just skip past what you
already have installed.

 

[Dallas]

thanks js but do i need restart after each d/l & install ?

 

[Dallas]

i tried to attach a very small error message & it says "too large" ! what a
crock as i never had this problem in the past as i could attach & insert
screen caps, but since i updated the Gadwin print screen program it won't
allow me to attach/insert anything !

anyway, i tried the first framework update & got a small error message that
something was not found that would allow it to install

 

[JS]

You only need to restart if you are prompted to restart.
If and when you are asked to restart wait until all disk
activity stops which will be about 1 to 2 minutes after
the restart message appears.

 

[JS]

Need more detail on the error message!
What was not found?

 

[Dallas]

I know & thanks JS as I will have to longhand it as it's about 100 words
long & for some reason, I can't Capture it & Reduce it, so bear with me;
thanks again

 

[Dallas]

Ok, JS, here ya go:

* the update patch cannot be installed by the windows installer service
because the program to be upgraded may be missing, of the upgrade patch may
update a different version of the program. verify that the program to be
upgraded exists on your computer and that you have the correct upgrade patch
*

ok, 1/2 of 100 words - eyes are as bad as the neuropathy laden hands

thanks js

 

[JS]

OK, grab a paper and pen and go to the Control Panel/Add or Remove Programs
and write down each version of .NET listed.

Use this article as an aid to help identify each version:
"How to determine which versions of the .NET Framework are installed and
whether service packs have been applied:"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/318785

Once you have your list, download this .ZIP file and run the executable it
contains.
..NET Framework Setup Verification Tool:
http://blogs.msdn.com/astebner/pages/8999004.aspx
"This .NET Framework setup verification tool is designed to automatically
perform a set of steps to verify the installation state of one or more
versions of the .NET Framework on a computer."

You will find a pull down in this tool so you can run the verification
process on each version you have identified.
If all your versions (identified in this list you created) of .NET pass,
then start with the lowest version installed on your PC and the install the
service pack (if it not installed)

If a version "Fails" the test then uninstall that version and reinstall it.

 

[Dallas]

js thjanks but wanted top advise you i am not avoidimg you, rathr, the
neurropathy in my hands has rendered them, well, noit useless, but its all i
can do to do daily things around the hopuse - i look forward tot getting
back on & applying whatg you suggesteed

tyhanks agaiun - enjoy your weekned