SXS.DLL: syntax error in manifest or policy file

[Dougie]

Im trying to do a fresh install of Windows XP on a
machine that Ive previously had XP installed on. However
now when I try to install it on a clean hardrive Im
getting fatal error

SXS.DLL: syntax error in manifest or policy file "c:\I386
\asms\1000\msft\windows\gdiplus\gdiplus.man" on line 4

I've read the problem being resolved by everything from
bad memory, replacing the cdrom and a corrupt gdiplus.man
file.

Does anyone know?

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

"Manifest Parse Error" is indicative of a bad CD. Use the
original Windows XP installation CD. If you are using it,
then request a replacement.

How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[ln];326246

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

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| Im trying to do a fresh install of Windows XP on a
| machine that Ive previously had XP installed on. However
| now when I try to install it on a clean hardrive Im
| getting fatal error
|
| SXS.DLL: syntax error in manifest or policy file "c:\I386
| \asms\1000\msft\windows\gdiplus\gdiplus.man" on line 4
|
| I've read the problem being resolved by everything from
| bad memory, replacing the cdrom and a corrupt gdiplus.man
| file.
|
| Does anyone know?