windows file protection error after downloading updates

[Guest]

hi
I would appreciate it if anyone could help me resolve this. I downloaded
several updates and during the updates I received this Windows File
Protection message. It states that necessary files have been replaced &
that original files need to be restored. It says that the location from
which the files should be copied
C:\windows\servicepackfiles\i386/controls.man is not available. It says to
insert XP KB900725 Source Files. I haven't had any success locating a fix
on MS website.
I have not rebooted since the download. I would appreciate any help on
fixing this if anyone has a solution. THANK YOU

Scott

 

[FrankV]

In the run screen type "sfc /scannow" which verifies all the OS files and
may fix your problem. You probably will need the Windows Operating System CD
that came with your computer.

FrankV

 

[umwhat]

Frank,

Does it matter that the CD doesn't have all the updates from Microsoft?

....this question has been lurking in my mind for a while.

 

[FrankV]

I do not know how it works but I have never had a problem by running it. I
would guess that if any where modified after a damaged file is reloaded then
it would be a "new" update in the Microsoft Update.

FrankV