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[danlin78]

I have that Windows Update icon display at lower-right corner for a few
days, the status remained at Downloading updates: 0%. it won't go away or
finish downloading, just stay at 0%. what's wrong? thanks

 

[Guest]

I have the same problem on many PCs I take care of at a TV station. I wish
Microsoft would address this issue because there are many people having the
same problem.

 

[Rock]

I have that Windows Update icon display at lower-right corner for a few
days, the status remained at Downloading updates: 0%. it won't go away or
finish downloading, just stay at 0%. what's wrong? thanks

You're in the queue for downloading SP2. If you want, download the full
version, 266 MB, from here:

http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/sp2predl.mspx
Choose the Download and Deploy Service Pack 2 to Multiple Computers link.

Or get a copy of the SP2 CD from Staples or attached to the cover of
some of the recent computer magazines.

Review these documents before installing the SP2 upgrade. Preparation
is the key:

Installing Service Packs
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/xpsp2.htm
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/spackins.htm

Pre-Install, Install, Tidying Up Afterwards
http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=45

What to Know Before You Download and Install Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/sp2_whattoknow.mspx

Get the Latest Updates and Information from Your PC Manufacturer Before
Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/oemlinks.mspx

The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=837783

Using programs and hardware with Service Pack 2 (SP2)
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh;ln;xpsp2swhw

Programs that may behave differently in Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=884130

If running Office 2003 make sure you have the latest Service Pack
http://office.microsoft.com/home/default.aspx

Changes to Functionality in Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/sp2chngs.mspx

Windows XP Service Pack 2: What's New for Internet Explorer and Outlook
Express
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/ieoeoverview.mspx

Windows XP Service Pack 2 Support Center
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh;EN-US;windowsxpsp2

Free Technical Support for SP2
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh;en-us;Prodoffer80&sd=GN