XP SP2 Install fails

[Tongue]

I downloaded the entire XP SP2 service pack and tried to install it on a PC
running XP Pro and Office XP and not mucj else at this point. The PC has all
the services packs up to date. I unloaded the anti-virus software and
started the XP SP2 install. The progress bar got about 1/2 way thru and came
up with an error message that said the "the installer has encountered a
problem and needs to close". I had a restore point I created just before the
trying the install so I was able to recover but would love to know where to
start looking for the possible cause. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[Rick \Nutcase\ Rogers]

Hi,

Possibly a bad download, but more likely interference from something else
running. Ensure no applications are running, not just your antivirus
software. Check the processes tab of task manager for unnecessary items.

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers, aka "Nutcase" - Microsoft MVP

Associate Expert - WindowsXP Expert Zone

Windows help - www.rickrogers.org