XP SP3 updates fails

[Graley]

I recently had to replace a hard disk. The repair people installed an
old version of Windows XP. I updated to SP3.

But when I later tried to run Windows update, all I get is "error". I
tried referring to FAQ but could find no reason why.

I turned off virus protection, and have the latest update software.

Any ideas on why I cannot update the new SP3 are very welcome.

 

[Mick Murphy]

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/ph/6527#tab1

See if you can find your Error message at the link above.

 

[TaurArian]

I recently had to replace a hard disk. The repair people installed an old
version of Windows XP. I updated to SP3.

But when I later tried to run Windows update, all I get is "error". I
tried referring to FAQ but could find no reason why.

I turned off virus protection, and have the latest update software.

Any ideas on why I cannot update the new SP3 are very welcome.

Ignore the title, you may require method 2-

Updates are not installed successfully from Windows Update, from Microsoft
Update, or by using Automatic Updates after you perform a new Windows XP
installation or you repair a Windows XP installation
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144

Xposted to Windows Updates for convenience.
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TaurArian [MVP] 2005-2009 - Update Services
http://taurarian.mvps.org
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How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
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[LAV6996]

Ignore the title, you may require method 2-

Updates are not installed successfully from Windows Update, from Microsoft
Update, or by using Automatic Updates after you perform a new Windows XP
installation or you repair a Windows XP installation
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144

Xposted to Windows Updates for convenience.
--

TaurArian [MVP] 2005-2009 - Update Services
http://taurarian.mvps.org
======================================
How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
Disclaimer: The information has been posted "as is" with no warranties or
guarantees and doesn't give any rights.
Computer Maintenance: Acronis / Diskeeper / Paragon / Raxco