Guest Dudley Henriques Posted June 16, 2008 Posted June 16, 2008 Just thought of something that might need an answer please. I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator work. I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due to stability issues with Vista. Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now available for XP. Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason. As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to approach the issue I'm explaining here?? -- Dudley Henriques
Guest JS Posted June 16, 2008 Posted June 16, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question First thing you should do is to create an image backup of Windows as it is now (prior to SP3 install). The image backup should get you out of trouble should all hell break loose! No image backup software then use: True Image (has a 15 day trial version available) http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ You should be able to download the SP3 .exe file (using your MAC) and burn it to a CD. (File is large but will only install components that you PC requires) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=5b33b5a8-5e76-401f-be08-1e1555d4f3d4&DisplayLang=en ISO image version of SP3 - used to create install CD: (You MAC must have CD burning software that can use an ISO as source) http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=2fcde6ce-b5fb-4488-8c50-fe22559d164e&DisplayLang=en Other useful info: How to obtain the latest Windows XP service pack http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322389 Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34-40be-8d85-6bb4f56f5110&displaylang=en Be sure to download and read the file titled 'Overview of Windows XP Service Pack 3' Note: "You can run the SP3 update package on any edition of Windows XP SP1 or SP2." The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 3 Discusses the hard disk space requirements for installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) (For a PC on which Windows XP is already installed) http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947311/en-us Installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsxp/cc164204.aspx Release notes for the Windows XP Service Pack 3 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/936929/en-us List of fixes that are included in Windows XP Service Pack 3 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946480/ Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 Recommends steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3. Also includes troubleshooting information. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717/en-us How to troubleshoot an unsuccessful installation of Windows XP Service Pack 3 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950718/en-us Free unlimited installation and compatibility support (Via Email, Chat or Phone support) http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?ln=en-us&prid=11273&gprid=522131 Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode: How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 SP3 Issues: Windows XP SP3 Issues and Fixes Continued: (Note: there is a section of this article devoted to System Restore points, read it!) http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/2008/05/25/pitstop-news-flash-sp3-still-no-go-flash-xp-sp3-still-not-ready-news-flash-do-not-install/ Error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 3: "Access is denied" or "Service Pack installation did not complete" http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949377/en-us You do not have enough free disk space on %SystemDrive% to install Service Pack 3 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949385 You receive a "Stop 0x0000007E" error message after you upgrade to Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Service Pack 3 on a non-Intel-processor-based computer http://support.microsoft.com/kb/888372 Error message after you upgrade a computer that uses a processor other than an Intel processor to Windows XP Service Pack 2 or to Windows XP Service Pack 3: "STOP: 0x0000007E" http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=953356 This is the patch to fix the above issue "For non-Intel processors" ***Must be applied before installing SP3*** http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=230796A7-54D6-4C31-BDA3-EFD2F7E87A8C&displaylang=en From: Jesper Johansson's blog Does your AMD-based computer boot after installing XP SP3? (Affects AMD-based computers with OEM images, primarily HP Desktops) http://msinfluentials.com/blogs/jesper/archive/2008/05/08/does-your-amd-based-computer-boot-after-installing-xp-sp3.aspx Updates are not installed successfully from Windows Update, from Microsoft Update, or by using Automatic Updates after you repair a Windows XP installation (This KB article may also solve SP3 Windows Update will not work problem) http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144 Some third-party programs may experience a change in functionality after you install Windows XP Service Pack 3: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947309 Problems occur after installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 or Windows Vista Service Pack 1 with a Norton 2008 product installed: Info and Fix: http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/norton2008.nsf/docid/2008051623552079 The print operation fails, or partial pages are printed when you try to print to a Citizen printer or to an Alps printer http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;951822 How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 3 from your computer http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950249/en-us JS "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... > Just thought of something that might need an answer please. > > I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a > highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator work. > I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due to > stability issues with Vista. > Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now > available for XP. > Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason. > As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my on > line work, so the PC has no AV protection. > If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from > Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line with > the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? > My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not thought > about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to approach > the issue I'm explaining here?? > -- > Dudley Henriques
Guest Dudley Henriques Posted June 16, 2008 Posted June 16, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question JS wrote: > First thing you should do is to create an image backup of Windows as it is > now (prior to SP3 install). > The image backup should get you out of trouble should all hell break loose! > No image backup software then use: True Image (has a 15 day trial version > available) > http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ > > You should be able to download the SP3 .exe file (using your MAC) and burn > it to a CD. > (File is large but will only install components that you PC requires) > http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=5b33b5a8-5e76-401f-be08-1e1555d4f3d4&DisplayLang=en > > ISO image version of SP3 - used to create install CD: > (You MAC must have CD burning software that can use an ISO as source) > http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=2fcde6ce-b5fb-4488-8c50-fe22559d164e&DisplayLang=en > > Other useful info: > How to obtain the latest Windows XP service pack > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322389 > > Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview > http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34-40be-8d85-6bb4f56f5110&displaylang=en > Be sure to download and read the file titled 'Overview of Windows XP Service > Pack 3' > Note: "You can run the SP3 update package on any edition of Windows XP SP1 > or SP2." > > The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 3 > Discusses the hard disk space requirements for installing Windows XP Service > Pack 3 (SP3) > (For a PC on which Windows XP is already installed) > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947311/en-us > > Installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) > http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsxp/cc164204.aspx > > Release notes for the Windows XP Service Pack 3 > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/936929/en-us > > List of fixes that are included in Windows XP Service Pack 3 > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946480/ > > Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 > Recommends steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3. > Also includes troubleshooting information. > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717/en-us > > How to troubleshoot an unsuccessful installation of Windows XP Service Pack > 3 > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950718/en-us > > Free unlimited installation and compatibility support > (Via Email, Chat or Phone support) > http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?ln=en-us&prid=11273&gprid=522131 > > Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode: > How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 > > > SP3 Issues: > Windows XP SP3 Issues and Fixes Continued: > (Note: there is a section of this article devoted to System Restore points, > read it!) > http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/2008/05/25/pitstop-news-flash-sp3-still-no-go-flash-xp-sp3-still-not-ready-news-flash-do-not-install/ > > Error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 3: > "Access is denied" or "Service Pack installation did not complete" > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949377/en-us > > You do not have enough free disk space on %SystemDrive% to install Service > Pack 3 > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949385 > > You receive a "Stop 0x0000007E" error message after you upgrade to Windows > XP Service Pack 2 or Service Pack 3 on a non-Intel-processor-based computer > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/888372 > > Error message after you upgrade a computer that uses a processor other than > an Intel processor to Windows XP Service Pack 2 or to Windows XP Service > Pack 3: "STOP: 0x0000007E" > http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=953356 > This is the patch to fix the above issue "For non-Intel processors" > ***Must be applied before installing SP3*** > http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=230796A7-54D6-4C31-BDA3-EFD2F7E87A8C&displaylang=en > > From: Jesper Johansson's blog > Does your AMD-based computer boot after installing XP SP3? > (Affects AMD-based computers with OEM images, primarily HP Desktops) > http://msinfluentials.com/blogs/jesper/archive/2008/05/08/does-your-amd-based-computer-boot-after-installing-xp-sp3.aspx > > Updates are not installed successfully from Windows Update, > from Microsoft Update, or by using Automatic Updates after > you repair a Windows XP installation > (This KB article may also solve SP3 Windows Update will not work problem) > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144 > > Some third-party programs may experience a change in functionality after you > install Windows XP Service Pack 3: > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947309 > > Problems occur after installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 or > Windows Vista Service Pack 1 with a Norton 2008 product installed: > Info and Fix: > http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/norton2008.nsf/docid/2008051623552079 > > The print operation fails, or partial pages are printed when you try to > print to a Citizen printer or to an Alps printer > http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;951822 > > How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 3 from your computer > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950249/en-us > > JS > > > "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message > news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... >> Just thought of something that might need an answer please. >> >> I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a >> highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator work. >> I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due to >> stability issues with Vista. >> Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now >> available for XP. >> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason. >> As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my on >> line work, so the PC has no AV protection. >> If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from >> Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line with >> the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? >> My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not thought >> about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to approach >> the issue I'm explaining here?? >> -- >> Dudley Henriques > > Thank you very much. Covers it nicely except the on line question. If I send for the CD, if I do a reinstall on XP down the line, does it have to be done on line, because if it does, I'll have to connect the PC and open the ports without an AV installed. Many thanks -- Dudley Henriques
Guest JS Posted June 16, 2008 Posted June 16, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question How to activate Windows XP: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307890 See the section "How to activate Windows XP by phone" JS "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message news:O61YglA0IHA.2064@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl... > JS wrote: >> First thing you should do is to create an image backup of Windows as it >> is now (prior to SP3 install). >> The image backup should get you out of trouble should all hell break >> loose! >> No image backup software then use: True Image (has a 15 day trial version >> available) >> http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ >> >> You should be able to download the SP3 .exe file (using your MAC) and >> burn it to a CD. >> (File is large but will only install components that you PC requires) >> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=5b33b5a8-5e76-401f-be08-1e1555d4f3d4&DisplayLang=en >> >> ISO image version of SP3 - used to create install CD: >> (You MAC must have CD burning software that can use an ISO as source) >> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=2fcde6ce-b5fb-4488-8c50-fe22559d164e&DisplayLang=en >> >> Other useful info: >> How to obtain the latest Windows XP service pack >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322389 >> >> Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview >> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34-40be-8d85-6bb4f56f5110&displaylang=en >> Be sure to download and read the file titled 'Overview of Windows XP >> Service Pack 3' >> Note: "You can run the SP3 update package on any edition of Windows XP >> SP1 or SP2." >> >> The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 3 >> Discusses the hard disk space requirements for installing Windows XP >> Service Pack 3 (SP3) >> (For a PC on which Windows XP is already installed) >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947311/en-us >> >> Installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) >> http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsxp/cc164204.aspx >> >> Release notes for the Windows XP Service Pack 3 >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/936929/en-us >> >> List of fixes that are included in Windows XP Service Pack 3 >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946480/ >> >> Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 >> Recommends steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3. >> Also includes troubleshooting information. >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717/en-us >> >> How to troubleshoot an unsuccessful installation of Windows XP Service >> Pack 3 >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950718/en-us >> >> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support >> (Via Email, Chat or Phone support) >> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?ln=en-us&prid=11273&gprid=522131 >> >> Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode: >> How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 >> >> >> SP3 Issues: >> Windows XP SP3 Issues and Fixes Continued: >> (Note: there is a section of this article devoted to System Restore >> points, read it!) >> http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/2008/05/25/pitstop-news-flash-sp3-still-no-go-flash-xp-sp3-still-not-ready-news-flash-do-not-install/ >> >> Error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 3: >> "Access is denied" or "Service Pack installation did not complete" >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949377/en-us >> >> You do not have enough free disk space on %SystemDrive% to install >> Service Pack 3 >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949385 >> >> You receive a "Stop 0x0000007E" error message after you upgrade to >> Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Service Pack 3 on a >> non-Intel-processor-based computer >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/888372 >> >> Error message after you upgrade a computer that uses a processor other >> than an Intel processor to Windows XP Service Pack 2 or to Windows XP >> Service Pack 3: "STOP: 0x0000007E" >> http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=953356 >> This is the patch to fix the above issue "For non-Intel processors" >> ***Must be applied before installing SP3*** >> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=230796A7-54D6-4C31-BDA3-EFD2F7E87A8C&displaylang=en >> >> From: Jesper Johansson's blog >> Does your AMD-based computer boot after installing XP SP3? >> (Affects AMD-based computers with OEM images, primarily HP Desktops) >> http://msinfluentials.com/blogs/jesper/archive/2008/05/08/does-your-amd-based-computer-boot-after-installing-xp-sp3.aspx >> >> Updates are not installed successfully from Windows Update, >> from Microsoft Update, or by using Automatic Updates after >> you repair a Windows XP installation >> (This KB article may also solve SP3 Windows Update will not work problem) >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144 >> >> Some third-party programs may experience a change in functionality after >> you install Windows XP Service Pack 3: >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947309 >> >> Problems occur after installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 or >> Windows Vista Service Pack 1 with a Norton 2008 product installed: >> Info and Fix: >> http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/norton2008.nsf/docid/2008051623552079 >> >> The print operation fails, or partial pages are printed when you try to >> print to a Citizen printer or to an Alps printer >> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;951822 >> >> How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 3 from your computer >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950249/en-us >> >> JS >> >> >> "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message >> news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... >>> Just thought of something that might need an answer please. >>> >>> I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a >>> highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator >>> work. >>> I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due to >>> stability issues with Vista. >>> Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now >>> available for XP. >>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some >>> reason. >>> As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my >>> on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. >>> If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from >>> Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line >>> with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? >>> My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not >>> thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to >>> approach the issue I'm explaining here?? >>> -- >>> Dudley Henriques >> >> > Thank you very much. Covers it nicely except the on line question. If I > send for the CD, if I do a reinstall on XP down the line, does it have to > be done on line, because if it does, I'll have to connect the PC and open > the ports without an AV installed. > Many thanks > > -- > Dudley Henriques
Guest Dudley Henriques Posted June 17, 2008 Posted June 17, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question JS wrote: > How to activate Windows XP: > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307890 > > See the section "How to activate Windows XP by phone" > > JS > > "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message > news:O61YglA0IHA.2064@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl... >> JS wrote: >>> First thing you should do is to create an image backup of Windows as it >>> is now (prior to SP3 install). >>> The image backup should get you out of trouble should all hell break >>> loose! >>> No image backup software then use: True Image (has a 15 day trial version >>> available) >>> http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ >>> >>> You should be able to download the SP3 .exe file (using your MAC) and >>> burn it to a CD. >>> (File is large but will only install components that you PC requires) >>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=5b33b5a8-5e76-401f-be08-1e1555d4f3d4&DisplayLang=en >>> >>> ISO image version of SP3 - used to create install CD: >>> (You MAC must have CD burning software that can use an ISO as source) >>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=2fcde6ce-b5fb-4488-8c50-fe22559d164e&DisplayLang=en >>> >>> Other useful info: >>> How to obtain the latest Windows XP service pack >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322389 >>> >>> Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview >>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34-40be-8d85-6bb4f56f5110&displaylang=en >>> Be sure to download and read the file titled 'Overview of Windows XP >>> Service Pack 3' >>> Note: "You can run the SP3 update package on any edition of Windows XP >>> SP1 or SP2." >>> >>> The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 3 >>> Discusses the hard disk space requirements for installing Windows XP >>> Service Pack 3 (SP3) >>> (For a PC on which Windows XP is already installed) >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947311/en-us >>> >>> Installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) >>> http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsxp/cc164204.aspx >>> >>> Release notes for the Windows XP Service Pack 3 >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/936929/en-us >>> >>> List of fixes that are included in Windows XP Service Pack 3 >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946480/ >>> >>> Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 >>> Recommends steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3. >>> Also includes troubleshooting information. >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717/en-us >>> >>> How to troubleshoot an unsuccessful installation of Windows XP Service >>> Pack 3 >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950718/en-us >>> >>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support >>> (Via Email, Chat or Phone support) >>> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?ln=en-us&prid=11273&gprid=522131 >>> >>> Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode: >>> How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 >>> >>> >>> SP3 Issues: >>> Windows XP SP3 Issues and Fixes Continued: >>> (Note: there is a section of this article devoted to System Restore >>> points, read it!) >>> http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/2008/05/25/pitstop-news-flash-sp3-still-no-go-flash-xp-sp3-still-not-ready-news-flash-do-not-install/ >>> >>> Error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 3: >>> "Access is denied" or "Service Pack installation did not complete" >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949377/en-us >>> >>> You do not have enough free disk space on %SystemDrive% to install >>> Service Pack 3 >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949385 >>> >>> You receive a "Stop 0x0000007E" error message after you upgrade to >>> Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Service Pack 3 on a >>> non-Intel-processor-based computer >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/888372 >>> >>> Error message after you upgrade a computer that uses a processor other >>> than an Intel processor to Windows XP Service Pack 2 or to Windows XP >>> Service Pack 3: "STOP: 0x0000007E" >>> http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=953356 >>> This is the patch to fix the above issue "For non-Intel processors" >>> ***Must be applied before installing SP3*** >>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=230796A7-54D6-4C31-BDA3-EFD2F7E87A8C&displaylang=en >>> >>> From: Jesper Johansson's blog >>> Does your AMD-based computer boot after installing XP SP3? >>> (Affects AMD-based computers with OEM images, primarily HP Desktops) >>> http://msinfluentials.com/blogs/jesper/archive/2008/05/08/does-your-amd-based-computer-boot-after-installing-xp-sp3.aspx >>> >>> Updates are not installed successfully from Windows Update, >>> from Microsoft Update, or by using Automatic Updates after >>> you repair a Windows XP installation >>> (This KB article may also solve SP3 Windows Update will not work problem) >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144 >>> >>> Some third-party programs may experience a change in functionality after >>> you install Windows XP Service Pack 3: >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947309 >>> >>> Problems occur after installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 or >>> Windows Vista Service Pack 1 with a Norton 2008 product installed: >>> Info and Fix: >>> http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/norton2008.nsf/docid/2008051623552079 >>> >>> The print operation fails, or partial pages are printed when you try to >>> print to a Citizen printer or to an Alps printer >>> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;951822 >>> >>> How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 3 from your computer >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950249/en-us >>> >>> JS >>> >>> >>> "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message >>> news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... >>>> Just thought of something that might need an answer please. >>>> >>>> I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a >>>> highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator >>>> work. >>>> I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due to >>>> stability issues with Vista. >>>> Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now >>>> available for XP. >>>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some >>>> reason. >>>> As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my >>>> on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. >>>> If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from >>>> Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line >>>> with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? >>>> My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not >>>> thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to >>>> approach the issue I'm explaining here?? >>>> -- >>>> Dudley Henriques >>> >> Thank you very much. Covers it nicely except the on line question. If I >> send for the CD, if I do a reinstall on XP down the line, does it have to >> be done on line, because if it does, I'll have to connect the PC and open >> the ports without an AV installed. >> Many thanks >> >> -- >> Dudley Henriques > > Many thanks. I appreciate your time and advice. I've saved the data for reference if needed later on. Best to you -- Dudley Henriques
Guest JS Posted June 17, 2008 Posted June 17, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question You're welcome. JS "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message news:OqMGvLB0IHA.524@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl... > JS wrote: >> How to activate Windows XP: >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307890 >> >> See the section "How to activate Windows XP by phone" >> >> JS >> >> "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message >> news:O61YglA0IHA.2064@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl... >>> JS wrote: >>>> First thing you should do is to create an image backup of Windows as it >>>> is now (prior to SP3 install). >>>> The image backup should get you out of trouble should all hell break >>>> loose! >>>> No image backup software then use: True Image (has a 15 day trial >>>> version available) >>>> http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ >>>> >>>> You should be able to download the SP3 .exe file (using your MAC) and >>>> burn it to a CD. >>>> (File is large but will only install components that you PC requires) >>>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=5b33b5a8-5e76-401f-be08-1e1555d4f3d4&DisplayLang=en >>>> >>>> ISO image version of SP3 - used to create install CD: >>>> (You MAC must have CD burning software that can use an ISO as source) >>>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=2fcde6ce-b5fb-4488-8c50-fe22559d164e&DisplayLang=en >>>> >>>> Other useful info: >>>> How to obtain the latest Windows XP service pack >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322389 >>>> >>>> Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview >>>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34-40be-8d85-6bb4f56f5110&displaylang=en >>>> Be sure to download and read the file titled 'Overview of Windows XP >>>> Service Pack 3' >>>> Note: "You can run the SP3 update package on any edition of Windows XP >>>> SP1 or SP2." >>>> >>>> The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 3 >>>> Discusses the hard disk space requirements for installing Windows XP >>>> Service Pack 3 (SP3) >>>> (For a PC on which Windows XP is already installed) >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947311/en-us >>>> >>>> Installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) >>>> http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsxp/cc164204.aspx >>>> >>>> Release notes for the Windows XP Service Pack 3 >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/936929/en-us >>>> >>>> List of fixes that are included in Windows XP Service Pack 3 >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946480/ >>>> >>>> Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 >>>> Recommends steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3. >>>> Also includes troubleshooting information. >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717/en-us >>>> >>>> How to troubleshoot an unsuccessful installation of Windows XP Service >>>> Pack 3 >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950718/en-us >>>> >>>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support >>>> (Via Email, Chat or Phone support) >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?ln=en-us&prid=11273&gprid=522131 >>>> >>>> Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode: >>>> How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 >>>> >>>> >>>> SP3 Issues: >>>> Windows XP SP3 Issues and Fixes Continued: >>>> (Note: there is a section of this article devoted to System Restore >>>> points, read it!) >>>> http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/2008/05/25/pitstop-news-flash-sp3-still-no-go-flash-xp-sp3-still-not-ready-news-flash-do-not-install/ >>>> >>>> Error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 3: >>>> "Access is denied" or "Service Pack installation did not complete" >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949377/en-us >>>> >>>> You do not have enough free disk space on %SystemDrive% to install >>>> Service Pack 3 >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949385 >>>> >>>> You receive a "Stop 0x0000007E" error message after you upgrade to >>>> Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Service Pack 3 on a >>>> non-Intel-processor-based computer >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/888372 >>>> >>>> Error message after you upgrade a computer that uses a processor other >>>> than an Intel processor to Windows XP Service Pack 2 or to Windows XP >>>> Service Pack 3: "STOP: 0x0000007E" >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=953356 >>>> This is the patch to fix the above issue "For non-Intel processors" >>>> ***Must be applied before installing SP3*** >>>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=230796A7-54D6-4C31-BDA3-EFD2F7E87A8C&displaylang=en >>>> >>>> From: Jesper Johansson's blog >>>> Does your AMD-based computer boot after installing XP SP3? >>>> (Affects AMD-based computers with OEM images, primarily HP Desktops) >>>> http://msinfluentials.com/blogs/jesper/archive/2008/05/08/does-your-amd-based-computer-boot-after-installing-xp-sp3.aspx >>>> >>>> Updates are not installed successfully from Windows Update, >>>> from Microsoft Update, or by using Automatic Updates after >>>> you repair a Windows XP installation >>>> (This KB article may also solve SP3 Windows Update will not work >>>> problem) >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144 >>>> >>>> Some third-party programs may experience a change in functionality >>>> after you install Windows XP Service Pack 3: >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947309 >>>> >>>> Problems occur after installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 or >>>> Windows Vista Service Pack 1 with a Norton 2008 product installed: >>>> Info and Fix: >>>> http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/norton2008.nsf/docid/2008051623552079 >>>> >>>> The print operation fails, or partial pages are printed when you try to >>>> print to a Citizen printer or to an Alps printer >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;951822 >>>> >>>> How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 3 from your computer >>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950249/en-us >>>> >>>> JS >>>> >>>> >>>> "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message >>>> news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... >>>>> Just thought of something that might need an answer please. >>>>> >>>>> I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a >>>>> highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator >>>>> work. >>>>> I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due >>>>> to stability issues with Vista. >>>>> Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now >>>>> available for XP. >>>>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some >>>>> reason. >>>>> As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all >>>>> my on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. >>>>> If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from >>>>> Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line >>>>> with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? >>>>> My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not >>>>> thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way >>>>> to approach the issue I'm explaining here?? >>>>> -- >>>>> Dudley Henriques >>>> >>> Thank you very much. Covers it nicely except the on line question. If I >>> send for the CD, if I do a reinstall on XP down the line, does it have >>> to be done on line, because if it does, I'll have to connect the PC and >>> open the ports without an AV installed. >>> Many thanks >>> >>> -- >>> Dudley Henriques >> >> > Many thanks. I appreciate your time and advice. I've saved the data for > reference if needed later on. > Best to you > > -- > Dudley Henriques
Guest Frank-FL Posted June 18, 2008 Posted June 18, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... > Just thought of something that might need an answer please. > > I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a > highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator work. > I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due to > stability issues with Vista. > Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now > available for XP. > Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason. > As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my > on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. > If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from > Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line > with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? > My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not > thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to > approach the issue I'm explaining here?? > -- > Dudley Henriques >> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason.<< SlipStream a CD to SP3 on another XP boxen.
Guest Dudley Henriques Posted June 18, 2008 Posted June 18, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question Frank-FL wrote: > "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... >> Just thought of something that might need an answer please. >> >> I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a >> highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator work. >> I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due to >> stability issues with Vista. >> Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now >> available for XP. >> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason. >> As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my >> on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. >> If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from >> Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line >> with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? >> My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not >> thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to >> approach the issue I'm explaining here?? >> -- >> Dudley Henriques > >>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason.<< > > SlipStream a CD to SP3 on another XP boxen. Thanks. It looks like I'll be ordering the CD from MS. -- Dudley Henriques
Guest Scooby Doo Posted June 18, 2008 Posted June 18, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message news:eH2e8aO0IHA.5716@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl... > Frank-FL wrote: > > "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... > >> Just thought of something that might need an answer please. > >> > >> I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a > >> highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator work. > >> I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due to > >> stability issues with Vista. > >> Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now > >> available for XP. > >> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason. > >> As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my > >> on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. > >> If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from > >> Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line > >> with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? > >> My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not > >> thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to > >> approach the issue I'm explaining here?? > >> -- > >> Dudley Henriques > > > >>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some reason.<< > > > > SlipStream a CD to SP3 on another XP boxen. > Thanks. It looks like I'll be ordering the CD from MS. > > -- > Dudley Henriques Why? - per JS's first reply, you can download and burn it to disc with your Mac.
Guest Dudley Henriques Posted June 18, 2008 Posted June 18, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question Scooby Doo wrote: > "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message > news:eH2e8aO0IHA.5716@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl... >> Frank-FL wrote: >>> "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message > news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... >>>> Just thought of something that might need an answer please. >>>> >>>> I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a >>>> highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator > work. >>>> I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due > to >>>> stability issues with Vista. >>>> Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now >>>> available for XP. >>>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some > reason. >>>> As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for all my >>>> on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. >>>> If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from >>>> Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line >>>> with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? >>>> My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not >>>> thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best way to >>>> approach the issue I'm explaining here?? >>>> -- >>>> Dudley Henriques >>>>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some > reason.<< >>> SlipStream a CD to SP3 on another XP boxen. >> Thanks. It looks like I'll be ordering the CD from MS. >> >> -- >> Dudley Henriques > > Why? - per JS's first reply, you can download and burn it to disc with your > Mac. > > I'm assuming SP3 is accompanied by a "delicate" installer. Going in I'm also assuming it deletes and/or overwrites a zillion files, dll's and God knows what else. Going from a Mac to a PC with a program this large involves either a burn/change/read or a flash drive exchange. Rather than risk the potential corruption path this route might have, not to mention a total reinstall on the PC if any corruption is transfered, I think it's prudent to simply order the CD and install it directly on the PC. -- Dudley Henriques
Guest Alias Posted June 18, 2008 Posted June 18, 2008 Re: XP Reinstall question Dudley Henriques wrote: > Scooby Doo wrote: >> "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message >> news:eH2e8aO0IHA.5716@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl... >>> Frank-FL wrote: >>>> "Dudley Henriques" <dhenriques@rcn.com> wrote in message >> news:OBMp0VA0IHA.5892@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... >>>>> Just thought of something that might need an answer please. >>>>> >>>>> I'm a Microsoft MVP recipient for Flight Simulator 2007. I maintain a >>>>> highly dedicated OFF LINE PC that is used ONLY for flight simulator >> work. >>>>> I've opted to keep Windows XP installed rather than install Vista due >> to >>>>> stability issues with Vista. >>>>> Presently I have Service Pack 2 installed. I notice there is a SP3 now >>>>> available for XP. >>>>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some >> reason. >>>>> As I said, I keep this PC off line deliberately and use MACS for >>>>> all my >>>>> on line work, so the PC has no AV protection. >>>>> If I have to reinstall XP, is it possible to get SP3 on a DVD from >>>>> Microsoft so that it can be installed off line, or must I be on line >>>>> with the PC to even reinstall XP due to activation? >>>>> My present installation has been stable so long I've actually not >>>>> thought about this for quite a while and wonder what is the best >>>>> way to >>>>> approach the issue I'm explaining here?? >>>>> -- >>>>> Dudley Henriques >>>>>> Question concerns what happens if I have to reinstall XP for some >> reason.<< >>>> SlipStream a CD to SP3 on another XP boxen. >>> Thanks. It looks like I'll be ordering the CD from MS. >>> >>> -- >>> Dudley Henriques >> >> Why? - per JS's first reply, you can download and burn it to disc with >> your >> Mac. >> >> > I'm assuming SP3 is accompanied by a "delicate" installer. Going in I'm > also assuming it deletes and/or overwrites a zillion files, dll's and > God knows what else. > Going from a Mac to a PC with a program this large involves either a > burn/change/read or a flash drive exchange. > Rather than risk the potential corruption path this route might have, > not to mention a total reinstall on the PC if any corruption is > transfered, I think it's prudent to simply order the CD and install it > directly on the PC. > I downloaded the .ISO with Ubuntu Linux and burned it to a CD and it worked just fine. Alias
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