(Msg. 1) Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2008 1:32 pm
Post subject: More issues with XP and upgrades Add to elertz Archived from groups: microsoft>public>windowsxp>help_and_support (more info?)
I downloaded XP SP3 last night. It is a huge file. I tried to install this
morning and the message received is that the file is not a valid Win32
application.
What does this mean. The upgrade is not suited to my system? Or is there
another SP3 that is Win32 based.
I also get to the blue csreen where I don't have an A drive or any
information on floppy disks to install. Nor should I lose access to CD rom
when I wanted to install XP setup from a CD. SO rebooted again with no setup
and just tried to install from My Computer.
(Msg. 2) Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2008 4:48 pm
Post subject: RE: More issues with XP and upgrades Add to elertz [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
Hello JS,
Thanks for your prompt reply
Yes it is from that website link. The Creator gave it to me and suggested I
downloaded from there. So I have pushed the download button. I dind't choose
anything in particular.
Can you see further down the questions and you will see my thread on general
computer problems. You will catch up with all the things I have going wrong
at the moment. And all the suggestions people have made for me to try.
Thanks for your interest.
Meredith
"Meredith" wrote:
> I downloaded XP SP3 last night. It is a huge file. I tried to install this
> morning and the message received is that the file is not a valid Win32
> application.
>
> What does this mean. The upgrade is not suited to my system? Or is there
> another SP3 that is Win32 based.
>
> I also get to the blue csreen where I don't have an A drive or any
> information on floppy disks to install. Nor should I lose access to CD rom
> when I wanted to install XP setup from a CD. SO rebooted again with no setup
> and just tried to install from My Computer.
>
> Very confusing for the ordinary person.
>
> Hope someone can give me an idea what to do now.
>
> Many thanks
>
> Meredith
(Msg. 3) Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2008 5:17 pm
Post subject: Re: More issues with XP and upgrades Add to elertz [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
"Meredith" <Meredith.TakeThisOut@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:5F1429F4-CFB7-414E-BB47-66152065E10C@microsoft.com...
>I downloaded XP SP3 last night. It is a huge file. I tried to install this
> morning and the message received is that the file is not a valid Win32
> application.
>
> What does this mean. The upgrade is not suited to my system? Or is there
> another SP3 that is Win32 based.
>
> I also get to the blue csreen where I don't have an A drive or any
> information on floppy disks to install. Nor should I lose access to CD rom
> when I wanted to install XP setup from a CD. SO rebooted again with no
> setup
> and just tried to install from My Computer.
>
> Very confusing for the ordinary person.
>
> Hope someone can give me an idea what to do now.
>
> Many thanks
>
> Meredith
(Msg. 4) Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2008 8:46 pm
Post subject: Re: More issues with XP and upgrades Add to elertz [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
It's possible that file you downloaded is corrupt, so create a folder on
your drive and download the SP3 file to that folder.
Also how fast is your Internet connection speed (Dial Up, DSL, Cable, FIOS)?
Below you will find some things to do in preparation before installing SP3:
1) Create an"Image Backup" of my drive prior
to installing SP3 just in case you do have problems.
Don't have any Image Backup software:
Try "True Image" (has a 15 day trial version available)
http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/
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
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
Internet Explorer: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
"If you have installed Windows Internet Explorer® 7 or a beta version of
Internet Explorer 8, and then install Windows XP SP3, you cannot uninstall
Internet Explorer. To avoid this, ensure Internet Explorer 7 or a beta
version of Internet Explorer 8 is not installed before installing Windows XP
SP3. If you have already encountered this issue, uninstall Windows XP SP3,
uninstall Internet Explorer, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2002: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
"If you install Windows XP SP3 on a computer running Windows XP Media Center
Edition 2002 with SP1, Windows XP Media Center Edition may malfunction. To
avoid this, install Windows XP SP2 before you install Windows XP SP3. If
this issue has already occurred, uninstall Windows XP SP3, install Windows
XP SP2, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
Availability of the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix
Describes the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix rollup package
for the Mscorwks.dll, Mscorsvr.dll, and Mscorlib.dll files.
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/896061/en-us
"Meredith" <Meredith.DeleteThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:2C8690D2-9EAC-46BC-BDF6-93CC0229A79D@microsoft.com...
> Hello JS,
>
> Thanks for your prompt reply
>
> Yes it is from that website link. The Creator gave it to me and suggested
> I
> downloaded from there. So I have pushed the download button. I dind't
> choose
> anything in particular.
>
> Can you see further down the questions and you will see my thread on
> general
> computer problems. You will catch up with all the things I have going
> wrong
> at the moment. And all the suggestions people have made for me to try.
>
> Thanks for your interest.
>
> Meredith
>
> "Meredith" wrote:
>
>> I downloaded XP SP3 last night. It is a huge file. I tried to install
>> this
>> morning and the message received is that the file is not a valid Win32
>> application.
>>
>> What does this mean. The upgrade is not suited to my system? Or is there
>> another SP3 that is Win32 based.
>>
>> I also get to the blue csreen where I don't have an A drive or any
>> information on floppy disks to install. Nor should I lose access to CD
>> rom
>> when I wanted to install XP setup from a CD. SO rebooted again with no
>> setup
>> and just tried to install from My Computer.
>>
>> Very confusing for the ordinary person.
>>
>> Hope someone can give me an idea what to do now.
>>
>> Many thanks
>>
>> Meredith
(Msg. 5) Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 12:25 am
Post subject: Re: More issues with XP and upgrades Add to elertz [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
Dear JS,
The SP 3 is a huge d/l is says its 316MB. That takes most of the night for
me to d/l. It shouldn't be corrupted.
I don't have a fast connnction speed its called ISDN, better than dial up
but not Broadband or cable or wireless.
I burnt a CD of it as I was asked to do and well it just sin't Win32
application. SO what does that actually mean. What will reading the notes
tell me?
Can you fill me in on this cos I dont really want to have to d/l it again.
I might as well forget about SP3 if it's got problems.
Than ks
Meredith
"JS" wrote:
> It's possible that file you downloaded is corrupt, so create a folder on
> your drive and download the SP3 file to that folder.
> Also how fast is your Internet connection speed (Dial Up, DSL, Cable, FIOS)?
> Below you will find some things to do in preparation before installing SP3:
>
> 1) Create an"Image Backup" of my drive prior
> to installing SP3 just in case you do have problems.
> Don't have any Image Backup software:
> Try "True Image" (has a 15 day trial version available)
> http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ >
> Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview
> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34...be-8d85 > 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 >
> Internet Explorer: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
> "If you have installed Windows Internet Explorer® 7 or a beta version of
> Internet Explorer 8, and then install Windows XP SP3, you cannot uninstall
> Internet Explorer. To avoid this, ensure Internet Explorer 7 or a beta
> version of Internet Explorer 8 is not installed before installing Windows XP
> SP3. If you have already encountered this issue, uninstall Windows XP SP3,
> uninstall Internet Explorer, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
>
> Windows XP Media Center Edition 2002: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
> "If you install Windows XP SP3 on a computer running Windows XP Media Center
> Edition 2002 with SP1, Windows XP Media Center Edition may malfunction. To
> avoid this, install Windows XP SP2 before you install Windows XP SP3. If
> this issue has already occurred, uninstall Windows XP SP3, install Windows
> XP SP2, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
>
> XP SP3: Post Installation Cleanup:
> http://www.aumha.net/viewtopic.php?f=62&t=33827 >
> 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 >
> Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) Forum:
> (Post your issues here)
> http://forums.microsoft.com/TechNet/ShowForum.aspx?ForumID=2010&SiteID=17 >
> Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode:
> How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state
> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 >
> Availability of the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix
> Describes the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix rollup package
> for the Mscorwks.dll, Mscorsvr.dll, and Mscorlib.dll files.
> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/896061/en-us >
> JS
> www.pagestart.com >
>
> "Meredith" <Meredith DeleteThis @discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:2C8690D2-9EAC-46BC-BDF6-93CC0229A79D@microsoft.com...
> > Hello JS,
> >
> > Thanks for your prompt reply
> >
> > Yes it is from that website link. The Creator gave it to me and suggested
> > I
> > downloaded from there. So I have pushed the download button. I dind't
> > choose
> > anything in particular.
> >
> > Can you see further down the questions and you will see my thread on
> > general
> > computer problems. You will catch up with all the things I have going
> > wrong
> > at the moment. And all the suggestions people have made for me to try.
> >
> > Thanks for your interest.
> >
> > Meredith
> >
> > "Meredith" wrote:
> >
> >> I downloaded XP SP3 last night. It is a huge file. I tried to install
> >> this
> >> morning and the message received is that the file is not a valid Win32
> >> application.
> >>
> >> What does this mean. The upgrade is not suited to my system? Or is there
> >> another SP3 that is Win32 based.
> >>
> >> I also get to the blue csreen where I don't have an A drive or any
> >> information on floppy disks to install. Nor should I lose access to CD
> >> rom
> >> when I wanted to install XP setup from a CD. SO rebooted again with no
> >> setup
> >> and just tried to install from My Computer.
> >>
> >> Very confusing for the ordinary person.
> >>
> >> Hope someone can give me an idea what to do now.
> >>
> >> Many thanks
> >>
> >> Meredith
>
>
>
(Msg. 6) Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 10:49 am
Post subject: Re: More issues with XP and upgrades Add to elertz [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
Does the file name have the intention (last three letters) of .exe or .iso
If it's .iso then you have the .iso file and you need CD burning software
that will use the .iso image file you downloaded and create an executable on
the CD.
If the file name ends in .exe there is no need to copy it to a CD before
installing SP3, just double click on the file to start the install process.
For reference the exact size of the file is 331,805,736 bytes.
(WindowsXP-KB936929-SP3-x86-ENU.exe)
JS
"Meredith" <Meredith.TakeThisOut@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:C7230D67-A861-4F2D-BBDC-1F7171BF111E@microsoft.com...
> Dear JS,
>
> The SP 3 is a huge d/l is says its 316MB. That takes most of the night for
> me to d/l. It shouldn't be corrupted.
>
> I don't have a fast connnction speed its called ISDN, better than dial up
> but not Broadband or cable or wireless.
>
> I burnt a CD of it as I was asked to do and well it just sin't Win32
> application. SO what does that actually mean. What will reading the notes
> tell me?
>
> Can you fill me in on this cos I dont really want to have to d/l it again.
>
> I might as well forget about SP3 if it's got problems.
>
> Than ks
>
> Meredith
>
> "JS" wrote:
>
>> It's possible that file you downloaded is corrupt, so create a folder on
>> your drive and download the SP3 file to that folder.
>> Also how fast is your Internet connection speed (Dial Up, DSL, Cable,
>> FIOS)?
>> Below you will find some things to do in preparation before installing
>> SP3:
>>
>> 1) Create an"Image Backup" of my drive prior
>> to installing SP3 just in case you do have problems.
>> Don't have any Image Backup software:
>> Try "True Image" (has a 15 day trial version available)
>> http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ >>
>> Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview
>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34...be-8d85 >> 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 >>
>> Internet Explorer: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
>> "If you have installed Windows Internet Explorer® 7 or a beta version of
>> Internet Explorer 8, and then install Windows XP SP3, you cannot
>> uninstall
>> Internet Explorer. To avoid this, ensure Internet Explorer 7 or a beta
>> version of Internet Explorer 8 is not installed before installing Windows
>> XP
>> SP3. If you have already encountered this issue, uninstall Windows XP
>> SP3,
>> uninstall Internet Explorer, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
>>
>> Windows XP Media Center Edition 2002: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
>> "If you install Windows XP SP3 on a computer running Windows XP Media
>> Center
>> Edition 2002 with SP1, Windows XP Media Center Edition may malfunction.
>> To
>> avoid this, install Windows XP SP2 before you install Windows XP SP3. If
>> this issue has already occurred, uninstall Windows XP SP3, install
>> Windows
>> XP SP2, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
>>
>> XP SP3: Post Installation Cleanup:
>> http://www.aumha.net/viewtopic.php?f=62&t=33827 >>
>> 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 >>
>> Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) Forum:
>> (Post your issues here)
>> http://forums.microsoft.com/TechNet/ShowForum.aspx?ForumID=2010&SiteID=17 >>
>> Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode:
>> How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state
>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 >>
>> Availability of the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix
>> Describes the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix rollup
>> package
>> for the Mscorwks.dll, Mscorsvr.dll, and Mscorlib.dll files.
>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/896061/en-us >>
>> JS
>> www.pagestart.com >>
>>
>> "Meredith" <Meredith.TakeThisOut@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:2C8690D2-9EAC-46BC-BDF6-93CC0229A79D@microsoft.com...
>> > Hello JS,
>> >
>> > Thanks for your prompt reply
>> >
>> > Yes it is from that website link. The Creator gave it to me and
>> > suggested
>> > I
>> > downloaded from there. So I have pushed the download button. I dind't
>> > choose
>> > anything in particular.
>> >
>> > Can you see further down the questions and you will see my thread on
>> > general
>> > computer problems. You will catch up with all the things I have going
>> > wrong
>> > at the moment. And all the suggestions people have made for me to try.
>> >
>> > Thanks for your interest.
>> >
>> > Meredith
>> >
>> > "Meredith" wrote:
>> >
>> >> I downloaded XP SP3 last night. It is a huge file. I tried to install
>> >> this
>> >> morning and the message received is that the file is not a valid Win32
>> >> application.
>> >>
>> >> What does this mean. The upgrade is not suited to my system? Or is
>> >> there
>> >> another SP3 that is Win32 based.
>> >>
>> >> I also get to the blue csreen where I don't have an A drive or any
>> >> information on floppy disks to install. Nor should I lose access to CD
>> >> rom
>> >> when I wanted to install XP setup from a CD. SO rebooted again with no
>> >> setup
>> >> and just tried to install from My Computer.
>> >>
>> >> Very confusing for the ordinary person.
>> >>
>> >> Hope someone can give me an idea what to do now.
>> >>
>> >> Many thanks
>> >>
>> >> Meredith
>>
>>
>>
(Msg. 7) Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 5:54 pm
Post subject: Re: More issues with XP and upgrades Add to elertz [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
Hey JS,
When I check the properties of the file I downloaded it says its a self
extracting Cab file.
When I double click on it to install it, it shows that it is indeed and exe
file. And it won't start because it is not a valid Win 32 application.
I don't know why that is the case.
Thanks
Meredith
"JS" wrote:
> Does the file name have the intention (last three letters) of .exe or .iso
> If it's .iso then you have the .iso file and you need CD burning software
> that will use the .iso image file you downloaded and create an executable on
> the CD.
>
> If the file name ends in .exe there is no need to copy it to a CD before
> installing SP3, just double click on the file to start the install process.
>
> For reference the exact size of the file is 331,805,736 bytes.
> (WindowsXP-KB936929-SP3-x86-ENU.exe)
>
> JS
>
> "Meredith" <Meredith.RemoveThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:C7230D67-A861-4F2D-BBDC-1F7171BF111E@microsoft.com...
> > Dear JS,
> >
> > The SP 3 is a huge d/l is says its 316MB. That takes most of the night for
> > me to d/l. It shouldn't be corrupted.
> >
> > I don't have a fast connnction speed its called ISDN, better than dial up
> > but not Broadband or cable or wireless.
> >
> > I burnt a CD of it as I was asked to do and well it just sin't Win32
> > application. SO what does that actually mean. What will reading the notes
> > tell me?
> >
> > Can you fill me in on this cos I dont really want to have to d/l it again.
> >
> > I might as well forget about SP3 if it's got problems.
> >
> > Than ks
> >
> > Meredith
> >
> > "JS" wrote:
> >
> >> It's possible that file you downloaded is corrupt, so create a folder on
> >> your drive and download the SP3 file to that folder.
> >> Also how fast is your Internet connection speed (Dial Up, DSL, Cable,
> >> FIOS)?
> >> Below you will find some things to do in preparation before installing
> >> SP3:
> >>
> >> 1) Create an"Image Backup" of my drive prior
> >> to installing SP3 just in case you do have problems.
> >> Don't have any Image Backup software:
> >> Try "True Image" (has a 15 day trial version available)
> >> http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ > >>
> >> Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview
> >> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34...be-8d85 > >> 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 > >>
> >> Internet Explorer: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
> >> "If you have installed Windows Internet Explorer® 7 or a beta version of
> >> Internet Explorer 8, and then install Windows XP SP3, you cannot
> >> uninstall
> >> Internet Explorer. To avoid this, ensure Internet Explorer 7 or a beta
> >> version of Internet Explorer 8 is not installed before installing Windows
> >> XP
> >> SP3. If you have already encountered this issue, uninstall Windows XP
> >> SP3,
> >> uninstall Internet Explorer, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
> >>
> >> Windows XP Media Center Edition 2002: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
> >> "If you install Windows XP SP3 on a computer running Windows XP Media
> >> Center
> >> Edition 2002 with SP1, Windows XP Media Center Edition may malfunction.
> >> To
> >> avoid this, install Windows XP SP2 before you install Windows XP SP3. If
> >> this issue has already occurred, uninstall Windows XP SP3, install
> >> Windows
> >> XP SP2, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
> >>
> >> XP SP3: Post Installation Cleanup:
> >> http://www.aumha.net/viewtopic.php?f=62&t=33827 > >>
> >> 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 > >>
> >> Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) Forum:
> >> (Post your issues here)
> >> http://forums.microsoft.com/TechNet/ShowForum.aspx?ForumID=2010&SiteID=17 > >>
> >> Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode:
> >> How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state
> >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 > >>
> >> Availability of the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix
> >> Describes the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix rollup
> >> package
> >> for the Mscorwks.dll, Mscorsvr.dll, and Mscorlib.dll files.
> >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/896061/en-us > >>
> >> JS
> >> www.pagestart.com > >>
> >>
> >> "Meredith" <Meredith.RemoveThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> >> news:2C8690D2-9EAC-46BC-BDF6-93CC0229A79D@microsoft.com...
> >> > Hello JS,
> >> >
> >> > Thanks for your prompt reply
> >> >
> >> > Yes it is from that website link. The Creator gave it to me and
> >> > suggested
> >> > I
> >> > downloaded from there. So I have pushed the download button. I dind't
> >> > choose
> >> > anything in particular.
> >> >
> >> > Can you see further down the questions and you will see my thread on
> >> > general
> >> > computer problems. You will catch up with all the things I have going
> >> > wrong
> >> > at the moment. And all the suggestions people have made for me to try.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks for your interest.
> >> >
> >> > Meredith
> >> >
> >> > "Meredith" wrote:
> >> >
> >> >> I downloaded XP SP3 last night. It is a huge file. I tried to install
> >> >> this
> >> >> morning and the message received is that the file is not a valid Win32
> >> >> application.
> >> >>
> >> >> What does this mean. The upgrade is not suited to my system? Or is
> >> >> there
> >> >> another SP3 that is Win32 based.
> >> >>
> >> >> I also get to the blue csreen where I don't have an A drive or any
> >> >> information on floppy disks to install. Nor should I lose access to CD
> >> >> rom
> >> >> when I wanted to install XP setup from a CD. SO rebooted again with no
> >> >> setup
> >> >> and just tried to install from My Computer.
> >> >>
> >> >> Very confusing for the ordinary person.
> >> >>
> >> >> Hope someone can give me an idea what to do now.
> >> >>
> >> >> Many thanks
> >> >>
> >> >> Meredith
> >>
> >>
> >>
>
>
>
(Msg. 8) Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 10:39 pm
Post subject: Re: More issues with XP and upgrades Add to elertz [Login to view extended thread Info.] Archived from groups: per prev. post (more info?)
It's a zipped setup.exe file, just extract and install.
HashCalc should return the values listed below which will validate that you
have a good download.
CRC32: c411a9da
MD5: bb25707c919dd835a9d9706b5725af58
SHA-1: c81472f7eeea2eca421e116cd4c03e2300ebfde4
JS
"Meredith" <Meredith.RemoveThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:DCA4A2C9-7AB1-4099-852A-354FC38E1B2E@microsoft.com...
> Hey JS,
>
> When I check the properties of the file I downloaded it says its a self
> extracting Cab file.
>
> When I double click on it to install it, it shows that it is indeed and
> exe
> file. And it won't start because it is not a valid Win 32 application.
>
> I don't know why that is the case.
>
> Thanks
>
> Meredith
>
> "JS" wrote:
>
>> Does the file name have the intention (last three letters) of .exe or
>> .iso
>> If it's .iso then you have the .iso file and you need CD burning software
>> that will use the .iso image file you downloaded and create an executable
>> on
>> the CD.
>>
>> If the file name ends in .exe there is no need to copy it to a CD before
>> installing SP3, just double click on the file to start the install
>> process.
>>
>> For reference the exact size of the file is 331,805,736 bytes.
>> (WindowsXP-KB936929-SP3-x86-ENU.exe)
>>
>> JS
>>
>> "Meredith" <Meredith.RemoveThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:C7230D67-A861-4F2D-BBDC-1F7171BF111E@microsoft.com...
>> > Dear JS,
>> >
>> > The SP 3 is a huge d/l is says its 316MB. That takes most of the night
>> > for
>> > me to d/l. It shouldn't be corrupted.
>> >
>> > I don't have a fast connnction speed its called ISDN, better than dial
>> > up
>> > but not Broadband or cable or wireless.
>> >
>> > I burnt a CD of it as I was asked to do and well it just sin't Win32
>> > application. SO what does that actually mean. What will reading the
>> > notes
>> > tell me?
>> >
>> > Can you fill me in on this cos I dont really want to have to d/l it
>> > again.
>> >
>> > I might as well forget about SP3 if it's got problems.
>> >
>> > Than ks
>> >
>> > Meredith
>> >
>> > "JS" wrote:
>> >
>> >> It's possible that file you downloaded is corrupt, so create a folder
>> >> on
>> >> your drive and download the SP3 file to that folder.
>> >> Also how fast is your Internet connection speed (Dial Up, DSL, Cable,
>> >> FIOS)?
>> >> Below you will find some things to do in preparation before installing
>> >> SP3:
>> >>
>> >> 1) Create an"Image Backup" of my drive prior
>> >> to installing SP3 just in case you do have problems.
>> >> Don't have any Image Backup software:
>> >> Try "True Image" (has a 15 day trial version available)
>> >> http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/ >> >>
>> >> Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview
>> >> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34...be-8d85 >> >> 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 >> >>
>> >> Internet Explorer: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
>> >> "If you have installed Windows Internet Explorer® 7 or a beta version
>> >> of
>> >> Internet Explorer 8, and then install Windows XP SP3, you cannot
>> >> uninstall
>> >> Internet Explorer. To avoid this, ensure Internet Explorer 7 or a
>> >> beta
>> >> version of Internet Explorer 8 is not installed before installing
>> >> Windows
>> >> XP
>> >> SP3. If you have already encountered this issue, uninstall Windows XP
>> >> SP3,
>> >> uninstall Internet Explorer, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
>> >>
>> >> Windows XP Media Center Edition 2002: (From Shenan Stanley MS MVP)
>> >> "If you install Windows XP SP3 on a computer running Windows XP Media
>> >> Center
>> >> Edition 2002 with SP1, Windows XP Media Center Edition may
>> >> malfunction.
>> >> To
>> >> avoid this, install Windows XP SP2 before you install Windows XP SP3.
>> >> If
>> >> this issue has already occurred, uninstall Windows XP SP3, install
>> >> Windows
>> >> XP SP2, and then reinstall Windows XP SP3."
>> >>
>> >> XP SP3: Post Installation Cleanup:
>> >> http://www.aumha.net/viewtopic.php?f=62&t=33827 >> >>
>> >> 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 >> >>
>> >> Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) Forum:
>> >> (Post your issues here)
>> >> http://forums.microsoft.com/TechNet/ShowForum.aspx?ForumID=2010&SiteID=17 >> >>
>> >> Install SP3 in 'Clean Boot' mode:
>> >> How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" state
>> >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353 >> >>
>> >> Availability of the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix
>> >> Describes the .NET Framework 1.0 post-Service Pack 3 hotfix rollup
>> >> package
>> >> for the Mscorwks.dll, Mscorsvr.dll, and Mscorlib.dll files.
>> >> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/896061/en-us >> >>
>> >> JS
>> >> www.pagestart.com >> >>
>> >>
>> >> "Meredith" <Meredith.RemoveThis@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> >> news:2C8690D2-9EAC-46BC-BDF6-93CC0229A79D@microsoft.com...
>> >> > Hello JS,
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks for your prompt reply
>> >> >
>> >> > Yes it is from that website link. The Creator gave it to me and
>> >> > suggested
>> >> > I
>> >> > downloaded from there. So I have pushed the download button. I
>> >> > dind't
>> >> > choose
>> >> > anything in particular.
>> >> >
>> >> > Can you see further down the questions and you will see my thread on
>> >> > general
>> >> > computer problems. You will catch up with all the things I have
>> >> > going
>> >> > wrong
>> >> > at the moment. And all the suggestions people have made for me to
>> >> > try.
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks for your interest.
>> >> >
>> >> > Meredith
>> >> >
>> >> > "Meredith" wrote:
>> >> >
>> >> >> I downloaded XP SP3 last night. It is a huge file. I tried to
>> >> >> install
>> >> >> this
>> >> >> morning and the message received is that the file is not a valid
>> >> >> Win32
>> >> >> application.
>> >> >>
>> >> >> What does this mean. The upgrade is not suited to my system? Or is
>> >> >> there
>> >> >> another SP3 that is Win32 based.
>> >> >>
>> >> >> I also get to the blue csreen where I don't have an A drive or any
>> >> >> information on floppy disks to install. Nor should I lose access to
>> >> >> CD
>> >> >> rom
>> >> >> when I wanted to install XP setup from a CD. SO rebooted again with
>> >> >> no
>> >> >> setup
>> >> >> and just tried to install from My Computer.
>> >> >>
>> >> >> Very confusing for the ordinary person.
>> >> >>
>> >> >> Hope someone can give me an idea what to do now.
>> >> >>
>> >> >> Many thanks
>> >> >>
>> >> >> Meredith
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>>
>>
>>
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