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Mel Lowe
After installing SP2 will I have to reinstall all existing software on
my computer?
Regards,
Mel Lowe
my computer?
Regards,
Mel Lowe
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TaurArian [MS-MVP]
Hi Mel, it's a service pack so you won't have to reinstall all existing software.
Some further info -
What to Know Before You Download and Install Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/sp2_whattoknow.mspx
and
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;835935
Release notes for Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=837783
HD requirements for SP2
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| After installing SP2 will I have to reinstall all existing software on
| my computer?
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|
|
| Regards,
|
| Mel Lowe
Some further info -
What to Know Before You Download and Install Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/sp2_whattoknow.mspx
and
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;835935
Release notes for Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=837783
HD requirements for SP2
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| After installing SP2 will I have to reinstall all existing software on
| my computer?
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|
|
|
|
| Regards,
|
| Mel Lowe
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Mel Lowe
Hi Mel, it's a service pack so you won't have to reinstall all existing software.
Thanks, TaurArian, That's a relief! I do a lot of video editing
on my machine and am hoping the transition does not alter the
performance of some of the complex software I use. I take comfort in
your answer.
I have the SP2 disc I ordered from Microsoft when first released so
hopefully all will go well. I will check the links you provided and
make sure I do all pre-install work like running spyware programs.
Regards,
Mel Lowe
Some further info -
What to Know Before You Download and Install Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/sp2_whattoknow.mspx
and
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;835935
Release notes for Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=837783
HD requirements for SP2
Thanks, TaurArian, That's a relief! I do a lot of video editing
on my machine and am hoping the transition does not alter the
performance of some of the complex software I use. I take comfort in
your answer.
I have the SP2 disc I ordered from Microsoft when first released so
hopefully all will go well. I will check the links you provided and
make sure I do all pre-install work like running spyware programs.
Regards,
Mel Lowe
T
TaurArian [MS-MVP]
| >Hi Mel, it's a service pack so you won't have to reinstall all existing software.
| >
| >Some further info -
| >
| >What to Know Before You Download and Install Windows XP Service Pack 2
| >http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/sp2_whattoknow.mspx
| >and
| >http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;835935
| >Release notes for Windows XP Service Pack 2
| >
| >http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=837783
| >HD requirements for SP2
|
| Thanks, TaurArian, That's a relief! I do a lot of video editing
| on my machine and am hoping the transition does not alter the
| performance of some of the complex software I use. I take comfort in
| your answer.
| I have the SP2 disc I ordered from Microsoft when first released so
| hopefully all will go well. I will check the links you provided and
| make sure I do all pre-install work like running spyware programs.
|
|
|
|
| Regards,
|
| Mel Lowe
As a precaution - always do a full back up before a major Service Pack.
It doesn't hurt but could save a lot of grief.
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TaurArian [MS-MVP] 2005-2008 - Australia
====================================
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| >
| >Some further info -
| >
| >What to Know Before You Download and Install Windows XP Service Pack 2
| >http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/sp2_whattoknow.mspx
| >and
| >http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;835935
| >Release notes for Windows XP Service Pack 2
| >
| >http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=837783
| >HD requirements for SP2
|
| Thanks, TaurArian, That's a relief! I do a lot of video editing
| on my machine and am hoping the transition does not alter the
| performance of some of the complex software I use. I take comfort in
| your answer.
| I have the SP2 disc I ordered from Microsoft when first released so
| hopefully all will go well. I will check the links you provided and
| make sure I do all pre-install work like running spyware programs.
|
|
|
|
| Regards,
|
| Mel Lowe
As a precaution - always do a full back up before a major Service Pack.
It doesn't hurt but could save a lot of grief.
--
====================================
TaurArian [MS-MVP] 2005-2008 - Australia
====================================
How to make a good post: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
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http://taurarian.mvps.org/index.htm
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Ken Blake, MVP
After installing SP2 will I have to reinstall all existing software on
my computer?
Two points:
1. The direct answer to your question: No. Service packs should not
affect any installed software or any data on the computer.
2. Despite what I say above, there are never any guarantees. Things
*can* go wrong, and it's always prudent to be sure you have a backup
of anything you can't afford to lose before beginning.
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Mel Lowe
Two points:
1. The direct answer to your question: No. Service packs should not
affect any installed software or any data on the computer.
2. Despite what I say above, there are never any guarantees. Things
*can* go wrong, and it's always prudent to be sure you have a backup
of anything you can't afford to lose before beginning.
Thanks to you both for your input. I understand there is no way to
guarantee behavior on any given machine. I will backup what I can and
cross my fingers for the rest. I've taken all the precautions,
updated bios and drivers. I have 3 spyware programs. I will run
them, reboot, run them again, if all is clear, I will reboot and use
the MS cd to install. Wish me luck!
Regards,
Mel Lowe
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Unknown
If anything those spyware programs will cause you the only problems.
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Mel Lowe
Flawless install!Thanks to you both for your input. I understand there is no way to
guarantee behavior on any given machine. I will backup what I can and
cross my fingers for the rest. I've taken all the precautions,
updated bios and drivers. I have 3 spyware programs. I will run
them, reboot, run them again, if all is clear, I will reboot and use
the MS cd to install. Wish me luck!
Regards,
Mel Lowe
Regards,
Mel Lowe
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Ken Blake, MVP
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Daave
Mel said:I have 3 spyware programs.
Then you may want to run some anti-spyware apps. ;-)
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Mel Lowe
Congratulations. Glad to hear it.
Thanks! No issues whatsoever! Whew!
Regards,
Mel Lowe