SP2 installation

[Guest]

I have repeatedly tried to upgrade to SP2. The download is fine about halfway
through the installation I get a box with a red x saying "Access Denied".
Next it starts the recovery wizard. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Ramesh, MS-MVP]

Hi Deana,

Check these links:

"Access Denied" error when trying to install SP2
http://aumha.net/viewtopic.php?t=8125

You receive an "Access is denied" error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 2:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=873148


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Regards,

Ramesh Srinivasan, Microsoft MVP [Windows Shell/User]
Windows® Troubleshooting http://www.winhelponline.com


I have repeatedly tried to upgrade to SP2. The download is fine about halfway
through the installation I get a box with a red x saying "Access Denied".
Next it starts the recovery wizard. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Ron Martell]

I have repeatedly tried to upgrade to SP2. The download is fine about halfway
through the installation I get a box with a red x saying "Access Denied".
Next it starts the recovery wizard. Any help would be appreciated.

Here is an additional web site which may provide some assistance with
your installation problem:

Service Pack 2 install preparation:
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/spackins.htm

Good luck

Ron Martell Duncan B.C. Canada
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Microsoft MVP (1997 - 2008)
On-Line Help Computer Service
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