IT NOTEs: May 2007

Thursday, May 31, 2007

Slipstreaming Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Create Bootable CD

Slipstreaming a Service Pack, is the process to integrate the Service Pack into the installation so that with every new installation the Operating System and Service Pack are installed at the same time.

Slipstreaming is usually done on network shares on corporate systems. But with the advent of CD burners, it does actually make some sense for the home user or small business user to do the same.

Microsoft added the ability to Slipstream a Service Pack to Windows 2000 and Windows XP. It not only has the advantage that when you (re)install your OS, you don't have to apply the Service Pack later, also if you update any Windows component later, you'll be sure that you get the correct installation files if Windows needs any.

Slipstream Windows XP Service Pack 2

Download the (full) "Network Install" of the Service Pack (English version [266 MB]), and save it to a directory (folder) on your hard drive (in my case D:\XP-SP2). Other languages can be downloaded from the Microsoft Download Web site.

Note: do not use spaces in the folder name!

Next copy your Windows XP CD to your hard drive. Just create a folder (I used \XP-CD), and copy all the contents of your Windows XP CD in that folder.

Next, open a Command Prompt (Start > Run > cmd), and go to the folder where you downloaded SP2 (cd \foldername). Type the command: servicepack filename /integrate:drive/path. In my example the command is WindowsXP-KB835935-SP2-ENU /integrate:D:\XP-CD.

If you get the error:

This service pack can't be integrated error

This is caused by the fact that your Windows XP CD contains updates that will be automatically installed when you run setup. This type of CD's will usually be from larger OEM suppliers (like Dell, HP, or others).

You cannot use this type of CD to create a slipstreamed SP2 install.

First, the files will be extracted, and next they will be integrated in your Windows XP files:

When ready, you should get a confirmation. Windows XP Service Pack 2 has now been Slipstreamed into your original Windows XP files.

Creating a Bootable CD

For this part I used IsoBuster and Nero Burning ROM 6 (make sure you have the latest version, but at least 5.5.9.0).

After you install IsoBuster, you can choose to use only the product's free functionality for what we want to do, IsoBuster will look like the image below (you need to have your original Windows XP CD in the CD-ROM drive).

Start to extract the boot loader from the original Windows XP CD. Using IsoBuster, select the "folder" Bootable CD, and right-click Microsoft Corporation.img. From the menu choose Extract Microsoft Corporation.img, and extract it to the folder on your hard drive where you have your Windows XP files (D:\XP-CD in my case).

Next, start Nero Burning ROM, and choose CD-ROM (Boot) in the New Compilation window. On the Boot tab, select Image file under Source of boot image data, and browse to the location of the Microsoft Corporation.img file. Also enable Expert Settings, choosing No Emulation, and changing the Number of loaded sectors to 4 (otherwise it won't boot!)

The ISO tab should be configured correctly as shown below:

If you have an older version of Nero you won't have the option Do Not Add ";1" ISO file version extention under Relax ISO Restrictions. You won't be able to boot your new CD, so update Nero!

You can configure the Label tab to your liking, I would however recommend that you keep the Volume Label the same as on your original Windows XP CD. Here are some (English) Labels:

Windows XP Professional: WXPCCP_EN
Windows XP Home: WXHCCP_EN
Windows XP Professional OEM: WXPOEM_EN
Windows XP Home OEM: WXHOEM_EN

Next press New, and from the File Browser window, select the files and folders from your slipstreamed location (in my case D:\XP-CD). Now drag & drop the selected files in the ISO1 window.

Next, burn your new CD.

You now have a Bootable, Slipstreamed Windows XP Service Pack 2 CD!

Uninstalling Windows from Command Prompt

http://www.theeldergeek.com/uninstall_xp_from_command_prompt.htm

Uninstalling Windows from Command Prompt

One option included in Windows XP is the ability to uninstall XP if you performed an upgrade from Windows 98, 98SE, or Windows Me. The standard method of removing XP is achieved by booting into XP normally and uses the Add/Remove Programs tool in Control Panel. If you are unable to start XP normally, the second option is to load XP in Safe Mode then use the same tool. If you are unable to boot normally or boot into Safe Mode, XP can be removed by uninstalling from a Command Prompt. The procedure is as follows:

Important Note: This procedure is available only if a successful image of the previous operating system was created during the XP upgrade.

Start the computer to Safe Mode with Command Prompt.

At the command prompt, type cd\, and then press ENTER.

Type cd\windows\system32, and then press ENTER.

Type osuninst.exe, and then press ENTER.

On screen instructions will guide you through the uninstall process to revert to the previous operating system.

This procedure can only be performed by users logged on as Administrator or a user with administrative rights.

Keep your Computer free from Viruses, Trojans,Spyware and other Malware

http://www.helpwithwindows.com/techfiles/protect-your-pc.html

Keep your Computer free from Viruses, Trojans,
Spyware and other Malware

Surfing the Internet these days is a hazardous occupation, but a few simple precautions will keep your computer free from infection in an increasingly hostile environment.

Use the suggestions outlined below to ensure maximum security for your computer at minimum cost! Although this article is written based on Windows XP the basic principles apply to other Windows operating system versions too.

Windows

Keep your Windows fully up to date by applying Service Packs and all critical updates issued by Microsoft on the second Tuesday of each month (also known as 'Patch Tuesday'). Set Automatic Updates to Automatic or Notify - do not turn off Automatic Updates!. You can set Automatic Updates from the Windows Control Panel: click the Performance and Maintenance category, and then click System. Select the Automatic Updates tab (Figure).

If you have not installed a Service Pack (SP) to Windows, Service Pack 2 (SP2) is cumulative and does not require Service Pack 1 to be installed first.

Firewall

Run an effective Firewall and ensure that it loads automatically at boot time. Note: The firewall in Windows XP SP2 is more effective than that in SP1, but neither filters outbound traffic (traffic going out from your computer to the Internet). In SP2 the firewall is ON by default, but in SP1 it is OFF by default. A third party firewall is generally considered to be more effective and more configurable and usually works on both inbound and outbound traffic.

Some recommended free firewalls are:

- there are other firewalls of course: use your favorite.

You can check the effectiveness of your firewall at ShieldsUP - your system should be completely "stealthed".

Antivirus

Install antivirus software, keep it updated and always check that it is running when the computer boots up. Schedule a full system scan at least weekly and ensure that the virus definitions are automatically updated. It is recommended that email scanning is enabled in the antivirus software and disabled in your chosen firewall (if the facility to scan email exists there) to avoid possible conflicts. If you need to turn your antivirus off - often advised when installing software - physically disconnect from the Internet first.

Some recommendations for free antivirus software:

AntiSpyware

Windows Defender You should have antispyware software installed on your system, and have it scan your system regularly.

What is Spyware you ask? Spyware is a general term used for software that behaves in a certain way, such as showing you advertising, collecting your personal information, or changing the configuration of your computer, usually all without appropriately obtaining your approval to do so.

Warning: Do not buy or download any antispyware software without checking the Rogue/Suspect Anti-Spyware Products & Web Sites from Spyware Warrior. At best, you get a rogue program that is useless; at worst, they install spyware instead of removing it!

Here are some good (and free) AntiSpyware programs. We recommend that you have at least two or more installed; they will detect slightly different spyware programs, and may miss some others.

Windows Defender - formerly Microsoft Antispyware; this provides real time protection against spyware/malware, autoscans and autoupdates
SpywareBlaster 3.5 - permanent blocking of nearly 6000 known items of spyware, etc. Update manually once a week - autoupdate is available for a few $$
Spybot Search and Destroy - an on demand scanner with an immunise facility to provide a degree of permanent blocking. Scan and update manually once a week
Ad-Aware SE - an on demand scanner. Scan and Update manually once a week

- I'm sure there are other AntiSpyware programs, so use your favorite program.

Internet Explorer

Configure Internet Explorer for maximum security as outlined in this HelpWithWindows.com Article: How to surf the Internet more safely with Internet Explorer (Windows XP Service Pack 2 version). There's also a version if you are not running Windows XP SP2.

Set the cookie handling (Tools > Internet Options > Privacy) to Medium High (or High if you prefer).

Set Internet Explorer to empty the Temporary Internet Files folder when the browser is closed (Tools > Internet Options > Advanced scroll down to the Security section).

Turn on the popup stopper in IE 6 or use a third party popup stopper - the popup stopper in the Google Toolbar is very effective.

Install IESpyads - a list of Restricted sites which help to minimize 'drive by' infections while surfing.

A further security layer can be added by installing a custom Hosts file, such the MVPS HOSTS File.

FireFox

Set Firefox to automatically download and install updates.

Outlook Express

For maximum security Outlook Express should be configured so that messages do not automatically open in the Preview Pane (View > Layout uncheck Show Preview Pane). Suspicious emails, particularly those from an unknown source may then be deleted without opening them.

By default Outlook Express prevents the opening or saving of attachments which could potentially be a virus - in practice this means all attachments - not a very practical solution. The best advice is enable the opening/saving of attachments ( Tools > Options > Security) but to open only those that originate from a known source or are expected.

More Outlook Express tips in this HelpWithWindows.com TechFile: How to Secure your E-mail against certain viruses.

General Security

The general security of your system may be checked by running the Microsoft Baseline Security Analyser which will highlight any areas in which the system security is compromised and offer solutions to any problems found.

Remember that the performance of your antivirus and antispyware software will be compromised if the definitions are not kept up to date.

It is advisable to keep away from peer to peer file sharing sites which are often a source of viruses, etc or at least be aware of the risks involved.

FYI

My computer is set up essentially as outlined above and is connected to the Internet 10/15 hours a day. Apart from the odd piece of adware which is not detected by the current definitions of my real time antispyware scanner (Sunbelt Counter Spy), but which is often detected by Spybot or Ad-Aware I have never been infected by a virus or Trojan.

Windows XP, Installing and Setup (Microsoft)

http://www.helpwithwindows.com/WindowsXP/setup05.html
http://www.theeldergeek.com/kbi_setup.htm

Windows XP, Installing and Setup

Page 1:
- Preparing
- Home Edition vs. Professional
- Windows Update Advisor
- Hardware Compatibility List
- Upgrade your BIOS
- Get the latest drivers
Page 2:
- Backup your files
- Upgrade vs. Clean Install
- FDISK & Format
- Uninstall
- Dual Boot
Page 3:
- File System
- Clean Install Using Upgrade CD?
- Running Setup
- Dynamic Update
- Administrator Password
Page 4:
- Windows Welcome
- Post Installation Tasks
Page 5:
- Microsoft Knowledge Base Articles Relating to Setup

Page 5: Microsoft Knowledge Base Articles Relating to Setup

Here is a list of Microsoft Knowledge Base articles dealing with setup issues in Windows XP.

161703 -	"Stop: 0x0000001E" Error Message During Setup
216251 -	How to Specify a Specific or Third-Party HAL During Windows Setup
217073 -	Windows Setup Hangs When "Setup Is Starting Windows" Screen Appears
220845 -	Adding Third-Party or Updated Driver During Windows Setup
221447 -	Autologon and AutoLogonCount Parameters for Windows Unattended Setup
222939 -	Windows Setup Does Not Prompt for Installation Folder
225125 -	Limited OEM Driver Support with F6 During Windows Setup
238955 -	How to Use Cmdlines.txt File During Sysprep.exe Setup Wizard
242380 -	How to Use a Command Prompt During GUI-Mode Setup
249694 -	How to Move a Windows Installation to Different Hardware
255220 -	"NTLDR Is Missing" Error Message When You Upgrade or Install Over Windows 95 or Windows 98
256043 -	Mouse Jumps or Behaves Erratically After Installing Windows 2000 or Windows XP
257954 -	Random Files May Not Be Copied During Text-Mode Setup
278104 -	"This Program Cannot Be Run in DOS Mode" Running Windows XP Setup
279250 -	Truncated Folders May Not Migrate When Upgrade from 95/98 to XP
281652 -	Error Message "Setup Was Unable to Build the List of Files to Be Copied" During a Windows XP Unattended Installation
281653 -	Setup Appears to Stop Responding at the Registering Components Screen During an Unattended Installation
282008 -	Partitions Created by Using PartitionMagic 5.0 Appear Inactive in Windows XP Setup
282089 -	"The Language of This Installation of Windows Differs from the One You Are Installing" Error Message
282110 -	Third-Party Boot Manager Loaders Are Overwritten When You Install Windows XP from CD-ROM
282296 -	Setup from the 16-Bit Winnt.exe File Continues in an Endless Loop
283079 -	No Mouse or Keyboard Response During Sysprep Mini-Setup
283236 -	Cannot Install Windows XP Professional and Windows XP Home Edition to Separate Folders
283240 -	Quitting Text-Mode Setup Does Not Restart the Computer
283260 -	Setup Requires Format of Initial Partition If You Install to a Subsequent Partition on a Hard Disk
283332 -	Setup Stops Responding Upon Restart After You Install Windows XP to a Partition on an IA64 Computer
283421 -	Error Message About Partition Appears When You Install Windows XP to a Dynamic Volume
287546 -	"Missing Files" Error Message During Setup When Deploying Windows XP Images
289657 -	Out of Box Experience (OOBE) Does Not Run After Setup Completes
290109 -	Error Message: Unable to Log You on Because of an Account Restriction
291997 -	How to activate Windows XP using an Unattend.txt file
293281 -	Unpartitioned Space Remains When Creating a Partition During Setup
293765 -	Unattended Install Is Halted by Windows Logo Testing Warning During Device Detection Phase
293834 -	User Accounts That You Create During Setup Are Administrator Account Types
295116 -	A Description of the Windows XP Setup Function Keys
295322 -	Checking If Hardware or Software Is Compatible with Windows XP
296673 -	Windows Services for UNIX 2.0 Setup Does Not Work on Windows XP
296814 -	Setup Stops Responding (Hangs) During File Copy
296858 -	Error Message: Windows XP Requires a Hard Drive Volume with at Least 318 Megabytes of Free Space
297185 -	"STOP 0x000000ED UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME" Error Message
297837 -	The CD-ROM Drive May Not Be Accessible During Setup on Computers That Have DirectCD Installed
297924 -	"Setup Unable to Gain Access to Your Existing Boot Configuration File" Error Message During Upgrade
298800 -	PPPoE Clients from Third-Party Vendors May Not Operate Properly
299340 -	How to Force a HAL During Windows XP Setup
301262 -	Confusing Message About Pressing ESC to Restart Your Computer During Windows XP Setup
301340 -	During Setup You Are Unable to Format a Partition with a File Allocation Table Format
301933 -	Error Message: Setup Was Unable to Build the List of Files to Be Copied. The System Cannot Find the Path...
302686 -	Differences Between a Quick Format and Format During Windows XP Setup
302894 -	HOW TO: Install Backup from the CD-ROM in Windows XP Home Edition
303160 -	"Uninstall Option Not Available" ErrMsg Upgrading to Windows XP
303246 -	Fault-Tolerant RAID Volumes or Volume Sets Are Displayed as "Failed" After You Install Windows XP
303466 -	Master Boot Record Disks Cannot Be Converted to GPT by Means of an Unattended Setup
303488 -	Dial-Up Networking Connections Do Not Work After Upgrade to Windows XP
303607 -	Bluetooth Wireless Device No Longer Functions After Upgrade to Windows XP
305681 -	Computer Turns Off During Text-Mode Setup If it Is Too Hot
305746 -	Windows XP Setup Halts When You Start Installation from Within Windows 95
305883 -	Windows Upgrade Advisor Quits Abruptly During System Compatibility Check and No Report Appears
306081 -	"Error Code: 0x80004005" error message when you install Windows XP
306478 -	Troubleshooting America Online in Windows XP
307048 -	Cannot See Screen on Remote Computer After TS Setup
307061 -	One Installed Operating System Is Missing from the Startup Menu in a Multiple-Boot Computer
307064 -	Cannot Install Windows XP from a Folder That Is Not Named i386
307099 -	STOP 7b Error Occurs When You Press F6 to Load Drivers During Unattended Windows XP Setup
307107 -	Blue Screen During Startup on Computer with Sidewinder Gamepad
307153 -	Errors Upgrading from Windows Me or Windows 98 to Windows XP
307316 -	Volume License Product ID Is Revealed During the Sysprep.exe Mini-Setup Wizard
307848 -	How to start the Setup program from MS-DOS in Windows XP
308233 -	How to Start Windows XP Uninstallation from a Command Prompt
308368 -	Windows XP Upgrade Advisor Warning About the IrDA Protocol
309283 -	HAL Options After Windows XP or Windows Server 2003 Setup
309800 -	Serial Mouse Is Not Detected During Windows XP Setup
310064 -	How to troubleshoot problems during installation when you upgrade from Windows 98 or Windows Millennium Edition to Windows XP
310527 -	Stop Error When You Upgrade from Windows 2000: Bad_Pool_Caller 0xC2
310637 -	Troubleshooting Invalid CD Key Error Message During Windows XP Setup
310760 -	Windows XP Does Not Respond at "Setup Is Starting Windows XP" Message
310994 -	How to obtain Windows XP Setup boot disks
311220 -	Description of the Dynamic Update Feature in Windows XP Setup
311345 -	Long Delay with No Prompt After You Click Finish
311442 -	Error Message: Error = 3E6H. Setup Cannot Continue. Please Contact Microsoft Technical Support
311446 -	You Cannot Start Programs (.exe Files) When Your Computer Is Infected with the SirCam Virus
311562 -	"An Unexpected Error (768) Occurred at Line 5118@ind:Xp\Client\Boot\Setup\Setup.c" Error Message During Windows XP Setup
311755 -	"The File 'Asms' on Windows XP Professional CD-ROM Is Needed" Error Message When You Install Windows XP
311775 -	You Receive a "Windows Setup Cannot Continue Without Service Pack 5 or Greater Installed" While Upgrading to Windows XP
312295 -	You are prompted to activate Windows every time you restart your computer
312369 -	You May Lose Data or Program Settings After Reinstalling, Repairing, or Upgrading Windows XP
312569 -	How to Manually Start the Uninstall Process to Remove Windows XP
312942 -	Missing Data or Program Settings After Upgrade to Windows XP
313041 -	Setup Error Appears During an Upgrade from Windows 98 or Windows Me to Windows XP
313935 -	OFF2000: Office Programs Stop Responding After You Upgrade to Windows XP
314052 -	How to Manually Remove Windows XP and Restore Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows Millennium
314451 -	"STOP 0x0000001E" Error Message During Windows Setup
314466 -	Black startup screen is briefly displayed and your computer restarts repeatedly when you try to start Windows XP
314479 -	How to Add OEM Plug and Play Drivers to Windows XP
314503 -	Computer Stops Responding with a Black Screen When You Start Windows
314859 -	Limited OEM Driver Support Is Available with F6 During Windows XP Setup
314931 -	Missing Data or Program Settings After You Upgrade to Windows XP
315242 -	How to Designate the Original Folder Name for a Reinstallation of Windows XP
315323 -	Windows XP Setup Stops Responding (Hangs) During the "Preparing Installation" Phase
315324 -	"Setup Was Unable to Load File" Error Message When You Upgrade to Windows XP Home Edition
315325 -	You Cannot Print Documents After Upgrade to Windows XP
315332 -	"Fatal Error. An Error Has Been Encountered That Has Prevented Setup from Continuing" Error Message During Windows XP Setup
315334 -	"D:\i386\win9xupg\w95upg.dll" Error Message When You Attempt to Upgrade to Windows XP
315335 -	"STOP 0x0000008e" Error Message During Windows XP Setup
315341 -	How to Perform an In-Place Upgrade (Reinstallation) of Windows XP
315532 -	"Fatal Error. An Error Has Been Encountered That Has Prevented Setup from Continuing" Error Message During Windows XP Setup
315679 -	Problems with Drive Overlay Programs in Windows XP
316134 -	You Cannot Log On to Windows XP After Running the Out-of-Box Experience
316400 -	"An Unexpected Error Has Occurred (536821760)" Error Message When You Try to Install Windows XP
316404 -	"Error Reading CD-ROM" Error Message When You Upgrade to Windows XP
316417 -	"Setup Cannot Upgrade Some Settings" Error Message When You Reinstall Windows XP
316425 -	Error Message: Setup Cannot Set the Required Windows XP Configuration Information
316502 -	Error Message When You Upgrade to Windows XP: Migisol Caused an Error in KERNEL32.DLL
316505 -	Windows XP Does Not Recognize All Available Disk Space
316639 -	HOW TO: Prepare to Upgrade Windows 98 or Windows Millennium Edition to Windows XP
318026 -	Passwords Are Unexpectedly Assigned to User Accounts After You Upgrade to Windows XP
318031 -	Black Screen on Startup After You Upgrade to Windows XP Professional
319424 -	Error Message "Setup Cannot Upgrade..." When You Upgrade to Windows XP Professional
320252 -	Error Message: Windows Could Not Start Because the Following File Is Missing or Corrupt...
320553 -	CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive Missing After You Install Windows XP
324103 -	HOW TO: Troubleshoot "Stop 0x0000007B" Errors in Windows XP
324764 -	Problems when Windows XP tries to load the Agp440.sys service
326673 -	Error Message: Setup Cannot Find the End-User License Agreement
326676 -	"Error Loading Operating System" Error Message When You Restart Your Computer During Setup
326904 -	Error Message: The Product Key Used to Install Windows Is Invalid
329261 -	"Service Pack 1 Setup Canceled" Error Message When You Install Windows XP SP1
329623 -	Problems with InterVideo DVD software after upgrading to Windows XP Service Pack 1
330134 -	STOP: 0x0000006B "Process1_ Initialization_Failed" Error Message When You Try to Upgrade to Windows
330136 -	Windows XP Logs You Off When You Try to Activate the Product
330175 -	Stop 0xc000221 Error Message When You Upgrade to Windows XP
330182 -	"STOP 0x0000007E" Error Message After You Upgrade to Windows XP
330251 -	Upgrade Advisor Reports a Blocking Issue with SecuRemote When You Upgrade to Windows XP
327833 -	You cannot view Web content files in Thumbnails view after you install Windows XP Service Pack 1 or Windows XP Service Pack 2
810605 -	You Are Prompted to Type a Password After You Upgrade to Windows XP
810704 -	You Receive a Prompt for the Aliadwdm.sys File When Upgrading Windows XP
810879 -	Older Version of IomegaWare Causes Error Message After You Upgrade to Windows XP
811150 -	Setup Repeatedly Stops and Restarts
811152 -	"Unsupported Device" in Device Manager After You Install Windows XP on Your Dell Dimension 8100 Computer
811260 -	Prompted to Insert Your Windows XP CD-ROM During Setup When the CD-ROM Is in the CD-ROM Drive
811267 -	Setup Stops Responding or Displays an Unrecoverable Error Message
811276 -	Setup Stops Responding or Displays an Unrecoverable Error Message
811428 -	Event ID 7011 Messages and Computer Stops Responding After You Install Windows XP by Using the Sysprep Utility
812204 -	Windows XP Setup Reverts to the Welcome Screen When You Enter the Product Key
812247 -	Windows XP Setup Cannot Continue
812580 -	Error Message: Ntkrnlmp.exe Could Not Be Loaded Error Code 7
818171 -	"An Error Has Been Encountered That Prevents Setup from Continuing" Error Message When Sysprep Mini Wizard Runs
822124 -	"An Error Occurred Copying File Cdrom.sys" Error Message During Windows XP Upgrade
822796 -	Error: "Setup Was Unable To Verify Drive"
822801 -	"Setupapi.dll File Appears to be Corrupt" Error Message When You Try to Upgrade to Windows XP
822967 -	Windows XP Setup Stops Responding During the "Collecting Information" Portion of Setup
823303 -	"Failed To Install Product Catalog" Error Message When You Install Windows XP
835409 -	You cannot restore Windows XP with Service Pack 2 after you restore Windows XP with Service Pack 1
837783 -	The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 2
840635 -	Cannot install a Bluetooth device after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
873171 -	You cannot roll back a device driver to a previously installed driver after you install Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
883254 -	You receive a "The product key used to install Microsoft Windows may not be valid" error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 2
883356 -	You receive a "Windows was unable to install the modem" error message when you try to install a modem on your Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
883392 -	You receive an "Other Operating System found" error message when you try to upgrade to Windows XP
883603 -	Windows Movie Maker 2.1 is installed on your computer when you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
884018 -	You cannot add a Windows component in Windows XP
884675 -	You receive a "Copy Error: Setup cannot copy the file Atapi.sys" error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 2, Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005, or Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1
885222 -	Performance of 1394 devices may decrease after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
885443 -	Stop:0x00000082 occurs after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 on Windows XP
886264 -	Programs that may experience a change in behavior after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
886809 -	Live video conversations in chat sessions may be choppy after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)
886930 -	The splash screen that appears at startup does not display the complete Windows XP version information
888017 -	How to expand Windows XP files from the installation disk
888137 -	The amount of RAM reported by the System Properties dialog box and the System Information tool is less than you expect after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
888372 -	You receive a "Stop 0x0000007E" error message after you upgrade to Windows XP Service Pack 2 on a non-Intel-processor-based computer
888413 -	Windows XP stops responding and you receive a stop error message after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
889386 -	You may receive an "access denied" error message when a Web site redirects you to another Web page on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
891559 -	You cannot access resources after you install Security Bulletin MS04-011 or Windows XP Service Pack 2
891891 -	You may receive error messages when you try to upgrade your current Windows operating system to Windows XP
891892 -	Setup may restart during the hardware detection phase of Windows XP installation
891895 -	"Setup cannot create a temporary folder" error message when you try to upgrade to Windows XP
892889 -	You may receive error 678 or error 769 when you try to connect to the Internet or when you try to browse the Internet after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
892896 -	You may receive a "Limited or no connectivity" message on a computer that is connected to the Internet by a DSL modem or a cable modem after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
893356 -	Your Windows XP-based computer stops responding if you install or upgrade to Windows XP Service Pack 2
893654 -	How to view the upgrade report after the Setup program finishes installing Windows XP
894472 -	Third-party programs that require lots of memory do not run in Windows XP Service Pack 2
897086 -	Windows Setup may report the size of an IDE hard disk incorrectly in Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, and Windows 2000
897099 -	The Setup program stops responding, and you receive a low disk space error when you install Windows XP
898456 -	A removable media device is no longer recognized after it is reformatted in Windows XP
904035 -	The Windows XP Mini-Setup Wizard may appear to stop responding after you install Windows XP
904767 -	Third-party programs that require lots of memory do not run in Windows XP Service Pack 2
918005 -	Battery power may drain more quickly than you expect on a Windows XP SP2-based portable computer
919490 -	Programs that throw many exceptions run significantly slower on a Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)-based computer
920074 -	You cannot start the Windows Firewall service in Windows XP SP2
931532 -	Error message when you start Windows XP unattended Setup by using Winnt.exe together with the /2 option: "Setup was unable to copy the following file: "

Tuesday, May 29, 2007

Conflict for IP address

http://www.chicagotech.net/troubleshooting/eventid4199.htm

Event ID 4199 - "The system has detected a conflict for IP address"

Symptom: 1. You just turn on you computer, and receive an error message similar to one of the following messages:

The system has detected a conflict for IP address with the system having hardware address .

The system detected an address conflict for IP address with the system having hardware address . The local interface is being disabled.

2. In the Event Viewer, you may see the Event ID 4199 - Description:

The system detected an address conflict for IP address 192.168.1.100 with the system having network hardware address 00:0C:41:9B:88:89.

Cause: There is another networking computer or device on the network using the same IP address.

Resolutions:

You may want to renew the computer IP by using ipconfig /release and renew command.
You may assign a static IP.
To find out the other device that is using the same IP, you may have three options. 1) Check the records of DNS or WINS. 2) Disconnect your computer from the network, and then using ping –a command to find another computer host name. 3) You can use ARP –a command to find the Mac address of other device.
Or check this case study - System detected an address conflict for IP

Troubleshooting Windows XP Setup

http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_setup.htm

Troubleshooting Windows XP Setup

Troubleshooting Windows XP Setup

Windows XP Top 10 Questions and Answers	Kelly's Korner
Get Ready to Set Up Windows XP Professional	MS-KB Article
Preparing to Install Windows XP as an Upgrade	Gary Woodruff [MVP]
Windows XP Readiness Test	PCPitstop
Windows XP Professional System Requirements	MS-KB Article
Windows XP Home Edition System Requirements	MS-KB Article
Windows XP Upgrade Advisor	MS-KB Article
Hardware Compatibility List for Windows XP (HCL)	MS-KB Article
Software Compatibility Site for Windows XP	Jon Crowe
Windows XP Application Compatibility Update	MS-KB Article
Microsoft Support Policy on Hardware Not On Windows HCL	MS-KB Article
A Program Compatibility Check List for Windows XP	MS-KB Article
Windows XP Clean Install (Interactive Setup)	Paul Thurrott
Information About Hardware Device Drivers for Windows XP - NEW Driver Agent: Scan Now	MS-KB Article
XP Support By Device & Manufacturer & Drivers for Windows XP	Assorted Sources
Quick Guide to Pre-installing Windows	MS-KB Article
Error Messages During Upgrade from Windows Me/Windows 98 to Windows XP	MS-KB Article
Troubleshooting Windows XP Professional Setup Errors & Problems	MS-KB Article
"NTLDR Is Missing" Error Message When You Upgrade or Install Over Win 95/98/Me	MS-KB Article
"The File 'Asms' on Windows XP Professional CD-ROM Is Needed"	MS-KB Article
Err Msg: Setup Cannot Continue. Please Contact Microsoft...	MS-KB Article
"An Unexpected Error (768) Occurred..." During Windows XP Setup	MS-KB Article
"Path Specified in Setup Is Invalid" Error Message When You Try to Install Windows XP	MS-KB Article
Error Message "Setup Cannot Upgrade..." When You Upgrade to Windows XP Pro	MS-KB Article
Setup Cannot Continue. Please Contact Microsoft Technical Support. (Error: 3E6h)	MS-KB Article
"STOP 0x0000008e" Error Message During Windows XP Setup	MS-KB Article
Message About Pressing ESC to Restart Your Computer During Windows XP Setup	MS-KB Article
Troubleshooting Stop Errors in Windows XP	MS-KB Article
HOW TO: Use the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard with a Wizard Disk	MS-KB Article
HOW TO: Use the Files & Settings Transfer Wizard By Using the Windows XP CD	MS-KB Article
HOW TO: Create a Multiple-Boot System in Windows XP	MS-KB Article
Troubleshoot Windows XP Setup Problems When You Upgrade from Win98 or Win Me	MS-KB Article
Windows XP Does Not Respond at "Setup Is Starting Windows XP"	MS-KB Article
Troubleshooting Windows XP Professional Setup	MS-KB Article
Troubleshooting Windows XP Home Edition Setup	MS-KB Article
Troubleshooting Invalid CD Key Error Message During Windows XP Setup	MS-KB Article
Obtaining Windows XP Setup Boot Disks	MS-KB Article
HOW TO: Create a Boot Disk for an NTFS or FAT Partition with Windows XP	MS-KB Article
Use System Files to Create a Boot Disk to Guard Against Being Unable to Start Win XP	MS-KB Article
Windows XP Product Activation	Alex Nichol [MVP]

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Thursday, May 31, 2007

Troubleshooting Windows XP

Troubleshooting Windows XP

Customizing Windows XP

Customizing Windows XP

Slipstreaming Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Create Bootable CD

Slipstreaming Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Create Bootable CD

Slipstream Windows XP Service Pack 2

Creating a Bootable CD

If you have an older version of Nero you won't have the option Do Not Add ";1" ISO file version extention under Relax ISO Restrictions. You won't be able to boot your new CD, so update Nero!

Uninstalling Windows from Command Prompt

Uninstalling Windows from Command Prompt

Keep your Computer free from Viruses, Trojans,Spyware and other Malware

Keep your Computer free from Viruses, Trojans,
Spyware and other Malware

Windows XP, Installing and Setup (Microsoft)

Windows XP, Installing and Setup

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Tuesday, May 29, 2007

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Troubleshooting Windows XP Setup

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