I have tried to install a new xp pro sp3 disc on a new computer but have been getting errors in the installation. I have tried 3 different times but it says that the disc is missing some components and when it is final it does not work properly. I talked to microsoft but they are of no help. I finally talked to a tech person that asked me if I had another disc and I have an older sp2 disc. He said to install that but when I put in the key for my new disc it does not work with my older disc. I finally put in my old key and it worked fine. THe installation went off without a hitch but I won't be able to use my old key when I activate it. When I install the sp3 download will I be able to change my key to the new disc key? Can someone help me here? I have never had this problem before.

i'm not sure ingeborgdot but you can always try to change your key to the one you got with the sp3 disk.

you're not able to change it during the install of sp3.

download a key changer @ http://ryan.ript.net/xppid/

make sure you got your sp2 key as well, if it doesn't work you can always change it back.

for the second time, i'm not sure.

If you're in a hurry i would have tried it.