Crash when upgrading to sp2

[terstr]

I have tried twice upgrading with sp2 on my computer, resulting in critical error when restarting. It looks like the problem is linked to the monitor.

What happens is that the monitor turns black and I get a critical error linked to the monitor. Do any of you have a clue why I get theese problems.

[Andromeda43]

I have done the upgrade to SP2 on many computers.

Here are some common-sence rules to follow:

1. Use the upgrade CD from Microsoft....not a downloaded file. A file could have errors.

2. Go into MSCONFIG and disable all programs starting up on boot,,,especially AV and AS software. Turn off any Firewalls.

3. Clean up your hard drive, getting rid of all temp files, temp-int. files, etc.

4. Run Chkdsk, then Defrag your HD

Do a clean boot, insert the Upgrade Cd and start the upgrade.

Your monitor should have absolutely NO effect on the SP2 upgrade.

Good Luck,

Andromeda43

[JRosenfeld]

Add to Andromeda's list:

Make sure you have no virus/malware.

[Andromeda43]

Yeah, what JRosenfeld said!

And, to do that, you're going to have to download and run several programs.

Here's my favorite list.

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These are the programs I use every day to keep my own PC spotlessly clean.

I suggest every person having any Virus or Spyware issues get these programs

and use them immediately.

Do check for updates to all your security software on a DAILY basis.

SPYWARE BLOCKERS/REMOVERS:

a-squared (a²) is a complementary product to antivirus software and desktop firewalls on MS Windows computers. Antivirus software specializes in detecting classic viruses. Many available products have weaknesses in detecting other malicious software (Malware) like Trojans, Dialers, Worms and Spyware (Adware). a² fills the gap that malware writers exploit.

a2 FREE can be downloaded at:

http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/free/

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on "Download a2 Free now"

Spybot Search & Destroy, a great anti Spyware program.

Can be downloaded from:

http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file_desc...id,22262,00.asp

For instructions on how to set up Spybot for best operation,

download the instruction sheet from my website.

http://theshadow.members.atlantic.net

AdAware SE/Personal. Another top notch anti Spyware program.

Can be downloaded from:

http://www.majorgeeks.com/download506.html

Spyware Blaster, a great Spyware Blocker.

Protects both I.E. and Mozilla Firefox.

Can be downloaded from:

http://www.majorgeeks.com/download2859.html

ANTI-VIRUS PROTECTION:

AVG 7 FREE:

World famous AVG will keep your computer free of viruses, trojans, dialers, etc.

By default, it updates and scans for viruses on a daily basis.

Can be downloaded from:

http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/2/

Save to your desktop and run the install from there.

Immediately get updates. More than one may be required.

Stinger: Stand Alone Virus Scanner

Check for new version, once a week.

Can be downloaded from:

http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/

Save to your Desktop and run from there.

vCleaner, Stand Alone Virus Checker from Grisoft.

Can be downloaded from:

http://www.infinitevelocity.com/tips/tips_vcleaner.htm

Save to your Desktop and run from there.

REGISTRY CLEANER:

Easy Cleaner, the best Registry Cleaner I've found so far.

Can be downloaded from:

http://personal.inet.fi/business/toniarts/ecleane.htm

Just scroll down to "Download & Installation" and click on the first floppy disk symbol.

FIREWALL:

The XP windows firewall is only a 50% firewall, blocking incoming hackers but doing nothing to stop any ET that's already on your PC from "Phoning Home". It seems like almost every program you install anymore, wants to "Phone Home". It's a good idea to NOT allow this activity. My suggested Firewall to prevent this activity is the FREE version of a world famous product called "Zone Alarm".

ZA can be downloaded from:

http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/cata...lid=dbtopnav_za

And, while you're there, notice their FREE security test. This test uses Active-X controls and will only work if you access it from Internet Explorer. (will NOT work from Firefox or Netscape) It's a long download on a dial-up service. You'll probably just want to skip this test. If it does find something, it won't remove it unless you buy the full retail version. Just download the FREE version of ZoneAlarm.

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Hey, this ain't Rocket Science.....just common sense stuff.

Andromeda43