my computer guard reboot changes back several times after the installation of Service pack 2 on Vista.

I tried to update my computer (Dell, Vista Home premium) with service pack 2 for Vista.
But after completing the installation, there was an error when I tried to restart to complete update and work stoppage.
So I restarted the computer and, instead of log on screen, the message [service pack was not installed recovery changes do not turn off your computer] appeared
and then restart automatically.

Now it's repeating this cycle for a day!... .the message - > restart-> message-> restart...
What should I do? I can still start windows safe mode. (the same message...)
I have lots of important files it contains so really want to reinstall Vista.
Please help me...

Hi arkitekromero,

Given that repair options did not work for you.  I suggest you try the method below.

Change the settings of the REGISTRY can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from starting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the REGISTRY settings configuration can be solved. Changes to these settings are at your own risk.

Rename the Pending.xml file, and then change the registry notes read the following important notes before you use this troubleshooting method.

  • Use this method to resolve the symptom of restart that is described in the "Symptoms" section, so that you can back up data before you reinstall Windows. You must use this method of troubleshooting only if you plan to back up data and reinstall Windows.
  • Use this method only after trying other methods.

    Note If your computer is not configured to start from a CD or a DVD, see the documentation provided with your computer for instructions on how to continue.

  • Use this method only if the computer has no restore points or if you cannot start your computer to a point where the system restore feature is available.
  • After using this method, the following conditions may exist until reinstalling Windows:
    • An update is being installed may not be installed correctly.
    • Windows Update may not work correctly.
    • If an update is installed, you may be unable to stop the installation process.
    • You may be unable to enable and disable certain Windows functions in option.
    • Certain optional Windows features may not work correctly.
    • The computer may be in an unprotected state.

To rename the Pending.xml file, and edit the registry, follow these steps.

Start Windows Vista and go to system recovery options:

  1. Insert the Windows Vista installation disc in the disc drive, and then restart the computer.
  2. When you are prompted to restart from the disc, press any key.
  3. When you are prompted, configure the language to install, time and currency formatsand keyboard or input method options that you want, and then click Next.
  4. On the Install Windows page, click repair your computer.
  5. In the System Recovery Options page, click the version of the Windows Vista operating system that you want to repair, and then click Next.

Use the system recovery options to rename the Pending.xml file and modify the registry:

  1. In the System Recovery Options page, click command prompt.
  2. Type cd C:\windows\winsxs, and then press ENTER.
  3. Type ren pending.xml pending.old, and then press ENTER.
  4. Type regedit and press ENTER.
  5. Select HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE.
  6. On the file menu, click load the hive.
  7. Look for the following folder:
    C:\windows\system32\config\components
  8. When you are prompted for a name, type Offline_Components.
  9. In the registry editor, find and delete the following registry subkey:
    HLKM\Offline Components\AdvancedInstallersNeedResolving
    HKLM\Offline Components\PendingXmlIdentifier

Exit the registry editor:

  1. At the command prompt, type exit to quit the registry editor.
  2. Press ENTER.
  3. Click restart.

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