Problems updating XP to SP3?

I just replaced my hard drive and reloaded windows XP with service pack 2, I found the windows auto update doesn't work anymore. I tried to download the service Pack 3, but it did not work either, from what I've read that your computer needs service pack 3 for the automatic upsdates to work! I use 32 bit and the AVG antivirus software.  I just keep going round in circles the fixit option there's also no help. Please can someone help?

Hi Brian312v,

·         You receive an error message or error code?

Follow these methods and check if that helps:

Method 1: Try to install Windows XP SP3 in clean boot state and check if it installs.

See section to learn more about how to clean boot.

How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" State

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/310353

Reset the computer to start as usual

When you are finished troubleshooting, follow these steps to reset the computer to start as usual:

a. click Start , and then click run.

b. type msconfig , and then click OK.

The System Configuration utility dialog box appears.

c. click on the general tab, click Normal Startup - load all device drivers and services and then click OK.

d. When you are prompted, click restart to restart the computer.

Method 2: I suggest you to follow the steps in troubleshooting this article and check if it helps.

How to troubleshoot an installation fails on Windows XP Service Pack 3

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950718

You can also see the following articles for more information on the installation of Windows XP Service Packs:

When you try to install Windows XP Service Pack, you receive the error message "Access denied" or "installing the Service Pack has not completed"

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/949377

 

How to get Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3)

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/322389

 

Let us know if that helps.

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