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• Can I install Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 without disk

  I have a computer I bought in 2005 and my hard drive required just to be erased neutralize caused by a virus. I need to reinstall Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005, but can not find the drive from anywhere. Is it possible to download or request another copy of the disc, I always have the product key as well

  Please see: How to replace lost Microsoft software

• Windows 7 media center tv guide planning lost .dll

  My anti-virus found a .dll suspect something like a regular planning. I deleted the .dll file and it seems that it was necessary for the update to Windows 7 media center tv guide (now displays the available data). I have reset media center several times with no luck. Unfortunately, I can't restore to an earlier date or obtain the file from my Recycle Bin. I still have Windows 7 64 bit upgrade disk if I can find the name of the file and know where to copy it in.

  Thanks for your help,

  jqh947

  Hi jqh947,

  1. you remember which dll file has been deleted?

  I would say Mr scanner SFC on the computer that would be a system file corrupt on the computer search and replace.

  The analysis may take some time, so be patient. Windows allows to fix corrupt or missing files it finds. If the information of the installation CD is required to fix the problem, you may be asked to insert your Windows Vista installation CD.

  For more information please visit the link below.

  How to use the System File Checker tool to fix the system files missing or corrupted on Windows Vista or Windows 7

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

  I hope this helps!

  Halima S - Microsoft technical support.

  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Mouse and keyboard no longer works in Windows XP Media Center edition

  I moved my Gigabyte Media Center and start the keyboard and mouse are are suddenly stopped working. Works very well to access the BIOS key and F8 for safe mode - has also no feature mouse keybpard or. So with any form of Windows I have no input control. It is not a problem with the keyboard because it works in start mode. Tried other mouse USB and keyboards all to nothing does not. There are no PS2 port on the machine. I found a few examples of this anomaly on the web, but no real answers. It looks like windows for mouse and keyboard drivers are corrupt? But how can I get reinstall - machine is defunct Evesham, I don't have a recovery disk or a serial number. Any help would be accepted with gratitude!

  Hi Keith,

  Thank you for your response and keep us updated.

  I suggest you run the fix from the link next and if it helps.

  USB devices stop working in Windows XP Media Center Edition

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/890546

  If the problem persists, feel free to let us know. We will be happy to help you.

• Windows XP Media Center Edition computer will not start.

  When it starts, I get a BootMagic screen that allows me to choose the normal Windows operating system or partition DOS6. The next screen is text offering choices such as: Safe Mode, last known good Windows, normal windows, etc. None of the choices do something else that restart the boot process.
  I have backups of the C: drive in real Image files and ntbackup. I would like to make a bootable cd or dvd with the files needed to be able to copy the data on another dvd or on the local network to another computer. This computer was made by the gateway. No real installation CD were provided, just a "operating system Disk' which is of no use. The disk has been partitioned as C: D: K: etc. I added a 40 GB IDE drive, which is where half the data is I want back. I can 'see' readers when I boot from an old CD disk to Image, but may not see the LAN or write in the CD burner. Basically, should what files I put on a cd to boot?

  Well, almost a month since the gateway computer's dead, and I do not have anything on it. Spent a lot more time for the new computer with Windows 7 to run my most used programs: WordPerfect and Lotus 1-2-3. According to me, that you gave me a choice when I reinstalled Windows 7 to use either 64 or 32-bit. If I had a choice, it is 64. At this point, I wish I had chosen 32, due to all the incompatibilities resulting in 64. I doubt that there are real benefits for me. One thing they point out is his ability to deal with > 4 GB of RAM. This computer has 2.

  What I installed was XP HP discs received with a laptop period of 2002. Probably violates some policy Windows, but my rationalization was that bridge should have on giving me the opportunity to re - install the Windows XP Media Center edition. I prefer to get this OS works because it has a smooth operation built in encryption system.
  I tried to use the provided gateway recovery cd again, but not long after starting it fails with a 'memory overflow, please insert another disk' message. Gateway support has not been cooperative, so I can try again. I think that they have it for me.

  The XP system is running on a 40 GB IDE drive that I had added to the computer. There are too many error messages trying to install an operating system on theoriginal 250 GB SATA drive. Usually the installation of software did not see the SATA drive. He is currently disconnected. It work pretty well in the new computer from HP in the 2nd SATA slot for to retrieve me my data.

• Windows XP Home installed, but I have a product key for Windows XP media center 2005

  A month ago, my laptop computer motherboard fried.  I bought a similar laptop with no hard drive and a screen broken off of ebay and tinkered together in a working computer.  However, I have Windows XP home on the hard drive of the old computer and a Windows XP media center 2005 sticker on the new product key.   Product key update tool Windows won't let me upgrade to the new key.  Is there a way for me to update my windows media center Edition, so that the key work?

  "Woogie1" wrote in message News: 52fbe66b-45ee-4613-ad9d-c992574a5433...

  A month ago, my laptop computer motherboard fried.  I bought a similar laptop with no hard drive and a screen broken off of ebay and tinkered together in a working computer.  However, I have Windows XP home on the hard drive of the old computer and a Windows XP media center 2005 sticker on the new product key.   Product key update tool Windows won't let me upgrade to the new key.  Is there a way for me to update my windows media center Edition, so that the key work?

  What a pleasure - this really makes the license issues a joy.
  If I understand you right, "fried" your old computer was XP Home Edition - and the replacement motherboard came from a machine with MCE?
  If so, then Yes, you must use the MCE license, rather than the home one. To be entirely legal, it must also have the sticker COST MCE glued to the box.
  MCE is XP Pro - which is a reason that you can not change just the product key-based. The other is that the update tool simply is not designed to work with MCE.
  What can you do?
  Unfortunately, there is no way around it, whatever you do will involve a clean install (to backup your data first led outdoors!) If you want to stick with MCE.
   
  (1) you can go to the manufacturer of the MCE machine and ask if they can provide the recovery disc for this machine - if you're lucky, they may still have some in stock. If they are not, try restoredisks.com
  (2) you can take your life in your hands and download a torrent of a set of installation MCE - it's going to be at least two CD there are a couple of "real" out there, who are free of malicious software, but most is contaminated in some way, so be very careful and do due diligence on any download you.
  (3) you can try to find a legitimate MCE pack on sale somewhere - I don't know what it should cost, or that also the prices on them are moving from MS stopped making years and they are like gold dust. (XP Pro prices are rising, but I suspect that MCE prices may be down).
  (4) you can purchase a legal license for XP Edition family - again, be very careful where you buy-it came to a point where there are more counterfeits than legal market. This would allow you to use the update tool to keep your current installation.
   
  Note that there is no such thing as a 'detail' MCE - MCE all licenses are OEM and as such, cannot upgrade a XP Home license, where my earlier warning about backing up your data.
   
  HTH
  
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  Noel Paton | Nil Carborundum Illegitemi | CrashFixPC | The lazy three fingers

• Windows XP media center edition 2005 for SR1755NX

  Please, how can they get the Windows XP media center edition 2005, I do not have the disks. I have Compaq SR1755NX and I have the original product key for this desktop computer.

  This is the factory original specifications for desktop Compaq Presario SR1755NX. According to the specifications, the computer was introduced on 3 March 2006 and provided with Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 SP2. In this computer age, HP is no longer maintains an inventory of recovery disc for your system. Contact the third-party provider ComputerSurgeons.com to buy discs of HP recovery for your computer.

• Windows XP Media Center 2005 cannot connect to the Internet

  Dear all,

  I'm having a problem with Windows XP Media Center 2005. The problem is that when I connect the cable from the modem to the laptop, I only send packets without receiving. The IP address I get is also 169.254.207.207, which is not a valid IP address to connect to the internet, and so I guess that something is blocking the laptop to get the IP address. Another thing I noticed is that when I turned off the modem and restart it, I have connectivity maybe 5 seconds and then return to no connectivity.

  You guys can tell me what is the problem, and if I have to download something but in addition to the internet so that I can get my laptop to work. That said, I can connect to wireless with no problems.

  Thanks for your help and your time

  Martyna

  Hello

  Sorry for the question but what modem did you mean?
  A simple analog modem or DSL (broadband) modem that supports support a LAN connection.
  If you mean the second then I would check the TCP/IP settings in the properties of LAN card. The settings should be set to automatic

  You should also check that you firewall settings.

• Qosmio F30: How-to: Manual Installation of Windows Xp Media Center Edition 2005

  Manual installation of Windows Xp Media Center Edition laptop Toshiba Qosmio F30 computer 2005
  Last updated October 3, 2006

  Important notes before starting:

  1 - the steps used for "Toshiba Qosmio F30" and for others models Qosmio that comes with "Intel Centrino Duo" Cpu and Xp Media Center 2005 installed.

  2. apply these steps if you have previous experience in the installation of Windows Xp, if you have that experience, then you can use the provided recovery CD to restore your system.

  3 - Windows Xp Media Center Cd is not provided with your laptop, if you have the Cd you can purchase from many online shops and in this case you will get the product key valid Windows Xp which you'll not need (because you already have one, you will find in it a small sticker on the back of your laptop and you can activate your Windows with it).
  In other words (you need for the first and the second Cd of Windows Xp Mce 2005 SP2 Oem).

  4. do not try to implement these measures on the other Versions of Windows Xp, use "Windows Xp Media Center Edition 2005 Sp2 Oem" only

  5. you must have the Usb floppy drive to install "Toshiba Raid Controller", it can be installed that by having the driver on a floppy disk and pressing F6 during the setup of Windows Xp, if you do not install the Raid driver then will Windows Xp does not recognize your hard drive.

  6 - notice of disclaimer
  I don't will not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or allegedly caused by or in connection with the use of this site or its content, including but not limited to delays, omissions and inaccuracies in content.

  Steps to follow:

  1 create drivers Cd of "Toshiba help utility", you should see the Toshiba help icon on the desktop, and then in the Toshiba help choose the "protect & difficulty" tab, you will find the Option ' create drivers & tools Cd "and insert a Cd Virgin to write to this
  "If this Option did not work, then you must install the restore Cd to get this job", the drivers are installed in a folder called Toolscd in the C:"" drive. To install your recovery Cd Power on your laptop and the "F12" hold and use the arrow keys to select the icon of the CD to boot from the Cd.

  2. create the Toshiba Raid since the driver Cd driver, the Toshiba Raid driver must be added during the Installation of Windows XP when they are asked to "Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or Raid Driver".
  To do this, insert the Cd of ' Windows' drivers, it will run automatically or Run "Browser.Exe" inside the Cd The 'Raid Driver' and click on Select 'Installation', it will show you the Raid driver files, insert A Blank Floppy and copy the files in The Floppy 'To be sure that all the files be on the root of The Floppy' or to download the Toshiba RAID driver from the Toshiba web page download driver and extract the file zip on a diskette. Yet once, all files must be at the root of the floppy disk not in a folder"

  3 - Connect your Usb floppy drive and insert your Cd of Windows Xp Mce 2005 1 turn on your laptop Hold "F12" and use the arrow keys to select the icon of the CD to boot from the Cd.
  When you get the Message «Press any key to boot from CD...» ", press a button, if you do not press a key, it does not start from CD-ROM, press F6 when prompt to 'press F6 if you need to install a third party Scsi or Raid Driver".
  The Setup program continues until you are asked if you want to "S = specify additional device. Press' and specify the driver Toshiba Raid for Xp. press "enter" to continue with the Installation.
  Do not upgrade your Installation of Xp, start new Windows Installation and Partition on your hard drive, Windows Installation will be ask you to insert Cd 2, and will copy some files and will ask continue you to insert Cd 1 once again, with the installation until Windows finish the installation of the.

  4 - after Windows finishes the Installation insert the Cd drivers and select "Microsoft Updates" from the Drivers Cd click 'Installation' button, click on "Qfe" and ONLY install the following updates (don't let the updates restart your PC until you have finished installing all of the updates)
  A Q896256
  DIFFICULTY 'computers that are running Windows Xp Service Pack 2 and that are equipped with multiple processors that support processor power management features may experience decrease in performance'
  B Q910437
  DIFFICULTY 'High Hit Count Watson Crash in Wu Client '.
  C Q889673
  DIFFICULTY "Hardware (Dep) - computer activated may quit unexpectedly after recovery from sleep mode or hibernation in Windows Xp Service Pack 2"
  D - Q896243 (very Important, this will make SD and MMC cards for work)
  DIFFICULTY "ADD Support high-speed SD card"
  Other updates are not required to install, because you will install it later when you run Microsoft updates website updated Microsoft after finishing to activate your Windows.

  5 - Download and run "Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility' of the Intel Web site
  (Restart your PC after Installation)
  Do not install "Driver Chipset" since the drivers Cd, this is an old Version, try installing the most recent from the link above.

  6 - install the "Display Driver" of the Cd of drivers (no need to reboot).
  Note: To avoid annoying Messages to drivers during Installation to do the following: -.
  Go to control panel, system, Hardware, player signature properties, select "ignore - install the software...". »
  Go to control panel, system, hardware, Windows Update properties, select never 'search Windows Update for drivers'

  7. now you must configure your Internet connection and activate your Windows so that you can run "Windows Updates" from the Microsoft Windows Update Web site
  Your Internet may need one of the following drivers (depending on your Modem)
  A if you your Internet through LAN then install the 'network' of the driver Cd driver.
  B if you your grace wireless Internet then install the wireless network driver "" of the driver Cd.
  C if your Internet via USB then install the driver provided by the manufacturer of your Modem.
  D if your Internet through Dial-Up connection and then install the "audio driver" driver CD, this driver will install the audio driver and activate the Modem device and a Message appeared "find new hardware, peripheral Modem" ignores the Message and restart your PC then install "Modem Driver" of the driver Cd.

  8. now, go to the Windows Update Web Site and install all required updates "try to run Windows updates several times until you install all updates, because initially, Web site will updated Windows Installer 3 files only after this restart, your computer and go to the Windows Update Site again and continue to install updates. ", select the custom updates and install all critical and optional updates to date."

  9 - install "Common Modules" of the driver CD this module is an essential component on Windows XP systems, it is necessary to other original programming TOSHIBA works correctly.

  10 continue to install the other drivers and Utilities CD of drivers, but do not install the drivers following: -.
  Atheros Client Utility "no need".
  Bluetooth Monitor "do not install, install only the"Bluetooth Stack".

  Enjoy your PC powerful Qosmio Toshiba laptop.

  Hi Reaver, thanks for the installation instructions wonderful. I think that you have contributed to many users here.

  Ciao

• I have Windows XP Media Center Edition Version 2002 with Service Pack 3 and I tried to run Media Center but I get an error message with ehshell.exe.

  original title: error with ehshell.exe

  I have Windows XP Media Center Edition Version 2002 with Service Pack 3 and I tried to run Media Center but I get an error message with ehshell.exe. Could you help me?

  This problem exists since the 1st Media Center. SP2 and SP3 had a difficulty, but it is obvious that it doesn't always. The same problem still exists in Vista today with a lot of other carried over from XP. System restore would work, but you do not have any good restore points so reinstall an operating system seems to be your only option.

  You probably don't want to do an OS reinstall you need for Media Center, but since it does not at all, you might want to play then remove the Media Center updates and or SP3 and reinstall them.

• Problem, reinstall the Update Rollup 2 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

  I have problems with MCE 2005.  My hard drive crashed and the technician that restored my repressive said that he could not work in MCE 2005.  It's a shame because he was working before the hard drive crashes.  I work with windows XP.
  When I go to install the internet and begin to test the connection it gives me "Critical error of process - Code 2"
  When I go to the TV configuration, it tells me "Tuner not found".  Even if I know it works because I also Win TV7 in Hauppauge. My TV tuner is HVR-1600.
  With these problems, I thought that the solution might be to reinstall rollup 2 according to the Microsoft.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/910905
  However, when I go to reinstall the Update Rollup 2, it seems to be to establish a restore point and then it stops when it hits hotfix (KB891593).
  I took a copy of the mcelog and have attached a copy of the log below.

  Assistance or management, you can provide me to solve this problem would be highly appreciated.

  At this point, I'm a newbie to this and I don't have a clue as to the cause of my problems and any ideas you may have for me would be much appreciated.

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:32:48
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:32:48
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsMedia10-KB895572 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000000

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1045.

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:33:02
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsXP-KB891593 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000000

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1046.

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:33:02
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package

  Process creation: WindowsXP-KB895961 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000000

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1047.

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:33:02
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsXP-KB899337-v2 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000000

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1043.

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:33:02
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsXP-KB899510 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000000

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1043.

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:33:02
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsXP-KB888795 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000000

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1043.

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:33:02
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsXP-KB902841 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000000

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1043.

  A generic Package: 10/28/10. 21:33:02
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Creation process: KB900325.exe/quiet /norestart
  0x00000bc2 returned by process

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1048.

  "Creative process: c:\0f7019deb34a2ccd3d5c2a4d9e4f3e57\bin\wmfdist95.exe/q: a/r: n /C:"wmsetsdk.exe/WMFDIST/q/r: n /DisallowSystemRestore.
  Process returned 0 x 00000000

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1044.

  A generic Package: 05/12/11. 21:26:14
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package

  A generic Package: 05/12/11. 21:26:53
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsMedia10-KB895572 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000643

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1045.

  A generic Package: 06/03/12. 21:27:50
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package

  A generic Package: 06/03/12. 21:28:23
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsMedia10-KB895572 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000643

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1045.

  A generic Package: 12/02/13. 09:44:39
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package

  A generic Package: 12/02/13. 09:45:16
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsMedia10-KB895572 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000643

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1045.

  A generic Package: 12/02/13. 10:11:58
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package

  A generic Package: 12/02/13. 10:12:30
  Looking for an existing installation of the generic package
  Process creation: WindowsMedia10-KB895572 - x 86 .exe/quiet /norestart
  Process returned 0 x 00000643

  Function (ExecCmdInThread) Message of Post for the Package id: 1045.

  Hi kwanray,

  Welcome to the Microsoft community. According to the description of the problem, you can not reinstall the Update Rollup 2 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005.

  I'll help you with this problem. I suggest you follow the steps in the article.

  Update Rollup 2 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

  Reference: Support for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

  Let us know if you need help with Windows related issues. We will be happy to help you.

• Not able to install Windows XP media center 2005, het a message to install the Update Rollup 2.

  Original title: how to install the Update Rollup 2

  I recently bought a kindle fire hd but when I connect it to my computer with the usb connection, it shows not only a connected device on my computer.amazon tried to install windows xp media center edition 2005 (kb900325) .but it would not install it came a message saying I need to install cumulative update 2 first.î tried, but does not Please help

  Hi James,

  Welcome to Microsoft Community where you can find all the answers related to Windows.

  According to the description, it looks that you are not able to install Windows XP Media Center.

  I have a couple of steps that should help you to solve this problem.

  Follow these 4 steps to install the KB925766 correctly:

  a. if the 886904 update is installed, you must uninstall the 886904 update before you install the Update Rollup 2 for Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. Otherwise, the installation of .NET Framework 1.1 SP1 will fail.

  To determine whether the 886904 update is installed, follow these steps:

  i. click on start, run, type appwiz.cpl, and then click OK.

  II. Click to select the show updates check box.
  III. in the list currently installed programs, locate the following item:

  Fix for Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 (KB886904)

  If you see this option, you must remove the hotfix. To remove the patch, click on the Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 (KB886904) Hotfix and then click on remove. Then, visit the Windows Update Web sit to download and install the Update Rollup 2 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005.

  b. to install this update, you must have Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 and .NET Framework 1.1 SP1 installed. Windows Update detects whether these packages are installed. Windows Update automatically installs these packages for you.

  (i) follow the link below to download the .net framework 1.1 manually:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=262D25E3-F589-4842-8157-034D1E7CF3A3&displaylang=en

  (ii) follow the link below to download the .net framework 1.1 SP1 manually:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=a8f5654f-088e-40b2-bbdb-a83353618b38&displaylang=en

  c. cumulative update 2 for the Windows XP Edition Media Center 2005 (KB900325)
  Follow the link below to download and install the KB900325:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=e5daf37e-E243-4410-BC51-81cf2b56fe6e

  d.October 2006 Update Rollup for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (KB925766)
  Follow the link below to download and install the KB925766:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=8a2e5868-c2b9-4131-b08e-afc7cb0a6576

  Now try to install this update and let us know if it solved the problem.

  For additional help, refer to the article below:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/925766

  I hope this helps. If you have questions more related to Windows, feel free to post here at Microsoft Community.

• Can I install SSD hard drive in the version of Windows XP Media Center 2002.

  Original title: ssd hard drives

  I have a Sony desktop running Windows XP Media Center version 2002. I am thinging about buying an SSD hard drive. I was wondering if it will work

  Hi Mike,

  Thank you for the question to Microsoft Community. I'll give my best to help you.

  From your problem description, I understand you want to find out if the SSD is supported in the version of Windows XP Media Center 2002.

  What is the model number of the computer?

  Windows Media center supports the SSDS. However, when buying, check with the manufacturer if the hard drive is compatible with Windows Media Center operating system in 2002.

• When I reinstalled windows xp media Center 2005, I get a prompt to insert the disc of windows xp professional service pack 2 CD, I don't have it, what should I do then?

  When I reinstalled windows xp media Center 2005, I invited to insert the disc of windows xp professional service pack 2 CD, I'm not available, what do I do next? If I canceled it, I know that windows installed yet to complete the work. But I'll soon get error and windows do not work properly.

  I am frustrated with Microsoft Corp., why didn't they make things easier for users to enjoy. I noticed all the announced sounds so pleasant during installation.  Everything suddenly it asks for windows professional service pack 2 CD.  where I go to get this information from?

  Can someone help me right now, I am desperately wanted to complete this work. I left my computer hang for hours and hours. waiting for windows xp professional CD disk to copy and install.

  Thanks for your response.

  Luke

  See this link from a previous thread for advice and information.

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_xp-windows_install/is-there-a-way-i-can-still-get-SP2-and-SP3-for/9b917f32-4353-4B7E-BC54-348470f7ff31

• Lost folder of the Start Menu Windows XP Media Center shortcuts

  My system crashed a few weeks ago and I had to get it fixed.  I lost most of my programs, but reinstalled.  Yesterday I went to run an application in the menu START and the HANDLE has been note there.  Also my Microsoft Help and Support has disappeared.  Can you tell me how recovery these elements?  I have'nt had a chance.  Thanks Dyan

  Original title: Lost shortcuts folder of the Start Menu on Windows XP Media Center VERSION 2002 SERVICE PACK 3

  Control Panel, taskbar and Start Menu, Start Menu, tab customize, advanced.

  Scroll down and select what you would like to have in the Start Menu.