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Logged as administrator but once the 'dos' windows closes and I check the windows update, there is no Windows XP SP3 listed.
XP is decent enough, i just reinstall it a lot (i mean every few months anyway) and most of the admin tasks i do with ruby and a little C glue code...
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\XPSP3 /v RCPreview /t REG_SZ /d 1c667073-b87f-4f52-a479-98c85711d869
i tried turning that int oa registry key but nothin works, any help?
Rightclick -> save link as, or save target as, on the link he provided, and save it as 'whatever.cmd', then run that.
I have windows xp 64bit, and it might not be supported, or it might use a different key.
I say if you have waited this long for SP3, you can wait a little longer and get the real deal from the source.
error code: 0x8007F0CC
Vista has done nothing but suck as for me and I want to go back to XP!
For those of you who are unfamiliar with RC, it's a Release Candidate, one of several that will be released, so there will be problems with it that still need to be ironed out.
wuauclt.exe /detectnow
So that it immediately looks for the updates after applying the hack.
Another option is to install SP3 in a Virtual Machine to play around with it before committing to your base system.
Markus Diersbock
www.SwingNote.com
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\
then make a new key for XPSP3 then make a new string entry named RCPreview with a value of 1c667073-b87f-4f52-a479-98c85711d869
Thanks
Norco
ran and it worked
opened windows update, (made me run WGA.. ugh)
selected SP3, clicked install......
The Following updates were not installed: SP3
Tried it 3 times and i give up but my question is now that my registry is changed and i didnt install SP3, will it mess w/ anything?
From http://www.winsupersite.com/faq/xp_sp3.asp :
Q: What are these new features I keep hearing about?
A: Windows XP Service Pack 3 will not include any major new features, but it will include four minor new features that improve the system's reliability and security. Contrary to reports, Microsoft has been very up-front about these functional additions for quite some time now.
These new features include:
Network Access Protection compatibility. Announced years ago, this feature allows Windows XP machines to interact with the NAP feature in Windows Server 2008. This functionality is built into the RTM version of Windows Vista as well.
Product Key-less install option. As with Windows Vista, new XP with SP3 installs can proceed without entering a product key during Setup.
Kernel Mode Cryptographics Module. A new kernel module that "encapsulates several different cryptographic algorithms," according to Microsoft.
"Black hole" router detection algorithm. XP gains the ability to ignore network routers that incorrectly drop certain kinds of network packets. This, too, is a feature of Windows Vista.
And that's about it. Nothing dramatic, as promised.
Q: That's it? Is there anything else?
Nothing else new. There are updated applications, which shipped long ago as separate downloads, like Internet Explorer 7 and Windows Media Player 11. And there are even some features that have been removed, like the taskbar-based Address Bar option.
From http://neosmart.net/blog/2007/windows-xp-sp3-be...
* New Windows Product Activation model: no need to enter product key during setup. Thank God for that!
* Network Access Protection modules and policies have been brought to XP after being one of the more-well-received features in Windows Vista. You can read more about NAP here.
* New Microsoft Kernel Mode Cryptographic Module - the Windows XP SP3 kernel now includes an entire module that provides easy access to multiple cryptographic algorithms and is available for use in kernel-mode drivers and services.
* New "Black Hole Router" detection - Windows XP SP3 can detect and protect against rogue routers that are discarding data.
Windows XP SP3 is compatible with all versions of Windows x86, included Embedded, Fundamentals, Start, Professional, Media Center, and Home Editions.
Windows XP SP3 now contains 1,073 patches/hotfixes, not including those in previous service packs. Of the 1,073 included updates, 114 are for security-related issues. The remainder are updates to performance & reliability, bugfixes, improvements to kernel-mode driver modules, and many BSOD fixes.
It's Microsoft's own bugfixes for XP, why not wait until they decide they're ready to release the final version before slapping this or any beta of an update onto your system?!
Anyone else?
-Amit
Some installs of XP are missing .NIS files required to apply service packs. SP3 will fail to install if they are missing (some normal patches fail as well). This is due to previous patches removing them, various language packs installing or removing them, or the version of XP is not EN-AU, EN-UK, EN-US, EN-CA etc for the RC. I've run into this issue on Win2k Pro, XP and Win2k3.
There are other issues as well - if your patch installer and Windows Update Installer logs and cache have been cleared by a cleaning program like CCleaner or similar function removed via nLite or XPLite,
the service pack will fail to install. It point blank will not install until you reinstall Windows and update it. This is caused because those programs delete the local patch catalogs, etc that the service pack installer reads to know what patches you have previously applied, etc.
Then there are the various hang issues and whatnot that plagued SP2 (guess what folks - still here for SP3!).
Another issue - when it comes to the final release, uninstalling the RC1 so you can install the final release will more than likely not be possible unless you created a system image before the installation of the service pack. System Restore doesn't cut the mustard folks.
RC1 is the first step out of Alpha Testing - you really, really don't want to install it unless you are willing to sacrifice your current install of Windows.
As for the person who commented on switching to Vista: I'd rather install WinME. At least that wouldn't be spying on everything I did on my computer and reporting it back to Microsoft and their "approved 3rd party business associates, affiliates and other organizations." Vista does not "rock". It's not the "future". It's a steaming pile of FAILURE.
-_- WTH .....
anyway. Thank you!
i will try again
They said " This program is make up for the weak points in computer"
But, MS made Window Vista.
so, I use W.V
by the way...
Might be that I already have a prerelaese version of sp3 on the machine.
going on to vista after this if it works
I've heard (via slashdot) that users are gaining 10% benchmark gains when running the Office Suite, among other things.
And numerous BSOD fixes sounds awesome to me, I get to deal with bluescreens all day long at work. ;)
Most of those have already been released and you probably already have them installed. What's the point in getting this any earlier? It's a beta. It means it can kill your system dead.
Restart XP, log in as an Admin. Run the updater, choose custom, you'll probably see the validation tool as your only available download. Download the tool and let it install successfully then shut down the browser. (Possibly restart XP, don't remember this exact step) Run the updater and you should then see more options on the left. Choose "select by product", "Windows XP" and voilla, there it is. That's pretty much what I can recall on how I did it and currently installing the 75MB patch on my legit XP SP2 Home lapbox.
Hope that helps someone...
-Flow
I highly doubt its significantly faster, I'm only interested in seeing what backdoor DRM crap they try to sneak in...
Anyone with WMP11, try playing a movie and taking a print screen, tell me what you see = P
http://computersight.com/operating-systems/how-...
and then download sp3: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx...
Kidding.
Seriously now, is saying "preparing for download" for about 10 minutes already....
zzzzz....
so, i guess make sure you are already patched up to date, and it should work.
and, i would agree with the random .cmd running... i would change this to a howto, and just have people copy and past the commands into their cmd prompt.. you will end up having all these horrible cmd scripts flying around with people thinking they are sp3 hacks or something.
thanks!
can't find SP3 on win update
no update
The software patch doesn't have the actual download but, it does have information about the download. The patch itself doesn't contain anything significant and will not change XP too much. Also it's only a Beta release.
Read a post on Neowin which states this:
On top of these new features, XP SP3 Beta Build 3205 also comes with an overhauled product activation process. Essentially, XP SP3 will no longer require users to introduce a product key during the setup process of the operating system. Instead the installation experience will be similar to what Windows Vista has to offer, permitting users to deploy the operating system and test-drive the product throughout the Initial Grace period. In addition, XP SP3 will also feature a redesigned Security Options control panel, with extra information associated with the settings offered to users. The final service pack for XP, currently planned by mid 2008, after the release of Windows Vista SP1, will also deliver enhanced security for Administrator and Service policy entries.
Will it deliver the same kind of problems that Vista has? And no mention of DRM!
Chad - www.talkjesus.com
@echo off
reg delete HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\XPSP3 /f 2> NUL
reg add HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\XPSP3 /v RCPreview /t REG_SZ /d 1c667073-b87f-4f52-a479-98c85711d869 /f
echo XPSP3 registry key has been set. Please check for updates in Windows Update - Kudos to dailyapps.net
pause
I'll pass though... no need for SP3
love u for this...
Nifty.
But the Crack don`t work.
Windows Update found the SP3, but the download break up at ~48% with an Error.
I make the Update 3times, but all 3times the Update is break up :(
I think:
1) i am to stupid for this Crack *lol*
or
2) the Crack don`t work because my XP is a German Version?
I think, better I waiting for the official Release of the SP3...this few months ^^
I delete the Registry Hacks from the *.cmd-file, because my Windows Update at this time don`t found any other Updates Ô.o
PS.: Sorry for my bad englisch...i am only speak German ^^''''
the patch worked perfectly but after the download during installation when it verified the windows product key error appeared and installation canceled automatically
my window is genuine and passed through the validation but y does the error appeared?
any suggestions?
the patch worked perfectly but after the download during installation when it verified the windows product key error appeared and installation canceled automatically
my window is genuine and passed through the validation but y does the error appeared?
any suggestions?
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx...
can sum1 help me out here?
Maybe because my xp is not genuine or sumin
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx...
text between "- - -" into a .reg-file and double-click on the file to enter the info into the registry.
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Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\XPSP3]
"RCPreview"="1c667073-b87f-4f52-a479-98c85711d869"
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Last week I downloaded XP SP3 from Microsoft's site and installed it.
When I rebooted my computer it kept recycling from the boot up screen(info about drives,shadowed RAM etc), then the XP boot up screen andfinally back to the boot up info screen( over and over)
I was able to get into the safe mode and try to recover from a restore
point, but it was not able to restore the computer to a the Pre SP3
install.
I used ADD/REMOVE program and uninstalled SP3, but the problem still existed. Not able to get Windows to boot normally
The only way was able to get things back to normal was to reinstall
the OS from my recovery partition.
I tried to install SP 3 again with a fresh install of the OS and the
same thing happened.
Any ideas as to what might be going on? I did not have this problem
when I re- installed SP2 this AM from another fresh install of the
OS.
sp2 already installed on this laptop..ps the win 2003 it a non genuine version...
Cool release cheers dude
BUT wht is th difrens between SP2 nd SP3
Since installing this service pack, my machine has speeded up. I was a bit worried about the install, because it took 9 hours to install and a couple of errors came up concerning Run.dll. It also had trouble closeing a couple of processes when it was time to reboot.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx...
Also Suck My Dick ..
KOSOVO IS SERBIA
for me only M$ will know.
Have to point out launching a .cmd string is risky business that's why
we need SP3 in the first place. Can anyone say " L-I-N-U-X " - always
cloak yourself in protection. Be safe Stay safe.
this help?
btv. it works flawlessly ... thanx
techguru ( a t ) gmail ( . c o m )
Anyway, I feel really sorry for a lot of the people who have posted here. Why were you so eager to install a release candidate of the service pack on your machines. If there are changes to the public release of SP3 (most likely), you probably won't be able to install them. I wouldn't be surprised if your xp installation stops updating automatically in the future. Congratulations, you are now running a non-finished version of the operating system and you will probably need to re-install windows.
RC and beta releases are meant for beta testers and system designers, who need to test the compatibility of their company's applications. These releases are not meant for everyone. When the release is ready for the public, Microsoft will release it to the public.
... You poor souls.
too bad :D
Who thinks Microsoft is introducing out of the kindness of their good hearts, a new feature which I'm sure everyone wanted in XP SP3? It's called "Network Access Protection". Which Microsoft claims it basically enforces compliance with system health requirements.
What that means is in that NAP can deny network access, until you install Microsoft's own proprietary draconian stipulations source code which the public isn't allowed to review. Who wants Windows to tell Microsoft what networks your trying to gain access, unless for national security interests by the NSA, CIA or FBI? As if already having all communications spied upon, wasn't enough?
This is just another attempt of Microsoft's strategy to extend, embrace, and then extinguish all other competition. All Microsoft needs is just some excuse to show how their networks are better protected using NAP than those who don't use NAP. Then, everyone ends up installing their dependent monthly security patches. Haven't you noticed that it's become easy for Microsoft like others to run hash checksum values of your files and then take appropriate action, to report back or by claiming the file was a threat. Anyone finding the so called glitch would just hear, that the software which had accidentally corrupted your data/files or had accidentally deleted the offending data/files, was indeed just a bug. Denial from Microsoft will be the first response here, etc...
The point I'm trying to make known, is to remind everyone NOT to become dependent upon Microsoft. Especially, when Microsoft has been convicted, with it's long history of antitrust violations, for monopolistic business practices. Microsoft has frequently sought to establish proprietary monopolies--and then leverage its dominance into new, adjacent markets. There is no win-win situation here other than for Microsoft's own short sighted economic benefits.
Let me remind everyone, Microsoft’s strategy has been focused upon entering product categories involving widely used standards, extending those standards with proprietary capabilities, and then using those differences to disadvantage its competitors.
Another marketing strategy of Microsoft is a sale of Fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) tactic! In addition, Microsoft creates the environment in which networks of social fanboyism employees and followers utterly devoted with obsessions work actively behind the scenes to orchestrate "independent" praises of their technology. While at the same time are bashing any perceived threats, competition or anything that prevents their dominance. If all the above doesn't work, Microsoft has a habit of killing off competitors by either buying them or their technologies.
And let's NOT forget how Bill Gates obtained a cloned design of Gary Kildall's CP/M, QDOS, from Tim Paterson of Seattle Computer products and MSDOS/IBMDOS was born.
Did you realize 486's are still usable machines if you're running something other than Microsoft's latest software?
And who wants their XP operating system to be turned into Vista DRMed machine by installing Vista like code which could lead to your computer being disabled?
What are the benefits of applying XP SP3? No real new features, only a whole lot of patches... Is this anything to get excited about?
I googled "xp sp3" and the first link was to a Microsoft site that explains the contents of the SP.
It applies mainly to Network Administrators who have to deal with Vista on the same network as XP.
I'd forget about it, even after it becomes public
Thank You
can anyone help!!!!
I am using windows XP Professional with SP3. I am facing a problem from last few days; my system date is automatically changed to 2002. Can anyone please help me to solve this problem?
Regards,
Imtiaz Latif
Microsoft posting it on their website. The author did some justice
by making it available for us peeons and stitching up our OS
vulnerabilities early. It worked well for me and I appreciate the effort and concern. In many cases I support monetarily these
efforts. But I am a happier camper now that I have decided to migrate to various flavours of LINUX.
check your motherboard's battery, it should help.