Computer Hope
Microsoft => Microsoft Windows => Windows XP => Topic started by: ComputerTired on June 02, 2008, 08:22:08 PM
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for about 3 going on 4 hours?
I'm updating my Windows XP computer, and the Windows XP Service Pack 2 Setup Wizard is going on for many hours.
Is that okay?
It seems to be stuck on performing cleanup, but it seems as if this performing cleanup is the LAST step because it says finishing installation.
I might just let it run through the night if I have to. Just wondering is this okay/normal for it to go this long.
Also, if I have to cancel the update, is it possible that it would affect my computer in a horrible way? Meaning, would my computer still be able to start up?
I created a system restore point just in case the update doesn't work out in my favor [ :P ] and I also saw that a checkpoint of the update said creating a restore point so I have two now.
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I'd leave it alone overnight.
It doesn't sound normal, but at this point, IMHO, the best option is to wait.
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Alright, so I let the scan run, and in the end, it said that the update has encountered a problem. I ran an error report and tried to see if they had a way to fix the problem, but unfortunately they did not.
I'm unsure if this incomplete scan has damaged my computer. There isn't any obvious, above the surface signs, but is there a way that I can check further in my computer to make sure it isn't damaged?
Also, I took screen shots just incase you need them showing that the update could not be installed.
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If it didn't install, it reversed all changes, so no harm done.
As to for why?
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