Jim,

I downloaded the stand alone SP2 upgrade after wading through a reload of XP
just to get my system working again. For awhile there even my keyboard
stopped working! I also followed the suggestions in the link you provided as
well as the suggestions from several other links.

Anyway, during my next upgrade try the system hung again and displayed the
same error message about MSDART.DLL. I ended up walking away for about an
hour and much to my amazement the install recovered and successfully
completed.

Thanks for your time and your suggestions.

"Jim Byrd" wrote:

Hi Rich - As was recommended to you, try doing the install using the 'stand
alone' version. I strongly suggest that you take a look he
http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php...5636d83 36717
before you install for some helpful tips.

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"Rich" wrote in message

If I understand the question correctly, I believe the answer is no.
The download is coming from Windows Update.

"Shenan Stanley" wrote:

Rich wrote:
During the installation of SP2 the install stops before it is
finished. The dialog box "Windows XP Service Pack 2 Setup Wizard"
is open. The text "Finishing installation" is visible, the task bar
indicates the install is about 50% complete, and in the Details box
it says "Running processes after install."

Task manager shows the install Wizard has a "Running" status. The
system appears to be responsive. For example, the Start button
still works.

Any suggestions or comments are appreciated.

Is this the stand-alone version of the SP2 install?

Direct Download of Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Windows XP
http://snipurl.com/8bqy

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