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- Service Pack 2 and Service Pack 3 are available from Microsoft here: http://catalog.update.microsoft.com/v7/ You must use Internet Explorer 6 or later. Search for "XP Service Pack" (without quotes)
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Mar 26, 2016 · As I said, you can still download Service Pack 3 for Windows XP from the Microsoft Update Catalog. You must use Internet Explorer rather than another browser. Go here --> http://catalog.update.microsoft.com/v7/site/Search.aspx?q=xp%20service%20pack
Jul 22, 2014 · Answer. A. User. Replied on July 24, 2014. In reply to JailBreakMKTP's post on July 24, 2014. Another download link but it's not an .iso. http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=24. Open Microsoft Update Catalog > Type SP3 XP.
I do not find windows xp service pack 3 download link on the microsoft website. I have service pack 2 and would like to update it to service pack 3. Can anyone help me with how to get it done.
Jun 18, 2010 · As an alternative to using Windows Update, you can get a free Windows XP SP3 download or you can ask for it on CD: Windows XP Service Pack 3 Network Installation Package for IT Professionals and Developers – this is a single downloadable executable that when run installs SP3.
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To make sure that you have a good experience when you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3), it is always good to check whether your computer is ready for Windows XP SP3. This article gives you the prerequisites to install Windows XP SP3. Other than these prerequisites, this article also provides some suggestions to improve your experience.
In addition, this article can help you troubleshoot some common error messages that you may receive when you install Windows XP SP3.
Prerequisites to install Windows XP SP3
Before you start to install Windows XP SP3, make sure that your computer meets the following prerequisites: 1.Before you download or install Windows XP SP3, first check hard-disk space Depending on where you obtain Windows XP SP3, you will have to have a minimum amount of space free on the system disk. •To install Windows XP SP3 from the Microsoft Download Center, we recommend that you have a minimum of 1,500 megabytes (MB) of free space on the system disk. •To install Windows XP SP3 from a shared network folder, we recommend that you have about 1,100 MB of free space. •To install Windows XP SP3 from a CD, we recommend that you have about 1,765 MB of free space. 2.If you have the following updates on your computer, remove them Windows XP SP3 cannot be installed if you have the following updates installed on your computer: •Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit •Remote Desktop Connection (RDP) 6.0 MUI pack (Update 925877 for Windows XP) If one or both updates are installed on your computer, remove these updates before you install Windows XP SP3. To uninstall these updates, follow these steps: 3.Click Start, and then click Run. 4.In the Open box, type appwiz.cpl. 5.Click Microsoft Shared Computer Toolkit or Remote Desktop Connection. 6.Click Remove. 1.If you have a third-party wireless network adapter, make sure that it is supported If you have a third-party wireless network adapter, make sure that the device is supported by Windows XP SP3, or make sure that the manufacturer of your wireless network adapter has new drivers available that support Windows XP SP3 before you perform the installation. If you are not sure, contact the manufacturer of your wireless network adapter. 2.If you are running antivirus software, disable it Warning This workaround may make a computer or a network more vulnerable to attack by malicious users or by malicious software such as viruses. We do not recommend this workaround but are providing this information so that you can implement this workaround at your own discretion. Use this workaround at your own risk. Although disabling your antivirus software is not usually recommended, some antivirus software prevents certain system files from being changed. This may cause the Windows XP SP3 installation to fail. To make sure that you can successfully install Windows XP SP3, temporarily disable your antivirus software including any antispyware and third-party firewall programs. To do this, right-click your antivirus program icon, and then click Disable. The antivirus program icon typically appears in the lower-right corner of the computer screen. Important Make sure that you enable the antivirus software after Windows XP SP3 is installed. Note An antivirus program is designed to help protect your computer from viruses. You must not download or open files from sources that you do not trust, visit Web sites that you do not trust, or open e-mail attachments when your antivirus program is disabled. For more information about computer viruses, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base: 129972 Computer viruses: description, prevention, and recovery
Recommended steps before you install Windows XP SP3
Before you start to install Windows XP SP3, we recommend that you also take the following steps: 1.Perform a full backup of the files that you have on your computer to an external location We recommend that you perform a full backup of the files that you have on your computer to an external location, such as an external hard disk, DVD, CD, USB flash drive, or network folder. You can use the Backup and Restore Wizard to back up documents, pictures, and other files. For more information, visit the Microsoft Help and Support Center Web site, and see the "Backing up files and folders" section or view the following knowledge base article: 308422 How to use the Backup utility to back up files and folders in Windows XP Home Edition 2.If you are running Windows XP Professional, create an Automated System Recovery (ASR) set Note If your computer is running Windows XP Home Edition, ignore this step. ASR is not available for Windows XP Home Edition. If your computer is running Windows XP Professional, we recommend that you create an Automated System Recovery (ASR) set before you start the installation. This helps you repair your setup if the installation fails. To create an Automated System Recovery set by using Backup, follow these steps: 3.Open Backup. By default, the Backup or Restore Wizard starts, unless it is disabled. You can use the Backup or Restore Wizard to create an Automated System Recovery (ASR) set. 4.Click the Advanced Mode link on the Backup or Restore Wizard. 5.On the Tools menu, click ASR Wizard. 6.Follow the instructions that appear on your screen. Important You will need a blank 1.44 MB floppy disk to save the system settings and media to contain the backup files. 1.Review your version of Internet Explorer. To determine your browser version, click About Internet Explorer on the Help menu. If you are running Internet Explorer 7 or Internet Explorer 8, be aware that you cannot revert to Internet Explorer 6 after the upgrade to Windows XP SP3. If you feel you want to use Internet Explorer 6, uninstall Internet Explorer 7 or Internet Explorer 8 before you upgrade to Windows XP SP3. For more information, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base: 927177 How to uninstall Internet Explorer 7 To install Internet Explorer 8, visit the following Microsoft Web site: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/internet-explorer/default.aspx
Steps that are required before you install Windows XP SP3
Before you install Windows XP SP3, make sure that you follow these steps: 1.Start your computer, and then log on as an administrator. Note Administrators have complete and unrestricted access to the operating system and to its settings. You can use the Administrator user name to log on, or you can use another account that is a member of the Administrators group. To determine the groups to which you belong, click Start, click Control Panel, and then click User Accounts. If you need help to verify that you are an administrator on the computer, click the following link to verify your operating environment: http://support.microsoft.com/gp/admin 2.If your computer is running on battery power, plug it in so that your computer does not lose power during the installation. 3.If your computer has multiple user accounts that can log on to your computer at the same time and you use Fast User Switching, make sure that all other users are logged off before you install Windows XP SP3. For more information, visit the Windows XP Help and Support Center Web site and see "Fast User Switching." 4.Exit all open programs.
This section lists some most common error messages that you may receive when you install Windows XP SP3. Refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base article that is associated with each error message for possible workarounds or resolutions. If you receive an installation error message that is not contained in this article, try the steps that are listed in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base article:
950718 How to troubleshoot errors that cause an unsuccessful installation of Windows XP Service Pack 3
For more information, click the following article numbers to view the articles in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
936929 Release notes for the Windows XP Service Pack 3 Release Candidate
If you cannot install Windows XP SP3 after you follow the prerequisites and recommended steps in this article, and the Troubleshooting steps did not help, you might want to ask someone you know for help. You can also use the Microsoft Customer Support Services Web site to find other solutions. Some services that the Microsoft Customer Support Services Web site provides include the following:
•Searchable Knowledge Base: Search technical support information and self-help tools for Microsoft products.
•Solution Centers: View product-specific frequently asked questions and support highlights.
•Other Support Options: Use the Web to ask a question, contact Microsoft Customer Support Services, or provide feedback.
If you continue to have questions after you use these Microsoft Web sites or if you cannot find a solution on the Microsoft Support Services Web site, click the following link to contact Support:
http://support.microsoft.com/contactus
Step 1 - Download and install SP3: Take a look at the Service Pack Center to find the download link for the latest Service pack. From everything I've read, Service Pack 3 will be the last service pack to be released for XP. Step 2 - Fetch the latest security updates (released after SP3)
Sep 21, 2016 · Service Pack 2 and Service Pack 3 are available from Microsoft here: http://catalog.update.microsoft.com/v7/ You must use Internet Explorer 6 or later. Search for "XP Service Pack" (without quotes)
