Why can't I install XP Service Pack 2 successfully?

[MJLB]

I am notified of the available update. When I attempt to install it installs
about halfway, then says access denied, resets, and then tells me the system
may not work properly anymore. No further explanation. What gives?

 

[TaurArian [MS-MVP]]

Are you referring to WinXP SP2?

Cannot install Service Pack 2
http://www.michna.com/kb/WxSP2.htm#Cannot_install_Service_Pack_2

You receive an "Access is denied" error message when you try to install Windows
XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=873148

"Access Denied" error when trying to install SP2
http://forum.aumha.org/viewtopic.php?t=8125


http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=875350
How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 2 from your computer

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=875355&product=windowsxpsp2
How to use the Automatic Recovery feature to recover your computer if the
Windows XP Service Pack 2 Setup program is not completed successfully

How to help protect your computer if you decide to remove Windows XP Service
Pack 2 from your Windows XP-based computer or from your Windows XP Tablet PC
2005-based Tablet PC
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/878454/en-us

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