i fail to update my pc from SP1 to SP2, help please!

Due to error done to my PC( hp pavillon, a608,uk), some files were corrupt,
so I had to do a destructive scan using recovery system discs. Windows got
back to its original state when i bought the machine (2005). I'm trying to
update windons SP1 to SP2 using the microsoft upadate website, but the
process fails everytime.
I am really confused as many of my softwares can't work with SP1. Could
someone assist me please, thanks!

1. Run a thorough check for hijackware, including posting your HijackThis
log to an appropriate forum.

Check for Hijackware
http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm
http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.htm
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/Darnit.htm
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Malware_Defence.htm
http://defendingyourmachine.blogspot.com/

When all else fails, HijackThis (http://aumha.net/downloads/hijackthis.zip)
is the preferred tool to use. It will help you to both identify and remove
any hijackware/spyware.

**Post your HijackThis log to http://forums.spywareinfo.com/,
http://castlecops.com/forum67.html, http://aumha.net/viewforum.php?f=30 or
other appropriate forum for expert analysis, not here.**

2. Do not install SP2 until an expert gives your HijackThis log a clean bill
of health.

Also see:

What to Know Before Downloading/Installing SP2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/s...hattoknow.mspx

Installing SP2 Step-by-Step
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh;[ln];xpsp2insthowto

Troubleshooting Your Installation
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh;[ln];xpsp2insttshoot

WinXP SP2 FAQ: What to do after installing SP2
http://support.microsoft.com/default...xpsp2installed

Service Pack (any) Installation Checklist (MVP Jupiter Jones)
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/spackins.htm

WinXP SP2-specific Page (MVP Jupiter Jones)
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/xpsp2.htm

The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=837783
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-Windows (IE, OE, Security, Shell/User)


Fidele wrote:
> Due to error done to my PC( hp pavillon, a608,uk), some files were
> corrupt,
> so I had to do a destructive scan using recovery system discs. Windows got
> back to its original state when i bought the machine (2005). I'm trying to
> update windons SP1 to SP2 using the microsoft upadate website, but the
> process fails everytime.
> I am really confused as many of my softwares can't work with SP1. Could
> someone assist me please, thanks!