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the file c:\windows\system32\drivers\atapi.sys is open or in use ?

 
 
macca
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      09-19-2004
i get this message (subject above) when i try to install service pack 1 does
anyone know why or how to solve this please ???
 
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Torgeir Bakken \(MVP\)
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      09-19-2004
macca wrote:

> i get this message (subject above) when i try to install service pack 1 does
> anyone know why or how to solve this please ???

Hi

This error message can be caused by virtual drives software.

If you are using any virtual drives, for example Daemon Tools or
Alcohol's virtual drive, then you must disable them, and in the case
of Daemon Tools uninstall the program.

Alternatively, try to rename the file before (or while) you
install the service pack:

When the installation complains about Atapi.sys and asks you to
"Retry" or "Cancel", simply go to Windows/System32/Drivers and
rename Atapi.sys to whatever. Then go back to the installation
and select "Retry" - the installation should then complete.


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