Installing SP1 / SP2

My question is right at the end.


"PA Bear [MS MVP]" <> wrote in message
news:...
> [Crossposted to Vista General]
>
> Please read all three (3) sections of this reply.
>
> SECTION #1
>
> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
> Windows Vista, but only for Service Pack 2 (SP2). This support for Windows
> Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) is valid until November 26, 2009. Availability
> of
> chat or e-mail support differs depending on your geographic location. Go
> to
> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...4&gprid=582034 &
> select appropriate category (e.g., Installation).
>
> ================================================== ==========
>
> SECTION #2
>
> C01A001D = STATUS_LOG_FULL
> Log space is exhausted.
>
> <QP>
> Generally, these errors can occur if the system files are corrupted.
>
> To make clear the current situation, I recommend downloading Windows Vista
> Service Pack 2] in Normal Mode and installing it in Clean Boot Mode.
> Please
> follow the steps below.
>
> Note: This SP2 installation can be affected by certain third party
> programs
> running in the background. If you are running any third party applications
> such as Spyblocker, Internet or web accelerators (programs designed to
> boost
> the speed of the Internet connection), security or anti-virus programs
> (McAfee, Norton, etc.), I recommend we temporarily disable or shut them
> down
> during our troubleshooting process. Please be sure to enable them again
> when
> the update process has been completed.
>
> Step 1: Download Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone Installer
> ================================================== =
> 1. Download Windows Vista SP2 from the link below according to your System
> Type:
>
> ...Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone for x32-based
> systems (Size: 348.3 MB)
> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...2-a5c3199ea2b3
>
> ...Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone for x64-based
> systems (Size: 577.4MB)
> http://download.microsoft.com/downlo...-X64-wave0.exe
>
> 2. Save the download to your desktop, do not Run it!
>
> Step 2: Install Windows Vista SP2 in Clean Boot mode
> ========================================
> Please disable all startup items and third party services when booting to
> avoid conflict when installing Vista SP1:
>
> 1. Click "Start", type: MSCONFIG in the search box and press Enter.
>
> Note: Please click "Continue" if the "User Account Control" window pops
> up.
>
> 2. Click "Services", check the "Hide All Microsoft Services" box and click
> "Disable All" (if it is not gray).
> 3. Click "Startup", click "Disable All" and click "OK".
>
> Note: Temporarily disabling the Startup Group only prevents the startup
> programs from loading at startup. This shouldn't affect the system or
> other
> programs. We can manually run these programs later. Go ahead and reboot
> your
> system when prompted as you are exiting MsConfig.
>
> 4. After rebooting, right-click on the downloaded Windows Vista Service
> Pack
> 2 Standalone Installer, select "Run as Administrator" (if necessary) and
> follow the instructions to install Windows Vista SP2.
>
> To restore the computer to use a Normal Startup, repeat step 1 above. Then
> click "Normal Startup" on the General tab, click "OK", and then restart
> the
> computer.
> </QP>
> Modified from original MS Support source as quoted in
> http://social.technet.microsoft.com/...-fb58c5da5ad0/
>
>


Running Vista Ultimate and have new updates to install SP1 here. I already
d/loaded SP1 / SP 2 manually so am asking this; which is better to do; let
the update automatically install or do it like above?
Don't want to mess anything up with the installation of SP1 / SP2.

Thanks for your help

God Bless... :-)

Like you. I always download SPs to my Desktop and install from there handing
your pc over entirely to the installation.

You must shut down all activity, including and especially firewall and virus
scanner - even if this means temporarily uninstalling them - and even
screensaver and power management options. Run any reliable registry cleaner
(I use Registry Mechanic) so you're up to date in that area, and I suggest,
but it's probably not really needed, run defrag.

When all is ready, install SP1 first. This is vital as SP2 will not install
without it. This can take between 20 minutes and 60 minutes, depending on
your pc's spec.

When it's done check all is okay with your favourite programmes and you are
happy. (Leaving things for a day or two might be a good idea but a lot more
work). Then, as with SP1, having made absolutely certain all unessential
startup programmes have been closed, proceed to install SP2. This is a
monster update of nearly 400Mb for 32 bit and nearly 600Mb for 64 bit. This
took me 50 minutes (32 bit) including the prep work, but it could take as
long as two hours.

All in all, the most important element is preperation. The slightest
intrusion while installing either SP can cause mayhem later.

You can uninstall SP2 if it does go belly-up but in my experience, once
uninstalled, it will not go back any better so getting it right first time
is pretty well vital.

Good luck.

Ed

"Parrott" <> wrote in message
news:OvgfMjT%...
> My question is right at the end.
>
>
> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" <> wrote in message
> news:...
>> [Crossposted to Vista General]
>>
>> Please read all three (3) sections of this reply.
>>
>> SECTION #1
>>
>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
>> Windows Vista, but only for Service Pack 2 (SP2). This support for
>> Windows
>> Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) is valid until November 26, 2009. Availability
>> of
>> chat or e-mail support differs depending on your geographic location. Go
>> to
>> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...4&gprid=582034 &
>> select appropriate category (e.g., Installation).
>>
>> ================================================== ==========
>>
>> SECTION #2
>>
>> C01A001D = STATUS_LOG_FULL
>> Log space is exhausted.
>>
>> <QP>
>> Generally, these errors can occur if the system files are corrupted.
>>
>> To make clear the current situation, I recommend downloading Windows
>> Vista
>> Service Pack 2] in Normal Mode and installing it in Clean Boot Mode.
>> Please
>> follow the steps below.
>>
>> Note: This SP2 installation can be affected by certain third party
>> programs
>> running in the background. If you are running any third party
>> applications
>> such as Spyblocker, Internet or web accelerators (programs designed to
>> boost
>> the speed of the Internet connection), security or anti-virus programs
>> (McAfee, Norton, etc.), I recommend we temporarily disable or shut them
>> down
>> during our troubleshooting process. Please be sure to enable them again
>> when
>> the update process has been completed.
>>
>> Step 1: Download Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone Installer
>> ================================================== =
>> 1. Download Windows Vista SP2 from the link below according to your
>> System
>> Type:
>>
>> ...Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone for x32-based
>> systems (Size: 348.3 MB)
>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...2-a5c3199ea2b3
>>
>> ...Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone for x64-based
>> systems (Size: 577.4MB)
>> http://download.microsoft.com/downlo...-X64-wave0.exe
>>
>> 2. Save the download to your desktop, do not Run it!
>>
>> Step 2: Install Windows Vista SP2 in Clean Boot mode
>> ========================================
>> Please disable all startup items and third party services when booting to
>> avoid conflict when installing Vista SP1:
>>
>> 1. Click "Start", type: MSCONFIG in the search box and press Enter.
>>
>> Note: Please click "Continue" if the "User Account Control" window pops
>> up.
>>
>> 2. Click "Services", check the "Hide All Microsoft Services" box and
>> click
>> "Disable All" (if it is not gray).
>> 3. Click "Startup", click "Disable All" and click "OK".
>>
>> Note: Temporarily disabling the Startup Group only prevents the startup
>> programs from loading at startup. This shouldn't affect the system or
>> other
>> programs. We can manually run these programs later. Go ahead and reboot
>> your
>> system when prompted as you are exiting MsConfig.
>>
>> 4. After rebooting, right-click on the downloaded Windows Vista Service
>> Pack
>> 2 Standalone Installer, select "Run as Administrator" (if necessary) and
>> follow the instructions to install Windows Vista SP2.
>>
>> To restore the computer to use a Normal Startup, repeat step 1 above.
>> Then
>> click "Normal Startup" on the General tab, click "OK", and then restart
>> the
>> computer.
>> </QP>
>> Modified from original MS Support source as quoted in
>> http://social.technet.microsoft.com/...-fb58c5da5ad0/
>>
>>
>
>
> Running Vista Ultimate and have new updates to install SP1 here. I already
> d/loaded SP1 / SP 2 manually so am asking this; which is better to do; let
> the update automatically install or do it like above?
> Don't want to mess anything up with the installation of SP1 / SP2.
>
> Thanks for your help
>
> God Bless... :-)
>

"Ed O'Brien" <> wrote in message
news:ujdWKCX%...
> Like you. I always download SPs to my Desktop and install from there
> handing your pc over entirely to the installation.
>
> You must shut down all activity, including and especially firewall and
> virus scanner - even if this means temporarily uninstalling them - and
> even screensaver and power management options. Run any reliable registry
> cleaner (I use Registry Mechanic) so you're up to date in that area, and I
> suggest, but it's probably not really needed, run defrag.
>
> When all is ready, install SP1 first. This is vital as SP2 will not
> install without it. This can take between 20 minutes and 60 minutes,
> depending on your pc's spec.
>
> When it's done check all is okay with your favourite programmes and you
> are happy. (Leaving things for a day or two might be a good idea but a lot
> more work). Then, as with SP1, having made absolutely certain all
> unessential startup programmes have been closed, proceed to install SP2.
> This is a monster update of nearly 400Mb for 32 bit and nearly 600Mb for
> 64 bit. This took me 50 minutes (32 bit) including the prep work, but it
> could take as long as two hours.
>
> All in all, the most important element is preperation. The slightest
> intrusion while installing either SP can cause mayhem later.
>
> You can uninstall SP2 if it does go belly-up but in my experience, once
> uninstalled, it will not go back any better so getting it right first time
> is pretty well vital.
>
> Good luck.
>
> Ed
>


Thanks Ed, much appreciated.

God Bless... :-)

Hope it helps.

Best wishes,

Ed


"Parrott" <> wrote in message
news:O0atnSZ%...
>
> "Ed O'Brien" <> wrote in message
> news:ujdWKCX%...
>> Like you. I always download SPs to my Desktop and install from there
>> handing your pc over entirely to the installation.
>>
>> You must shut down all activity, including and especially firewall and
>> virus scanner - even if this means temporarily uninstalling them - and
>> even screensaver and power management options. Run any reliable registry
>> cleaner (I use Registry Mechanic) so you're up to date in that area, and
>> I suggest, but it's probably not really needed, run defrag.
>>
>> When all is ready, install SP1 first. This is vital as SP2 will not
>> install without it. This can take between 20 minutes and 60 minutes,
>> depending on your pc's spec.
>>
>> When it's done check all is okay with your favourite programmes and you
>> are happy. (Leaving things for a day or two might be a good idea but a
>> lot more work). Then, as with SP1, having made absolutely certain all
>> unessential startup programmes have been closed, proceed to install SP2.
>> This is a monster update of nearly 400Mb for 32 bit and nearly 600Mb for
>> 64 bit. This took me 50 minutes (32 bit) including the prep work, but it
>> could take as long as two hours.
>>
>> All in all, the most important element is preperation. The slightest
>> intrusion while installing either SP can cause mayhem later.
>>
>> You can uninstall SP2 if it does go belly-up but in my experience, once
>> uninstalled, it will not go back any better so getting it right first
>> time is pretty well vital.
>>
>> Good luck.
>>
>> Ed
>>
>
>
> Thanks Ed, much appreciated.
>
> God Bless... :-)

"Parrott" wrote:

>
> "Ed O'Brien" <> wrote in message
> news:ujdWKCX%...
> > Like you. I always download SPs to my Desktop and install from there
> > handing your pc over entirely to the installation.
> >
> > You must shut down all activity, including and especially firewall and
> > virus scanner - even if this means temporarily uninstalling them - and
> > even screensaver and power management options. Run any reliable registry
> > cleaner (I use Registry Mechanic) so you're up to date in that area, and I
> > suggest, but it's probably not really needed, run defrag.
> >
> > When all is ready, install SP1 first. This is vital as SP2 will not
> > install without it. This can take between 20 minutes and 60 minutes,
> > depending on your pc's spec.
> >
> > When it's done check all is okay with your favourite programmes and you
> > are happy. (Leaving things for a day or two might be a good idea but a lot
> > more work). Then, as with SP1, having made absolutely certain all
> > unessential startup programmes have been closed, proceed to install SP2.
> > This is a monster update of nearly 400Mb for 32 bit and nearly 600Mb for
> > 64 bit. This took me 50 minutes (32 bit) including the prep work, but it
> > could take as long as two hours.
> >
> > All in all, the most important element is preperation. The slightest
> > intrusion while installing either SP can cause mayhem later.
> >
> > You can uninstall SP2 if it does go belly-up but in my experience, once
> > uninstalled, it will not go back any better so getting it right first time
> > is pretty well vital.
> >
> > Good luck.
> >
> > Ed
> >
>
>
> Thanks Ed, much appreciated.
>
> God Bless... :-)
>
>

I would download the ISO images and burn them to disk. That way you'll
always have an install disk and not have to download again if Windows goes
south for any reason. I did this for SP2 and it installed just fine from the
disk.

"Mark Adams" <> wrote in message
news:15D5B245-7BF4-42D2-BB7B-...
>
>
> I would download the ISO images and burn them to disk. That way you'll
> always have an install disk and not have to download again if Windows goes
> south for any reason. I did this for SP2 and it installed just fine from
> the
> disk.

I found the SP2 ISO but is there an ISO for SP1 or is it just the .exe
download?


God Bless... :-)

"Parrott" <> wrote in message
news:OvgfMjT#...
> My question is right at the end.
>
>
> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" <> wrote in message
> news:...
>> [Crossposted to Vista General]
>>
>> Please read all three (3) sections of this reply.
>>
>> SECTION #1
>>
>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
>> Windows Vista, but only for Service Pack 2 (SP2). This support for
>> Windows
>> Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) is valid until November 26, 2009. Availability
>> of
>> chat or e-mail support differs depending on your geographic location. Go
>> to
>> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...4&gprid=582034 &
>> select appropriate category (e.g., Installation).
>>
>> ================================================== ==========
>>
>> SECTION #2
>>
>> C01A001D = STATUS_LOG_FULL
>> Log space is exhausted.
>>
>> <QP>
>> Generally, these errors can occur if the system files are corrupted.
>>
>> To make clear the current situation, I recommend downloading Windows
>> Vista
>> Service Pack 2] in Normal Mode and installing it in Clean Boot Mode.
>> Please
>> follow the steps below.
>>
>> Note: This SP2 installation can be affected by certain third party
>> programs
>> running in the background. If you are running any third party
>> applications
>> such as Spyblocker, Internet or web accelerators (programs designed to
>> boost
>> the speed of the Internet connection), security or anti-virus programs
>> (McAfee, Norton, etc.), I recommend we temporarily disable or shut them
>> down
>> during our troubleshooting process. Please be sure to enable them again
>> when
>> the update process has been completed.
>>
>> Step 1: Download Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone Installer
>> ================================================== =
>> 1. Download Windows Vista SP2 from the link below according to your
>> System
>> Type:
>>
>> ...Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone for x32-based
>> systems (Size: 348.3 MB)
>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...2-a5c3199ea2b3
>>
>> ...Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone for x64-based
>> systems (Size: 577.4MB)
>> http://download.microsoft.com/downlo...-X64-wave0.exe
>>
>> 2. Save the download to your desktop, do not Run it!
>>
>> Step 2: Install Windows Vista SP2 in Clean Boot mode
>> ========================================
>> Please disable all startup items and third party services when booting to
>> avoid conflict when installing Vista SP1:
>>
>> 1. Click "Start", type: MSCONFIG in the search box and press Enter.
>>
>> Note: Please click "Continue" if the "User Account Control" window pops
>> up.
>>
>> 2. Click "Services", check the "Hide All Microsoft Services" box and
>> click
>> "Disable All" (if it is not gray).
>> 3. Click "Startup", click "Disable All" and click "OK".
>>
>> Note: Temporarily disabling the Startup Group only prevents the startup
>> programs from loading at startup. This shouldn't affect the system or
>> other
>> programs. We can manually run these programs later. Go ahead and reboot
>> your
>> system when prompted as you are exiting MsConfig.
>>
>> 4. After rebooting, right-click on the downloaded Windows Vista Service
>> Pack
>> 2 Standalone Installer, select "Run as Administrator" (if necessary) and
>> follow the instructions to install Windows Vista SP2.
>>
>> To restore the computer to use a Normal Startup, repeat step 1 above.
>> Then
>> click "Normal Startup" on the General tab, click "OK", and then restart
>> the
>> computer.
>> </QP>
>> Modified from original MS Support source as quoted in
>> http://social.technet.microsoft.com/...-fb58c5da5ad0/
>>
>>
>
>
> Running Vista Ultimate and have new updates to install SP1 here. I already
> d/loaded SP1 / SP 2 manually so am asking this; which is better to do; let
> the update automatically install or do it like above?
> Don't want to mess anything up with the installation of SP1 / SP2.

Without trying to be contrary but merely informative, I downloaded and
installed 'all' of my Windows Updates from the server and did not have to
disable or uninstall anything on my Vista H/P 32 bit system.
And I have next to the native Firewall and Defender Avast, Spybot S&D,
SpywareBlaster and Malwarebytes running.
The only thing one must be careful of is not to download and install an
entire heap of updates, especially when it comes to SP's and IE's which must
be treated singularly and exactly according to instructions during the
process.
Hopefully this helps.

Harry.

>
> Thanks for your help
>
> God Bless... :-)
>

"webster72n" <> wrote in message
news:eP63GCg#...
>
>
> "Parrott" <> wrote in message
> news:OvgfMjT#...
>> My question is right at the end.
>>
>>
>> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" <> wrote in message
>> news:...
>>> [Crossposted to Vista General]
>>>
>>> Please read all three (3) sections of this reply.
>>>
>>> SECTION #1
>>>
>>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
>>> Windows Vista, but only for Service Pack 2 (SP2). This support for
>>> Windows
>>> Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) is valid until November 26, 2009.
>>> Availability
>>> of
>>> chat or e-mail support differs depending on your geographic location. Go
>>> to
>>> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...4&gprid=582034 &
>>> select appropriate category (e.g., Installation).
>>>
>>> ================================================== ==========
>>>
>>> SECTION #2
>>>
>>> C01A001D = STATUS_LOG_FULL
>>> Log space is exhausted.
>>>
>>> <QP>
>>> Generally, these errors can occur if the system files are corrupted.
>>>
>>> To make clear the current situation, I recommend downloading Windows
>>> Vista
>>> Service Pack 2] in Normal Mode and installing it in Clean Boot Mode.
>>> Please
>>> follow the steps below.
>>>
>>> Note: This SP2 installation can be affected by certain third party
>>> programs
>>> running in the background. If you are running any third party
>>> applications
>>> such as Spyblocker, Internet or web accelerators (programs designed to
>>> boost
>>> the speed of the Internet connection), security or anti-virus programs
>>> (McAfee, Norton, etc.), I recommend we temporarily disable or shut them
>>> down
>>> during our troubleshooting process. Please be sure to enable them again
>>> when
>>> the update process has been completed.
>>>
>>> Step 1: Download Windows Vista Service Pack 2 Standalone Installer
>>> ================================================== =
>>> 1. Download Windows Vista SP2 from the link below according to your
>>> System
>>> Type:
>>>
>>> ...Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone for x32-based
>>> systems (Size: 348.3 MB)
>>> http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...2-a5c3199ea2b3
>>>
>>> ...Windows Vista Service Pack 2 - Five Language Standalone for x64-based
>>> systems (Size: 577.4MB)
>>> http://download.microsoft.com/downlo...-X64-wave0.exe
>>>
>>> 2. Save the download to your desktop, do not Run it!
>>>
>>> Step 2: Install Windows Vista SP2 in Clean Boot mode
>>> ========================================
>>> Please disable all startup items and third party services when booting
>>> to
>>> avoid conflict when installing Vista SP1:
>>>
>>> 1. Click "Start", type: MSCONFIG in the search box and press Enter.
>>>
>>> Note: Please click "Continue" if the "User Account Control" window pops
>>> up.
>>>
>>> 2. Click "Services", check the "Hide All Microsoft Services" box and
>>> click
>>> "Disable All" (if it is not gray).
>>> 3. Click "Startup", click "Disable All" and click "OK".
>>>
>>> Note: Temporarily disabling the Startup Group only prevents the startup
>>> programs from loading at startup. This shouldn't affect the system or
>>> other
>>> programs. We can manually run these programs later. Go ahead and reboot
>>> your
>>> system when prompted as you are exiting MsConfig.
>>>
>>> 4. After rebooting, right-click on the downloaded Windows Vista Service
>>> Pack
>>> 2 Standalone Installer, select "Run as Administrator" (if necessary) and
>>> follow the instructions to install Windows Vista SP2.
>>>
>>> To restore the computer to use a Normal Startup, repeat step 1 above.
>>> Then
>>> click "Normal Startup" on the General tab, click "OK", and then restart
>>> the
>>> computer.
>>> </QP>
>>> Modified from original MS Support source as quoted in
>>> http://social.technet.microsoft.com/...-fb58c5da5ad0/
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>> Running Vista Ultimate and have new updates to install SP1 here. I
>> already
>> d/loaded SP1 / SP 2 manually so am asking this; which is better to do;
>> let
>> the update automatically install or do it like above?
>> Don't want to mess anything up with the installation of SP1 / SP2.
>
> Without trying to be contrary but merely informative, I downloaded and
> installed 'all' of my Windows Updates from the server and did not have to
> disable or uninstall anything on my Vista H/P 32 bit system.
> And I have next to the native Firewall and Defender Avast, Spybot S&D,
> SpywareBlaster and Malwarebytes running.
> The only thing one must be careful of is not to download and install an
> entire heap of updates, especially when it comes to SP's and IE's which
> must be treated singularly and exactly according to instructions during
> the process.
> Hopefully this helps.

Ooops, forgot to mention that I'm on dial-up also.

>
> Harry.
>
>>
>> Thanks for your help
>>
>> God Bless... :-)
>>

"Parrott" wrote:

>
> "Mark Adams" <> wrote in message
> news:15D5B245-7BF4-42D2-BB7B-...
> >
> >
> > I would download the ISO images and burn them to disk. That way you'll
> > always have an install disk and not have to download again if Windows goes
> > south for any reason. I did this for SP2 and it installed just fine from
> > the
> > disk.
>
> I found the SP2 ISO but is there an ISO for SP1 or is it just the .exe
> download?
>
>
> God Bless... :-)
>
>

Parrot, I'm not sure, but Vista SP2 probably incorporates SP1 as well, much
like XP. You probably only need the SP2 ISO.

"Mark Adams" <> wrote in message
news:204376C5-87EA-4E51-9B42-...
>
>
>
> Parrott, I'm not sure, but Vista SP2 probably incorporates SP1 as well,
> much
> like XP. You probably only need the SP2 ISO.

As I understand it, I have to install SP1 before SP2.

Thanks for your help peoples, much appreciated. :-)


God Bless... :-)