SP3 Auto update

I get an error message that file "windows/system32/ntkrnlpa.exe" is being
used by another program and I can't find it being used anywhere. Thus the
update stops and I can't continue.
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Terry in Help

WinXP SP3 - Read all prerequisites for a successful installation
http://msmvps.com/blogs/harrywaldron...tallation.aspx

Steps to take before you install WinXP SP3
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717

Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3), until 14 Apr-09. Chat and
e-mail support is available only in the United States and Canada.

• US:
http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...3&gprid=522131

• CA:
http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...3&gprid=522131

• UK:
http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...3&gprid=522131

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• Other: http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173 | select
Windows XP | select Windows XP Service Pack 3
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haloterry wrote:
> I get an error message that file "windows/system32/ntkrnlpa.exe" is being
> used by another program and I can't find it being used anywhere. Thus the
> update stops and I can't continue.

HI;
You can use ProcessExplorer to identify the .exe used by any proceess.
Thanks

Essa


"haloterry" wrote:

> I get an error message that file "windows/system32/ntkrnlpa.exe" is being
> used by another program and I can't find it being used anywhere. Thus the
> update stops and I can't continue.
> --
> Terry in Help