Probs with installing updates after reinstalling XP

stamford

It seems this is a known problem but I've tried the MS solutions to no avail.

First off the machine (2 yr old desktop) wouldn't even download updates as it was missing the MS Genuine Advantage thingy which tells them it is a legit copy you are running. Got that sorted with a MS fix, then it wouldn't download the updates, fixed that one but now I have 87 updates refusing to install.

Would be pleased with any help

SatanicHare

I had what i think is the same problem, this worked for me
http://windowssecrets.com/2007/09/27/03-Stealth-Windows-update-prevents-XP-repair

Best of luck

spud17

The following worked for me after doing a repair.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943144

stamford

SatanicHare wrote: »

I had what i think is the same problem, this worked for me
http://windowssecrets.com/2007/09/27/03-Stealth-Windows-update-prevents-XP-repair

Best of luck

Many thanks - job done XP updated

SatanicHare

Good stuff, glad it worked