What to Know Before Download & Install Win XP Sp 2

Before You Install Window XP Service Pack 2
Follow these three steps to prepare for downloading SP2. 

1. Check your computer for unwanted software.
You can detect and remove unwanted software from your computer using a variety of tools available from other companies, including Lavasoft Ad-aware. (Note: Microsoft is not responsible for the quality, performance, or reliability of third-party tools.)

2. Get the latest PC manufacturer updates for SP2.
As one of the steps to ensuring you have all of the support information you need to install SP2, we recommend that you visit your PC manufacturer's Web site first and search for any information about SP2 that might apply to your computer.

3. Protect your important files.
We strongly suggest you back up or make a copy of your important and irreplaceable personal information, such as pictures, documents, music, and financial data.

How Do I Know if My Computer Is Ready to Install SP2?
Go to the Windows Update Web site. Windows Update will scan your computer. If it lists Windows XP SP2 as an available update, then your computer is ready for SP2.

If your computer is not ready, or if you want to install SP2 from a CD, you should read the minimum requirements for the service pack.

How to Install SP2
When you finish downloading SP2, the Welcome to Windows XP Service Pack 2 Setup Wizard appears. Here's what to do during the installation:

1. Make sure you have protected your personal files.
2. In the Welcome to Windows XP Service Pack 2 Setup Wizard, click Next. Note: While updating 
    your system, Windows checks your system to be sure it complies with the Service Pack 2 
    requirements. Then it archives the service pack files in case you want to remove SP2 later.
    Finally, it installs the service pack. This can take a few minutes, so please wait.
3. After the installation is complete, restart your computer.
4. Make sure your security essentials are all marked ON by clicking Start, clicking Control Panel,
    and then clicking Security Center. Now you're ready to start using Windows XP SP2 with
    Advanced Security Technologies.

Quick Tips for Successful Installation 
  - Is everyone logged off? If you use Fast User Switching, be sure all other users are logged off before 
    installing. For help on how to do this, go to the Help and Support Center on your computer by
    clicking Start, and then clicking Help and Support. Then search for "Fast User Switching." 

  - Get the latest Windows updates. Before you install SP2, get your version of Windows completely 
    up-to-date with the latest performance and security updates. Go to the Windows Update Web site, 
    click Express Install, and then install all high priority updates listed. 

  - Give laptops enough power. If you are installing SP2 on a laptop, make sure that you have the 
    laptop plugged in to AC power. 

  - To add yourself as an administrator, you can either log on with the user name "Administrator" or
    use another account that has Administrator permissions. To determine which permissions you
    have, open the Control Panel and click User Accounts. The listings in the Group category will tell
    you what kind of access you have to your computer's settings.


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