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    Sigh! Vista SP2 Install problems.

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by pkincy, Jun 15, 2009.

  1. pkincy

    pkincy Notebook Evangelist

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    Vista Home Premium was preloaded on my laptop at purchase.

    It shows as being SP1 in the system screen from Control Panel.

    I downloaded SP2 from Microsoft. When executing it quickly tells me that I need to install SP1 first. I downloaded SP1 and executed it. It quickly told me I already have SP1.

    It is apparent that Yossarian (from Catch 22) is the new Sr Vp of Technical at Microsoft being recently reinstated after his previous banishment soon after he invented Windows Me.

    Perry
     
    pkincy, Jun 15, 2009
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  2. Shyster1

    Shyster1 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    What else have you installed on your system, and have you done any tweaking to the OS?
     
    Shyster1, Jun 15, 2009
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  3. kegobeer

    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    I've read quite a few similar threads where SP1 is required, but it's already installed. I recommend using your Vista install disc and performing a repair action. Once finished, try installing SP2.

    *edit* To save tons of time, the OP should google for "vista sp2 requires sp1 already installed", read every thread, try all of the suggestions, and then come back and post a summary of everything tried.
     
    kegobeer, Jun 15, 2009
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  4. gerryf19

    gerryf19 I am the walrus

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    Start > type REGEDIT in the box
    ENTER

    Go to
    HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Component Based Servicing\Packages\KB936330~31bf3856ad364e35~amd64~~6.0.1.18000

    Take a screen shot and post it here.
     
    gerryf19, Jun 15, 2009
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