Windows XP Service Pack 3
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I decided to try it out. I guess I just can't resist the lure of novelty. Anyway, it installed without difficulty and I've had no problems since it went on my computers.j.select said:
jwm
Mine didn't come up on the auto updates but when I connected to the update site it came down. Possibly I didn't get the auto 'cause my system was sleeping.j.select said:
You guys must be lucky, because based on what I read on the following many people are having problems with this one
http://www.informationweek.com/news/windows/operatingsystems/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=207600950
http://www.informationweek.com/news/windows/operatingsystems/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=207600950
NO problems downloading... 45 mins from the start to reboot. I have not noticed too much difference, 'puter seems to be a bit faster ( although that could just be me)....3 days & fingers crossed.
No issues here running SP3.. I got it the first day it was out. My Q6700 PC seems faster and now more stable as well.. With SP2 I had random lockup issues
Here's an article on SP3 problems with one fellow claiming problems are exclusive to AMD processors. I might note that two of my three computers (a laptop and a desktop) run with old AMD 64 processors and they've not experienced even a hiccup from the upgrade. Of course, that doesn't invalidate the blogger's claim but maybe it gives it a bit of TERB perspective! 
jwm
Original URL: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/05/09/windows_xp_sp3_reboots_crashes/
Windows XP SP3 sends PCs into endless reboot
By Kelly Fiveash
Published Friday 9th May 2008 13:12 GMT
Microsoft's service pack three (SP3) for Windows XP has caused havoc on hundreds of PCs, just hours after it was released as an automatic update.
Angry customers have vented their spleen on the firm's Windows XP message board, posting complaints that include spontaneous PC reboots and system crashes after the service pack installs.
Poster Dan said: "I installed SP3 this morning but when rebooting it loops between startup screen and restarting screen. I can boot into safe mode. Is uninstalling XP service pack 3 the only resolution?"
Doug W complained: "After three attempts [to install XP SP3] with different configurations each time, System Restore was the only way to get me out of deep shit."
Similar problems were reported by frustrated customers throughout the message board.
Microsoft finally released XP SP3 on Tuesday this week. It was supposed to be available last week, but an eleventh hour FAIL between the service pack and its point-of-sale application – Dynamics Retail Management System (RMS) – forced Microsoft to put the cork back in the bottle while it sorted out the problem.
The cock-up also affected Windows Vista SP1.
Earlier this week Microsoft said it had deployed a band-aid filter for the automatic Windows Update to block RMS customers from getting the service packs while it scurries to fix the glitch.
Whether the latest issues will be patched remains to be seen. But it's likely the Microsoft Windows teams will spit out further updates to address the system reboots and crashes being reported in XP SP3.
Meanwhile, Jesper Johansson, a prominent Windows blogger (http://msinfluentials.com/blogs/jes...d-computer-boot-after-installing-xp-sp3.aspx), has claimed that the problem only involves machines using AMD processors.
Microsoft, which wasn't immediately available for comment, had said the long-awaited, final service pack for XP "includes a small number of new functionalities, which do not significantly change customers' experience with the operating system". ®
jwm
Original URL: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/05/09/windows_xp_sp3_reboots_crashes/
Windows XP SP3 sends PCs into endless reboot
By Kelly Fiveash
Published Friday 9th May 2008 13:12 GMT
Microsoft's service pack three (SP3) for Windows XP has caused havoc on hundreds of PCs, just hours after it was released as an automatic update.
Angry customers have vented their spleen on the firm's Windows XP message board, posting complaints that include spontaneous PC reboots and system crashes after the service pack installs.
Poster Dan said: "I installed SP3 this morning but when rebooting it loops between startup screen and restarting screen. I can boot into safe mode. Is uninstalling XP service pack 3 the only resolution?"
Doug W complained: "After three attempts [to install XP SP3] with different configurations each time, System Restore was the only way to get me out of deep shit."
Similar problems were reported by frustrated customers throughout the message board.
Microsoft finally released XP SP3 on Tuesday this week. It was supposed to be available last week, but an eleventh hour FAIL between the service pack and its point-of-sale application – Dynamics Retail Management System (RMS) – forced Microsoft to put the cork back in the bottle while it sorted out the problem.
The cock-up also affected Windows Vista SP1.
Earlier this week Microsoft said it had deployed a band-aid filter for the automatic Windows Update to block RMS customers from getting the service packs while it scurries to fix the glitch.
Whether the latest issues will be patched remains to be seen. But it's likely the Microsoft Windows teams will spit out further updates to address the system reboots and crashes being reported in XP SP3.
Meanwhile, Jesper Johansson, a prominent Windows blogger (http://msinfluentials.com/blogs/jes...d-computer-boot-after-installing-xp-sp3.aspx), has claimed that the problem only involves machines using AMD processors.
Microsoft, which wasn't immediately available for comment, had said the long-awaited, final service pack for XP "includes a small number of new functionalities, which do not significantly change customers' experience with the operating system". ®
I did an install of XP3 SP# on my gateway laptop and Vista SP1 on my HP Laptop. Both went through smoothly and my 2 laptops are running much quicker esp the Windows Vista. I did not use automatic update but instead chose to download the full install, disconnect the internet and spyware and virus scanner. Doing these steps, my installs went through very smoothly with no problems. Hope this information is helpful as I think following the safety precautions I did was the reason my install went so successful.
