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problems with XP SP2...

So, I bought a fancy smancy all in one printer, and when I went to load the software, it says it requires XP SP2 or higher. Now I haven't downloaded SP2, because every time I do, it messes up the computer. Usually the monitor will not work, but this time the computer wouldn't restart, only on safe mode. What would cause the SP2 upgrade to do this? I know lots of people who run XP with SP2, and don't have any problems. :punchballs:
95 Ranger Splash 2.3
88 Tbird Sport :ies::ies:
5.0 SO, stainless shorty headers, w/ Magnaflow lers. KYB struts, KYB shocks. 5lug conversion from sn95 Mustang, subframe connectors, drilled and slotted rotors, 03 Mach 1 wheels. sequential taillights.140 speedo

problems with XP SP2...

Reply #1 –
what sort of computer do you have? Do you know what kind of video card? Genereally it is a conflict between drivers, or because microsoft sucks. And anyone who says XP can't have a hardware conflict is an idiot.
Quote from: jcassity
I honestly dont think you could exceed the cost of a new car buy installing new *stock* parts everywhere in your coug our tbird. Its just plain impossible. You could revamp the entire drivetrain/engine/suspenstion and still come out ahead.
Hooligans! 
1988 Crown Vic wagon. 120K California car. Wifes grocery getter. (junked)
1987 Ford Thunderbird LX. 5.0. s.o., sn-95 t-5 and an f-150 clutch. Driven daily and going strong.
1986 cougar.
lilsammywasapunkrocker@yahoo.com

problems with XP SP2...

Reply #2 –
2002 Gateway, pentium 4 processor 2G, Nvidia GeForce 2 mx/mx400 video card. 512mb ram.
95 Ranger Splash 2.3
88 Tbird Sport :ies::ies:
5.0 SO, stainless shorty headers, w/ Magnaflow lers. KYB struts, KYB shocks. 5lug conversion from sn95 Mustang, subframe connectors, drilled and slotted rotors, 03 Mach 1 wheels. sequential taillights.140 speedo

problems with XP SP2...

Reply #3 –
Whats your model number? I used to work for emachines/gateway.
Quote from: jcassity
I honestly dont think you could exceed the cost of a new car buy installing new *stock* parts everywhere in your coug our tbird. Its just plain impossible. You could revamp the entire drivetrain/engine/suspenstion and still come out ahead.
Hooligans! 
1988 Crown Vic wagon. 120K California car. Wifes grocery getter. (junked)
1987 Ford Thunderbird LX. 5.0. s.o., sn-95 t-5 and an f-150 clutch. Driven daily and going strong.
1986 cougar.
lilsammywasapunkrocker@yahoo.com

problems with XP SP2...

Reply #4 –
mfatxstl el2 500x. :D
95 Ranger Splash 2.3
88 Tbird Sport :ies::ies:
5.0 SO, stainless shorty headers, w/ Magnaflow lers. KYB struts, KYB shocks. 5lug conversion from sn95 Mustang, subframe connectors, drilled and slotted rotors, 03 Mach 1 wheels. sequential taillights.140 speedo

problems with XP SP2...

Reply #5 –
According to gateway there is no conflict with sp2. I worked there when it was relesed. I remember there being alot of problems with it. I'm gonna talk to some of my old buddies. I think one still works there.
Quote from: jcassity
I honestly dont think you could exceed the cost of a new car buy installing new *stock* parts everywhere in your coug our tbird. Its just plain impossible. You could revamp the entire drivetrain/engine/suspenstion and still come out ahead.
Hooligans! 
1988 Crown Vic wagon. 120K California car. Wifes grocery getter. (junked)
1987 Ford Thunderbird LX. 5.0. s.o., sn-95 t-5 and an f-150 clutch. Driven daily and going strong.
1986 cougar.
lilsammywasapunkrocker@yahoo.com

problems with XP SP2...

Reply #6 –
Thanks. I'm downloading about a bagillion updates right now...lol.
95 Ranger Splash 2.3
88 Tbird Sport :ies::ies:
5.0 SO, stainless shorty headers, w/ Magnaflow lers. KYB struts, KYB shocks. 5lug conversion from sn95 Mustang, subframe connectors, drilled and slotted rotors, 03 Mach 1 wheels. sequential taillights.140 speedo

problems with XP SP2...

Reply #7 –
it looks like to me there maybe a conflict with the nivida video card... I can't promise anything there, but I would try to pull out the video card and use the on board on while you do the update, then try to reinstall the video card after. I guess none of my freinds still work there, but that is what I would do if it were me. I am assuming the nivida is added on right?
Quote from: jcassity
I honestly dont think you could exceed the cost of a new car buy installing new *stock* parts everywhere in your coug our tbird. Its just plain impossible. You could revamp the entire drivetrain/engine/suspenstion and still come out ahead.
Hooligans! 
1988 Crown Vic wagon. 120K California car. Wifes grocery getter. (junked)
1987 Ford Thunderbird LX. 5.0. s.o., sn-95 t-5 and an f-150 clutch. Driven daily and going strong.
1986 cougar.
lilsammywasapunkrocker@yahoo.com
 

problems with XP SP2...

Reply #8 –
Thanks, I'm not really into pulling things out, but I'll see. Thanks for all your help in this matter. :D
95 Ranger Splash 2.3
88 Tbird Sport :ies::ies:
5.0 SO, stainless shorty headers, w/ Magnaflow lers. KYB struts, KYB shocks. 5lug conversion from sn95 Mustang, subframe connectors, drilled and slotted rotors, 03 Mach 1 wheels. sequential taillights.140 speedo