OS repair/install problem

[runzwithsizorz]

Have a computer with a 300 gig HD partitioned for Win7 64bit, and XP 32bit, and a 74 gig storage/backup.
A while back my XP got infected with some sort of virus/trojan that none of my software, or any others
could deal with. I figured fine, I'll just do a repair, or reinstall, however it seems my latest XP, SP2
install disk is damaged, (crc), and parts of the i386 files cannot be accessed/loaded. I attempted to load
the file to the back-up drive, and again a CRC. As an aside, would Micro$oft replace a damaged install CD?
Or allow a burnable download? Borrowing a neighbors, or friends is not an option. I do have an old XP
install disk, any way to incorparate the two? I.E. the service packs, ETC?

 

[grss1982]

Have a computer with a 300 gig HD partitioned for Win7 64bit, and XP 32bit, and a 74 gig storage/backup.
A while back my XP got infected with some sort of virus/trojan that none of my software, or any others
could deal with. I figured fine, I'll just do a repair, or reinstall, however it seems my latest XP, SP2
install disk is damaged, (crc), and parts of the i386 files cannot be accessed/loaded. I attempted to load
the file to the back-up drive, and again a CRC. As an aside, would Micro$oft replace a damaged install CD?
Or allow a burnable download? Borrowing a neighbors, or friends is not an option. I do have an old XP
install disk, any way to incorparate the two? I.E. the service packs, ETC?

They will have an Order Desk department that sends out replacement disks, But you need to get in touch first with customer service at 1-800-936-5700 (U.S.). But as long as you can present proof of purchase (PID, PK or Part Number in the damaged disk) they should be able to provide you a replacement. Take note there might be a charge involved.

 

[Steltek]

Is your XP CD a retail disc, or is it an OEM reinstallation disc? If it is reinstallation, what brand?

 

[runzwithsizorz]

Is your XP CD a retail disc, or is it an OEM reinstallation disc? If it is reinstallation, what brand?[/QUOTE
RETAIL, I think purchased at Staples, or the like. doubt if I can find the receipt. Like I said, I also have a legal FIRST edition install disk I think will work, but it's such a hassle when I own the final version. You are given the
option at a crc to seek files elsewhere, and I was thinking I could fill in the
blanks using both my legal disks on the back-up drive, and then resume the
install.

 

[Steltek]

You should be able to use nLite to slipstream the XP service packs into your old first edition XP install disc and get it up to the SP3 level.

http://www.nliteos.com/nlite.html

It is pretty simple to do. You'll need the full versions of the XP service packs downloaded you want to integrate (technically you should be able to go straight to SP3 as it supplants SP1/2, but I've sometimes had issues doing it in the past without going through SP1 and SP2 first). The SP3 download is available at the following link:

http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=24

Then, follow these instructions:

http://www.nliteos.com/guide/index.html

 

[runzwithsizorz]

OK, now we're talkin, but it will take me awhile to digest, and implement.
The last few years I have been fat, happy, lazy, and out of the loop.
I feel a bit ashamed for not already knowing this info.
THANKZ for taking the time.