Windows XP will not find the text you are scanning for

You must have noticed that there is a difference in searching function between Windows XP and Windows prior to XP.
XP has a known issue for not finding a number of File Types when you do a Search for Files "containing text" or using the "A word or phrase in the file" option. Windows XP will not find the text you are scanning for.

Why ?
Microsoft wanted to make XP faster than the previous versions of Windows. Thus it eliminated the capability to search all file.XP checks only a number of file extensions.The cause is the lack of a PersistentHandler value in the Registry for this type of file.

How To Fix:-

1]Change the default value of PersistentHandler key:-

Strat>Run>Regedit>Ok
Now Navigate to [HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT.XXXPersistentHandler.You can also find PersistentHandler key by:-
Highlight HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT>goto Edit>Find>in the Find what: box type:PersistentHandler>Enter/Find Next
Now just change the default value:-Double click on the Default value present in the right pane and copy and paste this value:{5e941d80-bf96-11cd-b579-08002b30bfeb}.Close the registry editor and reboot your system.

Obtain the latest service pack for Windows XP and then turn on the Index file types with unknown extensions option.

2.A]Through Registry:-
To configure the search to include all file types:
1]Start>Run>Regedit>Ok. Now navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\ContentIndex.
2.]Double-click the FilterFilesWithUnknownExtensions Value Name, a REG_DWORD data type, and set the data value to 1.
3] You must restart your computer for this change to take effect.

2.B]Through GUI:-

1] Click Start, and then click Search (or point to Search, and then click For Files or Folders).
2] Click Change preferences, and then click With Indexing Service (for faster local searches).
3]Click Change Indexing Service Settings (Advanced). Note that you do not have to turn on the Index service.
4] On the toolbar, click Show/Hide Console Tree.
5] In the left pane, right-click Indexing Service on Local Machine, and then click Properties.
6]On the Generation tab, click to select the Index files with unknown extensions check box, and then click OK.
7] Close the Indexing Service console.

Useful Links:-
Using the "A word or phrase in the file" search criterion may not work
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=309173


Direct Registry Edits:-
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/scripts_desc/xp_fix_search.htm
http://www.mostlycreativeworkshop.com/Downloads-req-getit-lid-7.html

Windows Update Fix:-
Windows XP Application Compatibility Update, October 25, 2001
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/308381/EN-US/

Group Policy Control-Information bar XPSP2

One can control the information bar behaviour through the group policy also.

For Active X controls:-
Start>Run>Type in:gpedit.msc>ok
Now click on Administrative Templates>Windows Components>Internet Explorer>Internet Control Panel>Security Page>Internet Zone>‘Automatic prompting for ActiveX installs’
If you enable this policy setting:-users will receive a prompt when a site instantiates an ActiveX control they do not have installed.
If you disable this policy setting:-ActiveX control installations will be blocked using the Information Bar. Users can click on the Information Bar to allow the ActiveX control prompt.
If you do not configure this policy setting:-the user’s preference will be used to determine whether to block ActiveX control installations using the Information Bar.


For File Downloads:-
Start>Run>Type in:gpedit.msc>ok
Now click on Administrative Templates>Windows Components>Internet Explorer>Internet Control Panel>Security Page>Internet Zone>‘Automatic prompting for file downloads’
If you enable this setting:-users will receive a file download dialog for automatic download attempts.
If you disable or do not configure this setting:-file downloads that are not user-initiated will be blocked, and users will see the Information Bar instead of the file download dialog. Users can then click the Information Bar to allow the file download prompt.


For Pop-Ups:-
Start>Run>Type in:gpedit.msc>okNow click on Administrative Templates>Windows Components>Internet Explorer>Internet Control Panel>Security Page>Internet Zone>‘Use Pop-up Blocker'

If you enable this policy setting:- most unwanted pop-up windows are prevented from appearing.
If you disable this policy setting:- pop-up windows are not prevented from appearing.
If you do not configure this policy setting:- most unwanted pop-up windows are prevented from appearing.


For Active Content of CD-based HTML Content:

There currently is no Group Policy object available to control the Active Content running from CD drives.

Information bar-Troubleshootings At Registry Level

You can not view “Did you notice the Information Bar” dialogue:-

Start>Run>Regedit>Ok
Now navigate to:-

HKEY_CURRENT-USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Internet Explorer\Information Bar
Values:-
0=Do not show message
1=Show message

Active X Control-displaying problem when questionable content is encountered:-
Start>Run>Regedit>Ok
Now navigate to:- HKEY_CURRENT-USER\Software\Microsoft\WindowsWindows\CurrentVersionInternetSettings\Zones\{x}
Values:-
2201 (dword)
0=(enable)
3= (disable)


Problems regarding Automatic prompting for file downloads:-
Start>Run>Regedit>Ok
Now navigate to:-
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion
Internet Settings\Zones\{x}
Values:-
2200 (dword)
0 =(enable)
3=(disable)

Display Problem-'Show Information Bar when pop-up is blocked':-
Start>Run>Regedit>Ok
Now navigate to:-

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\New Windows

Values:-
UseSecBand
0= (do not display)
1 =(display InfoBar)

Display Problem regarding ‘Allow active content to run in files on My Computer’:-
Start>Run>Regedit>Ok
Now navigate to:-
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\MicrosoftInternetExplorerMainFeatureControl\FEATURE_LOCALMACHINE_LOCKDOWN
Values:-
Iexplore.exe(dword)
0=(disable LMZL for IE)
1=(enable LMZL for IE )

Display Problem regarding ‘Allow active content from CDs to run on My Computer’:-
Start>Run>Regedit>Ok
Now navigate to:-

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet
ExplorerMain\FeatureControl\FEATURE_LOCALMACHINE_LOCKDOWNSettings
Values:-
LOCALMACHINE_CD_UNLOCK(dword)
0= (prompt content from cd)
1=(Allow content from CD)

Information Bar

The Information Bar is displayed, when necessary, just below the Address Bar portion of the Internet Explorer.As it is golden in colour,so it is also known as golden bar.

Why does it appear?
1]It appears when the internet explorer blocks ActiveX controls or active content on a Web page.
2]If a Web site tries to download a file to your computer.

How Will You Use It?
click the message in the bar when it appears. You will have the option to allow the content on your computer or to view more information about the content being blocked.

Messages Which Are Displayed:-

To help protect your security, Internet Explorer stopped this site from installing an ActiveX control on your computer. Click here for options…
It appears when a Web page tries to install an ActiveX control on your computer.
Resolution:
If the publisher is a trusted one then you can install.

To help protect your security, Internet Explorer blocked this site from downloading files to your computer. Click here for options…
By blocking the files and loading the Web page, Internet Explorer allows you to verify that the file is needed in order for the Web page to function properly.
Resolution:
If you feel that you need the blocked file,you can trust that file, then download.

Your security settings do not allow Web sites to use ActiveX controls installed on your computer. This page may not display correctly. Click here for options…
If an ActiveX control or script tries to run from a Web page and your Security settings are set high, you may receive this message.
Resolution:
If you are sure that it's from a trusted publisher you install it.If not sure then click the Information Bar and click What's the risk? for more information about ActiveX controls.

Internet Explorer has blocked this site from using an ActiveX control in an unsafe manner. As a result this page may not display correctly.
When a Web site attempts to access an ActiveX control on your computer without your knowledge, you will see this message in the Information Bar. The Web page is made available but without the control running. This allows you to verify if the page will still function properly without the control.
Resolution:-
It is not recommended that you try to allow the control to run, as it could cause problems on your computer.

To help protect your security, Internet Explorer has restricted this file from showing active content that could access your computer. Click here for options...
When a Web page attempts to run a script or ActiveX control on your computer this message is shown.
Resolution:-
If you feel you need the blocked script or control, make certain that it is from a trusted publisher then you allow it.

This content might not be displayed properly. The file was restricted because the content doesn't match its security information. Click here for options...

By blocking the file Internet Explorer allows you to verify that the file is needed in order for the Web page to function properly.
Resolution:-
Verify that the file the Web site is trying to install on your computer is safe.

This site might require the following ActiveX control: name of control From: publisher of control Click here to install...

If an ActiveX control with a valid digital signature attempts to install itself on your computer from a Web page you will see this message.

Resolution:-

If you feel you need the blocked control, make certain that you trust the publisher before allowing it to access your computer

Controlling Information Bar:-

For pop-up windows:-

Tools > Pop-Up Blocker > Pop-Up Blocker Settings >
Uncheck: ‘Show Information Bar when pop-up is blocked’

For file downloads:-

Tools > Internet Options > Security > (zone) > Custom Level
‘Automatic prompting for file downloads’

enable (bar off)
disable (bar on)

For ActiveX controls:-

Tools > Internet Options > Security > (zone) > Custom Level
‘Automatic prompting for ActiveX installs’

enable (bar off)
disable (bar on)

For Active Content:

Tools > Internet Options > Advanced >
Check: ‘Allow active content to run in files on My Computer’

For CD-based HTML Content:

Tools > Internet Options > Advanced >
Check: ‘Allow active content from CDs to run on My Computer’

Useful Links:-
Use the Internet Explorer Information Bar [Microsoft -How to And Support For Windows XPSP2]

Some Common Messenger Problems

How To Uninstall Windows Messenger From XP:-

Start>Run>Type in:RunDll32 advpack.dll,LaunchINFSection %windir%\INF\msmsgs.inf,BLC.Remove>Ok

See Here also:-
How to Prevent Windows Messenger from Running on a Windows XP-Based Computer
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;q302089

Stopping Messenger from automatically loading with Outlook Express:-

Open Outlook Express>Tools>Options>Uncheck 'Automatically log on to Windows Messenger'.

All Contacts are green in colour as if All Are Online:-
This happens if the updated beta video driver is not fully compatible.Just roll back the driver.

You cannot start Windows Messenger after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2

Start>Run>Type in:Firewall.cpl>ok

On the Exceptions tab, click to select the Windows Messenger check box in Programs and Services.>ok

Check the .NET Service Status Check here first if you are having problems signing in to Windows Messenger or making a voice call to another computer.

Important KB Articles On Windows Messenger Problems Which Are Related to XPSP2

843019You cannot start Windows Messenger after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2

843021 Programs or services that use the Alerter service or the Messenger service do not work as expected after you install Windows XP Service Pack

883261 You are prompted to accept or reject certain Windows Messenger files in Windows XP Service Pack 2


Other KB Articles On Windows Messenger:-
kbAlertz: Windows Messenger Knowledge Base Articles

Windows Messenger

It is an instant messaging program that lets you communicate in real time with other people.

Things you can do:-
1.You can make contacts of your friends,relatives,colleagues.
2.You can chat with them when they are on line.
3.You can send and receive messages
4.You can call a phone at a very cheap rate to anywhere.
5.Link directly to the e-mail inbox of your default e-mail program
6.Invite someone to play a game, look at a program on your computer, or use a whiteboard together.
7.Share pictures, music, or documents to your contacts
8.Use Remote Assistance to allow someone to help you with your computer
9.Microsoft .NET Alerts alert system keep you alert constantly.

What's New In XPSP2?
In Windows XPSP2 there have been a few changes in Windows Messenger's functionality.

Block Unsafe File Transfers:-

Files are blocked when both of the following occur:
•
The sender is not on your Contacts list.
•
Someone tries to send you a file that is considered unsafe

.jpg, .txt, and .gif extensions are generally considered safe and you can receive them still from persons who are not in your contact list.

You are prompted before opening the following file types:-

.doc, .ppt, .xls, .zip, .wpd,.pdf.exe, .cmd, .wsh, .bat, .vb, .vbs; .pif, .scr, .scf,.exe, .cmd, .wsh, .bat, .vb, .vbs; .pif, .scr, .scf.
any file that contains software code or script including macros, executables, and JavaScript.
or,with any other extension.

Required User Display Name:-

A user display name that is different from the user’s e-mail address is now required.If a display name is not provided, one cannot log on.
On the File menu, the user’s display name is stored in a text file, along with any associated text messages. Virus applications can discover the e-mail address in the text file and use it to propagate to the user’s contacts through these same instant messaging conversations.Thus it's important.

Relationship With The Firewall:-

To give Windows Messenger permission to connect to the Internet, click Start>Control Panel>Security Options>Windows Firewall>Exceptions, and then, in Programs and Services, click Windows Messenger.

Useful Links:-

Windows Messenger FAQ
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/wmsgrfaq.mspx

Information About the Unsafe File List in Internet Explorer 6
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=25999.

Latest Version of
MSN Messenger: 6.2.0137 Download
Windows Messenger: 5.0.0482 Download

Keep XP Clean

Spywares:-
These are small programs that run in the background. They 'hide' themselves from the user and perform tasks that typically invade your privacy, they do literally 'spy' on you.spyware programs come bundled with free downloadable programs from the internet.


Adawares:-
When the software that displays advertisements (called adware) or software that tracks personal or sensitive information.

The main symptoms:-
When you will get stuck with spywares then you may face the following signs-
1]pop-up advertisements all the time
2]Exsisting Internet settings changed.The Home page is hijacked.
3]Presence of any unwanted toolbar.
4]Any unwanted software has got downloaded.
5]Very slow in runing.

Removal Tools:-
Download ,install and run them in safe mode.Always check for updated or latest versions.

Spybot Search & Destroy (S&D)
www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html

Spyblaster:-It doesn't scan and clean for spyware - it prevents it.

http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/sbdownload.html


Custom Entries for SpywareBlaster
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/blaster.htm

Lavasoft Ad Aware

Adware T.V. Media Removal Tool

http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4368.html
Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner

http://www.kephyr.com/spywarescanner/

VX2 Cleaner:
http://www.lavasoft.de/software/plugins/vx2cleaner.shtml or:
http://tools.zerosrealm.com/VX2Finder.exe

Hijack This
http://www.spychecker.com/program/hijackthis.html

CWShredder:-
http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/downloads.html

The followings Protect you from unknown Browser Helper Objects (BHOs)

BHODemon

http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3550.html
Toolbarcop 3.01
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4126.html

Prevention is Always Better than Cure:-
Never Disable Firewall.Always keep it Enable.
Make sure the programs you install don't contain adware
Install a pop-up blocker to prevent adware and spyware pop-up windows( in XPSP2 it is there by default in Internet Explorer.Other third party tools are- Google Toolbar and MSN Toolbar)

Useful Links:-
What you can do about spyware and other unwanted software
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/spywarewhat.mspx

Unexplained computer behavior may be caused by deceptive software
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;827315

Tip: Run, RunOnce, RunServices, RunServicesOnce and Startup
http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q179/3/65.asp

Download.Ject Payload Detection and Removal Tool
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=FC84B8B5-A64D-4837-B65F-96925A514F71&displaylang=en

Free Online Virus Scan
http://housecall.trendmicro.com/housecall/start_corp.asp

Windows Firewall
http://msdn.microsoft.com/security/productinfo/XPSP2/networkprotection/firewall.aspx

Bluetooth Troubleshootings In XP SP2

Various components of Bluetooth may be failing, or the radio is not properly:-

This happens if the drivers are not properly updated during the installation.

Resolution:-

Start>Run>Regedit>Ok

Now navigate to the following key:-

HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\.

Delete the following key:
{e0cbf06c-cd8b-4647-bb8a-263b43f0f974}.

Open Device Manager.
Remove the Bluetooth radio listed here.>Action >Scan for hardware changes.
This should re-enumerate the Bluetooth adapter installed on the computer, using
the SP2 drivers.

Bluetooth device is not detected or, Add Bluetooth Device Fails:-

Resolution:-

Start>Run>Type in %windir%\inf>Ok

Locate and rename the Bth.inf to Bth.bak and now install bluetooth driver.

or,

Open Device Manager>Right click on BT Device>Update the driver.

Slow Connection or Disconnects:-

Resolution:-

*Check the distance between the computer and the device.

**Be sure that there is not too many connections to the same device.

***Check if you have the following devices near by:-

Cordless telephones that use the 2.4 GHz range.
○ Microwave ovens.
○ X10 Devices, such as those that control automatic lighting and universal remote
controls.
○ Networks using 802.11, also known as Wi-Fi.
● In addition to the devices listed above, water and walls can affect Bluetooth radio
transmissions.

Problems In Personal Area Network (PAN) connections:-

The device is out of range: When this occurs, you will receive the error “Windows
was unable to connect with your Bluetooth-enabled network device. It may be turned
off, out of range, or it may not be configured to accept connections. Consult your
device’s documentation for information on how configure it to accept connections.”
● The device requires re-authentication: When this occurs, you will receive the error:
“The Bluetooth-enabled network device requires re-authentication. Do you wish to
proceed with this step? Press “Yes” to re-authenticate with the device. Press “No” to
return to the Bluetooth Network Devices dialog.”
● If an issue other than the above is encountered, you will receive the error: “The
connection with the Bluetooth-enabled network device failed. Please consult your
device’s documentation for more information on how to resolve this.”

Useful Links:-

870701
You cannot add a Bluetooth printer on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
840635
Cannot install a Bluetooth device after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
841803
List of Bluetooth radio drivers that are included in Windows XP SP2
873154
A Bluetooth keyboard or mouse does not work when you start Windows XP Service Pack 2
883258
How to troubleshoot Bluetooth detection and connectivity problems in Windows XP Service Pack 2
870895
You receive a "STOP: 0x000000D5" fatal system error message after you update to Windows XP Service Pack 2 on your Toshiba portable computer
841799
Bluetooth device installation may not work without any notification

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a wireless technology that is designed to replace cables between devices, such as printers, keyboards, and mice.

Bluetooth wireless technology operates over a short distance. Bluetooth devices use radio transmission, which enables computers, mobile phones, printers, keyboards, mice, and other devices to communicate with each other without cables.
Bluetooth wireless technology has been included in Service Pack 2 for Windows XP. This support was not previously available directly from Microsoft.

Bluetooth is essentially a spread-spectrum frequency hopping radio transceiver, which means that it operates in a spread-spectrum mode and changes frequency for every data packet some 1,600 times per second.Bluetooth operates on 79 1 megahertz (MHz) bands between 2.4000 GHz and 2.4835 GHz.


Bluetooth defines several profiles, which identifies the services and features supported. Several available Bluetooth profiles are supported in SP2 including the following:
● Human Interface Device (HID):-
● Personal Area Networking (PAN)
● Dial-up Networking (DUN)
● Object Exchange (OBEX)
● Hard Copy Replacement
● Serial Port Profile (SPP)

The following Bluetooth support components are installed to %windir%\system32
Start>Run>Type in: %windir%\system32>Ok

And to view the drivers which support bluetooth :-
Start>Run>Type in: %windir%\system32\drivers>Ok

Adding a device-pairing or bonding the two devices:-
When a Bluetooth device is added to your computer, address information is exchanged. Sometimes, access keys are also exchanged. It is known as pairing or bonding the two devices. When you add a device, one of the devices must be discoverable. Some devices let you turn discovery on and off. When We use Bluetooth to connect two computers, the computer that is added as a device must have discovery turned on. Turn on discovery by using the Options tab in Bluetooth Devices.

Steps to take on the computer:-

Start> Run>type bthprops.cpl>Ok

click Add in Bluetooth Settings>

In the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard>select the My device is set up and ready to be found check box>Next>Once you click Next, the search begins for any devices within range that are discoverable>Select the device>Next

After selecting the device, you have an option to enter a passkey for the device. This is a code used to control device access. In some cases the device will not require a passkey. Note that not all devices use or require a passkey for the pairing process,but HID don't require passkeys.
The passkey for the connection is valid for only 30 seconds.

Steps to take on the device:-
When the passkey has been verified, or the connection established without a passkey, the connection is complete. At this point, the device should be visible on the original computer.
In this case, you will see the computer name of the Windows XP computer that was added as a device.

Joining a Personal Area Network (PAN)
1]Click the Join a Personal Area Network option in the Bluetooth taskbar icon menu
2]Double-click the Bluetooth Network Connection icon in the Network Connections under Control Panel
3]Click View Bluetooth network devices in the Network Tasks pane in Network Connections

How to add Modem:-
1]Start>Run>type telephon.cpl>OK.

2]On the Modems tab>Add>Bluetooth Device dialog box opens.

3]select a Bluetooth device to use as a modem.


How to add a Printer:-
Select A Bluetooth printer in the Add Printer Wizard, the computer searches for Bluetooth printers. When it locates a printer, select it to install. To install the printer, install drivers for the printer.When the printer is installed, the printer port appears as a Bluetooth virtual printer port on the Ports tab of the printer's Properties dialog box.

How to send a File:-
Start>Run>Type %windir%\system32\fsquirt.exe>Ok>Next>Select Send a file>Browse where you want to send>Next>When the receiving computer or device is ready to receive the file, click Next.

How to receive a File:-
Start>Run>Type %windir%\system32\fsquirt.exe>Ok>Next>Select Receive a file>Next>You receive a "Windows is waiting to receive the file" message>On the sending computer, click Next to start the transfer>On the Save the received file page, type the name of the file in the File name box, click Browse to select the location where you want to save the file, and then click Next

Very Useful Helpfiles:-

Help and Support: hcp://system/HomePage.htm
Here in the search dialog box type 'Bluetooth' and look for the followings:-
Install a Bluetooth mobile phone
Install a Bluetooth keyboard
Install a Bluetooth mouse
Install a Palm handheld computer using Bluetooth technology
Install a Pocket PC using Bluetooth technology
Change Bluetooth settings

Some great Non MS links:-
History of Bluetooth
The Official Bluetooth® Wireless Info Site
Howstuffworks "How Bluetooth Works"
http://www.jonsguides.com/bluetooth/index.html

MS links:-
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/883259#41

Those Annoying Problems Of Windows Update

You Can't download any updates:-
Resolution :-
Open command prompt and type in the following commands:-
net stop cryptsvc>ENTER
ren %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 oldcatroot2>ENTER
net start cryptsvc >ENTER

SP2 download failed:-
Resolution:-
Some log files you can check for any clues or error messages:%windir%\WindowsUpdate.log (if you install SP2 from WU)%windir%\Svcpack.log%windir%\setupapi.log

Windows Update Site Lists Updates That You Already Installed( keep getting in a loop about needing to update the software):-
Resolution:-
1]Either visit Windows Update site,let it scan for updates and again download and install the updates.
2]Through the registry edit-
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;EN-US;Q319109


There are no updates available at this time" message:-
When you visit Windows Update site it scans 100% but get the above message.
Resolution:-
Open Internet Explorer>Tools>Internet Options>Click the Languages" button>Make sure at least one language is listed in the "Language Options" dialog

Scan Hangs at 0%:-
Resolution:-
Try this Windows Update Scan for Updates Stops Responding at 0%

There are no Accept or Agree button for the EULA in Windows Update:-
Resolution:-
Right click the Desktop>Properties>click Settings tab,>click Advanced button>Set dpi to 96dpi Or press Tab key.

Not a valid win32 application:-
Resolution:-
Re-download the update.
Make sure that you are downloading a 32 bit update not a 64 bit.

"Windows Update was disabled by your system administrator" error message:-
Resolution:-
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=326686

Active X error when attempting to use Windows Update:-
Resolution:-
Check the Security setting of Internet Explorer.Set it to 'Default Level'.
Tools>Internet Options>Security tab>Default Level>ok

windows update v5 freezing:-
Resolution:-

Start>Run>regsvr32 wuapi.dll>ok
Start>Run>regsvr32 wups.dll>ok
Start>Run>regsvr32 wuaueng.dll>ok
Start>Run>regsvr32 wucltui.dll>ok
Start>Run>regsvr32 msxml3.dll>ok


A blank page appears when you use Windows Update:-
Resolution:-

Start>Run>In the Run box, type regsvr32 jscript.dll>Click OK.


Need to enable Userdata for this feature error when trying to save in Advanced Setings:-
Resolution:-

Start Internet Explorer. >Tools >Internet Options.
Select the Security tab >Select the Internet Web zone icon.
To adjust the security level, click Custom Level.
Under Miscellaneous enable Userdata persistence.
The Are you sure you want to change the security settings for this zone dialog box opens.
Click Yes.
Click OK.

Clicking History you get a blank page:-
Resolution:-
1.Start Internet Explorer.
2. Use the Tools menu to press Pop-up Blocker and Pop-up Blocker Settings.
3. Type http://v5.windowsupdate.microsoft.com into the Address of Web site to allow box and press Add.
4. Press Close

When clicking a link on the View Installation History page, you see the home page within the main window.:-
Resolution:-
Start. >Run>In the Run box, type regsvr32 URLMON.dll.>Click OK.

Error on Page Line 130 Char 5:-
Resolution:-
Start > Run.>In the Run box, type regsvr32 URLMON.dll>Click OK.

When clicking a link, you see the HTTP Error 500 - Internal Server Error, Error 0x8ddd0010:-

These behaviors are caused by the pop-up blocker in SP2, or a 3rd party pop-up blocker.
Resolution:-
1.Start Internet Explorer.
2. Use the Tools menu to press Pop-up Blocker and Pop-up Blocker Settings.
3. Type http://v5.windowsupdate.microsoft.com into the Address of Web site to allow box and press Add.
4. Press Close.

Error:-0x800A0046
Resolution:-
Click Control Panel. >Administrative Tools> Computer Management.
Expand Local Users and Groups.
Select Users.
Open the account used to access Windows Update.
Click the Member Of tab.
Highlight the user account you want to remove and click Remove.

0x80248011 SUS_E_DS_UNABLE_TO_START
Resolution:-
Clear the Internet Explorer cache.Delete all temporary internet files,cookies as well as offline contents.

0x80072EE7 ERROR_INTERNET_NAME_NOT_RESOLVED:-
Resolution:-
check the Proxy/Firewall settings

0x80072EE7 ERROR_INTERNET_NAME_NOT_RESOLVED:-
Resolution:-
There may be problem with DNS Server,try with another DNS server

Know How :-

What's New on Windows Update
When you install Windows XP SP2, you may be asked to upgrade to the latest version of Windows Update. Here's why.

Where windows update temporarily store in SP2?
There is no WUTemp folder like XP SP1 in XPSP2.To view:- Start>Run>%windir%\SoftwareDistribution\Download\>ok

How to save Windows updates on CD or Hard Drive:-
Check it here:-http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=323166

Microsoft Windows Update Troubleshooter

Slipstreaming XP SP2

What is Slipsreaming?
This is a way to integrate Service Pack 2 in to Windows XP installation point that may be on CD or a network share.

What is the main advantage of slipstreaming?
It is a way of installing Service Pack 2 with the original installation.Thus you don't have to waste your time bty installing the service pack separetely.

Is there any potential pitfall?
Yes.You can not uninstall Service Pack as the whole thing is integrated with the original opertaing system.

Installing Windows XP Professional Integrated with a Service Pack on a network distribution share:-

1]Connect to the network or computer on which you want to create the distribution folder.

2]Create a distribution folder named WinXP\PRO, type: mkdir E:\WinXP\PRO

3]Insert the XP PRO CD into the CD-ROM drive, and then copy the contents of the CD to the distribution folder ;thus to copy the CD content to the distribution folder named WinXP\PRO, type: xcopy D:\ E:\WinXP\PRO /e

4]Apply Service Pack 2 located in the Sevice Pack CD,present in the CD-ROM drive to the Windows XP Professional installation files located in the distribution folder named WinXP\PRO, type: D:\XPSP2.exe /integrate:E:\WinXP\PRO

5]After setup integrates the service pack files with Windows XP, Windows XP Professional can be deployed to users' computers from the network distribution share in attended or unattended mode.

Links For Slipstreaming XP SP2:-
Slipstreaming Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (winsupersite)
Neowin Guide : Slipstream SP2
MSFN's Unattended XP CD

After XP SP2 Installation

1]If you want to keep the Windows XP Service Pack, it is safe to delete the uninstall files.These may be hidden files.
2]To view:Go to C:\WINDOWS>TOOLS>FOLDER OPTIONS>VIEW>"Show hidden files and folders">OK
3]Go to C:\WINDOWS and delete "$NTServicePackUinistall$"
4]Open Add/Remove Programs>delete the shortcut[xp sp2]
5]Delete uninstall files( "$NTUninstall********")for the updates in the same way.
6]The file "C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download" may also be safely deleted
7]But NEVER delete "C:\Windows\ServicePackFiles".

XP SP2 KB Articles

Product Information
835935
Release notes for Windows XP Service Pack 2
837783
Hard Disk Space Requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 2
811113
List of fixes included in Windows XP Service Pack 2
838079
Windows XP Service Pack 2 Support Tools
838080
Windows XP SP2 Deployment Tools
883262
The new language locales that Windows XP Service Pack 2 supports
883792
Frequently asked questions about Windows Security Center
883353
Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 is installed with Windows XP Service Pack 2

Top Support Issues
842242
Some programs seem to stop working after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
843016
How to configure pop-up blocker in Internet Explorer
843017
Description of the IE Information Bar
843018
Images are blocked when you open an e-mail message in Outlook Express on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
843090
Description of the Windows Firewall feature in Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)
870700
How to troubleshoot problems accessing secure Web pages with Internet Explorer 6 Service Pack 2
870702
How to troubleshoot wireless network connections in Windows XP Service Pack 2
875349
How to change your auto update settings using Windows Security Center
875350
How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 2 from your computer
875351
You receive a "Data Execution Prevention" error message in Windows XP Service Pack 2
875352
Detailed description of the data execution prevention feature in Windows XP SP2
875356
How to configure the Windows Firewall feature in Windows XP Service Pack 2
875357
Troubleshooting Windows Firewall settings in Windows XP Service Pack 2

How To Articles
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How To configure Internet Explorer automatic download prompts on your Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
883256
How To manage Internet Explorer add-ons in Windows XP Service Pack 2
878451
How To turn on the Remote Desktop Sharing feature of Windows NetMeeting in Windows XP Service Pack 2
883259
How To install and configure Bluetooth devices in Windows XP Service Pack 2
842844
How To install Windows XP Service Pack 2 by using Systems Management Server
875355
How To use the Automatic Recovery feature to recover your computer if the Windows XP Service Pack 2 Setup program is not completed successfully
870903
How To remotely administer a printer through a network share when you use Windows XP Service Pack 2 in a workgroup environment

Application Compatibility Articles
870890
You cannot modify Windows Firewall settings for an AOL dial-up network connection by using Network Connections in Control Panel in Windows XP Service Pack 2
873173
The Application Center 2000 client snap-in does not display correct health monitor information in Windows XP Service Pack 2
873185
You may not be able to open a project when you try to connect to a remote Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer by using the AutoCAD FTP service
873164
You cannot use Veritas Backup Exec to back up a remote Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
870904
ARCserveIT 6.61 does not successfully back up files that are in the %Windir%\SoftwareDistribution folder of your Windows XP SP2-based computer
870901
"Installation failed: Access is denied" error message when you try to perform a remote installation of Computer Associates eTrust Antivirus 7.0 client software on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
843020
You cannot play licensed media content in Windows Media Player after you remove Windows XP Service Pack 2
870908
Command AntiVirus version 4.62.4 causes an error message on a blue screen in Windows XP Service Pack 2
873165
You cannot use Computer Associates BrightStor ARCServe Backup 9.0 Manager to back up a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer from a remote computer
842701
You may not be able to add Manage Add-ons columns by using only the keyboard in Windows XP Service Pack 2
878472
You receive the "Control ID not found" error message when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 2
870881
You receive an error message when you try to start Money on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
878478
The Gravis GamePad Pro device is not recognized when you install it on a Windows XP-based computer
870905
McAfee Internet Security version 4.0 quits unexpectedly during installation in Windows XP Service Pack 2
870906
McAfee Virusscan Professional version 6.0 quits unexpectedly after you install it on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
883606
Messages in Microsoft Outlook are not sent immediately in Windows XP Service Pack 2
870907
NetZero closes unexpectedly when you start it in Windows XP SP2
870902
You cannot back up the %windir%\SoftwareDistribution folder by using the NovaStor NovaNet-WEB backup program on Windows XP Service Pack 2
870886
"This presentation was optimized for more recent versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer." message when you open a PowerPoint 2002 presentation in Internet Explorer in Windows XP Service Pack 2
873176
You cannot install Paint Shop Pro 8 on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
873179
The JumpStart Preschool - 1st Grade Learning Playground Demo screen does not appear correctly on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
870883
"Cannot load Word for Windows 6.0 files" error message when you try to open the "What's new" file in Quicken on a Windows XP-based computer
870897
SonicWALL Complete Anti-Virus program does not work after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
873152
You occasionally receive a "STOP: 0x000000D1" error message when your Windows XP Service Pack 2 computer resumes from standby
843022
You cannot run executable files or program add-ins that are downloaded by using Internet Explorer or by using Outlook Express on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
870900
SOURCENEXT VirusSecurity2004 real-time monitor does not work correctly on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
873162
You cannot use Legato NetWorker to back up a remote computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
843019
You cannot start Windows Messenger after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
883603
Windows Movie Maker 2.1 is installed on your computer when you install Windows XP SP2

Bluetooth Issues
870701
You cannot add a Bluetooth printer on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
840635
Cannot install a Bluetooth device after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
841803
List of Bluetooth radio drivers that are included in Windows XP SP2
873154
A Bluetooth keyboard or mouse does not work when you start Windows XP Service Pack 2
883258
How to troubleshoot Bluetooth detection and connectivity problems in Windows XP Service Pack 2
870895
You receive a "STOP: 0x000000D5" fatal system error message after you update to Windows XP Service Pack 2 on your Toshiba portable computer
841799
Bluetooth device installation may not work without any notification

Driver Issues
873161
After you install Windows XP Service Pack 2, your computer restarts continuously
883775
Device drivers known to cause instability in Windows XP Service Pack 2
873166
Your computer may unexpectedly stop responding when you try to install modem drivers on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
873171
Roll Back Driver feature in Device Manager does not work after you update a device driver to the Windows XP Service Pack (SP2) version of the device driver
870892
Rollback of the driver in a multi-device scenario results in mismatched Driver and miniport
870891
Third-party device drivers are not restored after you restore the System State data from backup in Windows XP
870896
You receive a "STOP: 0x000000D5" error message when you close an IP Phone connection on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based Toshiba computer
873169
When you install Windows XP Service Pack 2, the USB 2.0 drivers do not appear to update

Setup Issues
883609
"This Service Pack requires the machine to be on AC Power before setup starts" error message when you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
870898
You receive a "Windows XP Setup is incompatible with this version of Windows" error message when you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 on a Hewlett-Packard computer
883356
You receive a "Windows was unable to install the modem" error message when you try to install a modem on your Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
878454
How to help protect your computer if you decide to remove Windows XP Service Pack 2
878459
The Windows Explorer status bar is not visible after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
883791
Explorer.exe repeatedly quits unexpectedly in Windows XP

Miscellaneous Issues
843021
Programs or services that use the Alerter service or the Messenger service do not work as expected after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
873160
You may receive a 7391 error message in SQLOLEDB when you run a distributed transaction against a linked server after you install Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
875362
The Computer Browser service does not start and event ID 7024 is logged when you restart your Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
870894
You receive a "Delayed Write Failed" error message in Windows XP Service Pack 2
883257
Description of plain text mode in Outlook Express in Windows XP Service Pack 2
878471
Some DVD movies are blocked although the DVD movie rating is allowed on a Windows XP Media Center Edition Service Pack 2-based computer
883608
You receive an error message when you add a reference to a COM object in Visual Studio .NET after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
840633
Event ID 612 appears in the security log every time that you restart Windows XP Service Pack 2
883613
Outlook Express automatically downloads external content when you reply to a message or forward a message on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
873158
The Help and Support Center does not run when the Data Execution Protection feature is turned on in Windows XP Service Pack 2
883605
New features of the Scheduled Tasks Control Panel item that are included in Windows XP Service Pack 2
870703
Known issues with the client administrative tools in Windows XP SP2
878461
Pictures do not appear as expected, or you receive an error message when you open an HTML file on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
878468
You receive an "An error occurred while sending a message to " error message when you run the net send command to send a message to a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
873153
Your screen reader software may not function if you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 by using OOBE
870704
Peer-to-peer networking programs do not work as expected in Windows XP Service Pack 1
841802
Phone Dialer calls are immediately disconnected in Windows XP
843015
Pop-up windows appear with Pop-up Blocker turned on in Windows XP Service Pack 2
870705
Remote Storage Service recall notifications will no longer operate in XPSP2
841804
RIP Listener does not update the route table with new route information
883261
You are prompted to accept or reject certain Windows Messenger files in Windows XP Service Pack 2
883355
You cannot use an MP3 or WMA file as the background sound for an e-mail message in Outlook Express
878467
Your Windows XP-based computer does not resume from standby when you move your USB mouse or press a key on your USB keyboard
870893
USB device does not function after connecting device to Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
883607
Web server functionality may not work correctly after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
883611
You have to specify certain Group Policy settings before you can remotely administer Resultant Set of Policy (RSoP) or remotely edit local Group Policy objects in Windows XP Service Pack 2
840634
You receive an "Access denied" or "The network path was not found" error message when you try to remotely manage a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2