I have an installation disk that is failing to install because one of the cab files has an error. How can I copy all of the files on the disk EXCERPT the offending cab file to a folder on my desktop. I want to rebuild the installation disk and that particular file I am not going to install anyway. Bill William Lockie

You cannot copy & rebuild installation disc that have CRC errors. The copy command cannot read it for accurate copying. The installation disc must be recopied or re-procured from the source of origin. i_Xp/VistaUser

Just manually copy each folder/file that doesn't have a problem. It's a long tedious job, but there is no easy way, that I know of. Note that CAB files are normally very large and can have hundreds (even thousands) of files inside.

Have you tried any cd recovery tools? http://www.snapfiles.com/reviews/cd... Before posting try google. Backup. Use anti virus software.

Hi Bill, You didn't specify if this installation disk is a Windows disk or some other installation disk. If it's not Windows, just use the search option in Windows and type *.cab, then copy and paste all but the offending .cab file to the destination of your choosing. However, if it is a Windows install disk I would heed XpUser's advice. Internalrage

http://www.roadkil.net/unstopcp.html

Ok, I am fixed now. I was able to use the Roadkill (unstopcd) program to copy all but the corrupted file to a desktop folder. Then I used "CD Recovery Tool Box" to fix 4 of the five bad files and put them in the desktop folder. Then I searched and found the 5th file on the internet and installed it to the desktop folder. Then I used Nero to make a data file. And finally tested it by installing O"fficeXp 2002" to my computer without a glitch. All is well. Bill William Lockie