how can I install XP service pack 1 without web connection. I have downloaded it thro an an external drive on another computer
"I have downloaded it thro an an external drive on another computer"
Hook the external drive up to the computer you want to install SP1 on, copy & paste to your desktop, doubleclick on it to install.You can also use a thumb drive to transfer.
Many thanks for your advice John but I have done this and I am getting a message half way thro' installation that I need to be connected to the web.Obviously I don,t have connection --thats what I'm trying to achieve It suggests there is a way of downloading a version that does not need web support to install--but I cant find it--------any ideas?
Alan
"-but I cant find it--------any ideas?" Yep Alan, I read your post as having downloaded the full version.
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Hopefully you're installing SP1(a) so that you can install SP3? http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/...