Windows XP SP3 Available

[kimsland]

When my update has XP SP3 i'll read the benefits and needs first

Well when it becomes an automatic critical update, 99% of users will get it.
The 1% is for users, like you, that do manual updates when you decide.
But if you decide against it, then you won't get any future updates, until you do install SP3.
ie You must do it inevitably anyway. (I'm sure that'll start a debate)

 

[STEALTH429]

any news on this much awaited event in history? the last chapter of xp....

 

[SNGX1275]

Should be out tomorrow.

 

[Bobbye]

Dated 4/29/2008

Microsoft delays release of Windows XP SP3
Microsoft said it had wrapped up development of the update, but a compatability issue with Dynamics RMS is forcing a delay in availability

http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/04/29/Microsoft-delays-release-of-Windows-XP-SP3_1.html

Think of all that time and effort wasted worrying about how soon it would come out!

 

[raybay]

I have a message from Microsoft that Service Pack 3 will be out today, April 29. I don't know if that is because I have a membership in their TechNet or not... as that was released April 23.
Updated April 23, 2008

Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) stand-alone is now available for download. Windows XP SP3 includes all previously released updates for the operating system, in addition to a small number of new updates. Windows XP SP3 will not significantly change the Windows XP experience.

Installation media and documentation on disc for Windows XP SP3 may sometimes refer to Windows XP SP2. Windows XP SP2 installation guide instructions apply to Windows XP SP3.

"Subscribers Get Windows XP Service Pack 3

* Windows XP Service Pack 3 stand-alone version
Top Subscriber Downloads section

Non-subscribers:

Windows XP SP3 will be available to non-subscribers on 4/29 via Windows Update and Microsoft Download Center."

So it appears to me it is out, but I cannot find it at the site Microsoft listed.

 

[NFSFAN]

Hey guys, if you want to slipstream the Corporate edition of XP "WXPVOL_EN", make sure that you do not do this in Vista. It has to be done on a XP installation or it will not accept your VLK key when you type it in the setup. I am not sure if this applies to the other editions of XP like Professional and Home, but I would only slipstream on XP. I have experienced problems when doing so on Vista. The slipstreaming can also be done through VM Ware with a XP installation. I also reccommend that you use the XP SP0 Disk (Original Disk) to slipstream over.

 

[captaincranky]

I have a message from Microsoft that Service Pack 3 will be out today, April 29. I don't know if that is because I have a membership in their TechNet or not... as that was released April 23.
Updated April 23, 2008

Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) stand-alone is now available for download. Windows XP SP3 includes all previously released updates for the operating system, in addition to a small number of new updates. Windows XP SP3 will not significantly change the Windows XP experience.

Installation media and documentation on disc for Windows XP SP3 may sometimes refer to Windows XP SP2. Windows XP SP2 installation guide instructions apply to Windows XP SP3.

"Subscribers Get Windows XP Service Pack 3

* Windows XP Service Pack 3 stand-alone version
Top Subscriber Downloads section

Non-subscribers:

Windows XP SP3 will be available to non-subscribers on 4/29 via Windows Update and Microsoft Download Center."

So it appears to me it is out, but I cannot find it at the site Microsoft listed.

Stupid Question; Can this update be made by just installing the differential files?

Has activation been eliminated?

 

[NFSFAN]

I am not sure if activation has been eliminated, because on corporate editions, you don't need to activate. It is reccommended that you do a clean install of sp3. Reformat, and install clean from a slipstreamed cd.

 

[Bobbye]

Read the news articles. SP3 did NOT come out today and the release date has not be reset.

TechSpot
Microsoft Again Delays Windows XP SP3 Release
InformationWeek, NY - 2 hours ago
Though this delay will likely be short, it's the latest in a series of postponements to Windows XP SP3, which was delayed in early 2006 until 2007 and then ...
Microsoft delays release of Windows XP SP3 Computerworld
Microsoft delays release of Windows XP SP3 InfoWorld
Windows XP SP3 Delayed as Death Nears -- or Maybe Not NewsFactor Network
CBC.ca - IT Business Edge
all 86 news articles » MSFT

Google News: http://tinyurl.com/48egu8

You're going to have to note the dates carefully- today, 4/29/08 says "delayed."

 

[NFSFAN]

I already got the RTM of SP3...

 

[Bobbye]

I think the reference here is meant to be Final Release. Yes, the beta versions have been around for a while. I don't encourage anyone to get beta software unless they are beta testers!

 

[NFSFAN]

You can get the RTM of SP3 officialy from Microsoft. Link:
http://www.download.windowsupdate.c..._c81472f7eeea2eca421e116cd4c03e2300ebfde4.exe

 

[zipperman]

Nuff Said.

Windows® XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) includes all previously released updates for the operating system. This update also includes a small number of new functionalities, which do not significantly change customers’ experience with the operating system. This white paper summarizes what is new in Windows XP SP3.
================== Date Published: 4/1/2008
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...BB4F56F5110&displaylang=en#QuickInfoContainer

I don't think "I" need it."

 

[raybay]

The final release has already been mailed to two groups. It is supposed to be available to other Windows XP users by midnight.

 

[zipperman]

Click my link,it's there now.Didn't you at least go there ?

 

[mailpup]

It's not there yet. At your link we can download an overview of Service Pack 3 but not Service Pack 3 itself.

 

[raybay]

As of three hours ago, it wasn't there. We checked at 5 p.m. Arizona time.

 

[zipperman]

Thats right,I didn't want it so i didn't look for the download option.
10:45 EDT.
But i hope it explains if you need it.Everyone is so worried about this.
Amen

 

[kimsland]

I just went to Windows Update (April 30th) using Express and also using Custom

On both occasions Windows XpSP3 was not available in the list

Quote from here: http://www.macobserver.com/article/2008/04/29.12.shtml

Microsoft has delayed the Web release of Windows XP SP3, scheduled for today, due to an incompatibility found with Microsoft Dynamics Retail Management System (RMS) and Vista SP1.

A Microsoft spokesperson told TMO on Tuesday:

"In the last few days, we have uncovered a compatibility issue between Microsoft Dynamics Retail Management System (RMS) and Windows XP SP3 and Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1). Microsoft Dynamics RMS is a retail chain management solution for small and midsize customers.

In order to make sure customers have the best possible experience we have decided to delay releasing Windows XP SP3 to Windows Update and Microsoft Download Center. To help protect our customers, we plan to put filtering in place shortly to prevent Windows Update from offering both service packs to systems running Microsoft Dynamics RMS. Once filtering is in place, we expect to release Windows XP SP3 to Windows Update and Download Center.

Until we have published a fix for this issue, we advise Microsoft Dynamics RMS customers to not install either service pack. Microsoft Dynamics RMS customers running Windows XP SP3 or Windows Vista SP1 should contact Microsoft Customer Support Services for additional information.

The fix is currently in testing and will be available as soon as that process is complete."

For more information, visit Microsoft's TechNet Forum.

 

[techflame23]

sp3

No SP3 as of yet.What day is it supposed to be released on?

 

[kimsland]

April 29th !

But due to the delay (please read my post ^ I just posted).
MS are trying to resolve an error (already) with it.
Expected fix time. ASAP or as soon as they fix the fault.

 

[zipperman]

Checking your system

I just went to Windows Update (April 30th) using Express and also using Custom

On both occasions Windows XpSP3 was not available in the list

Quote from here: http://www.macobserver.com/article/2008/04/29.12.shtml

Did you not notice that your OS was being checked,
(Blue running line}
then listed "YOUR" Updates.You either have it or don't need it.
It wasn't listed for my XP.It's mainly for 2000 and MSOffice.

 

[kimsland]

zipperman what the heck are you talking about?
Sometimes I don't know

Anyway yes Windows Updates thankfully check if I have it installed already.
Umm, no I don't, does anyone?

As for 2000 and Office (possibly SP3 for office) I don't want that.

 

[zipperman]

Have a good look

Thats all this update is for,
The Office 2000 Service Pack 3 (SP3) provides the latest product updates to Office 2000 and offers you the highest levels of performance and security available for Office 2000 ...

http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/04/29/Microsoft-delays-release-of-Windows-XP-SP3_1.html

www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=5C011C70-47D0-4306-9FA4-8E92D36332FE...

 

[zipperman]

I Don't

zipperman what the heck are you talking about?
Sometimes I don't know

Anyway yes Windows Updates thankfully check if I have it installed already.
Umm, no I don't, does anyone?

As for 2000 and Office (possibly SP3 for office) I don't want that.

This is what I have and is or will be available For XP Home.