XP install, Fatel Error

[jeff1463]

I was installing WIN XP Pro, I got through set up, got through preparing
installation , then got the "Fatal Error"

ERROR
SXS.DLL syntax error in manifest or policy file "D:\I386\asms\1000\MSFT\WINDOWS\GDIPLUS\GDIPLUS.MAN"

One of the components windows needs to continue setup could not be installed.

incorrect function

I am useing a new genuine microsoft WIN XP cd

 

[riekmaharg2]

Someone else had this problem they fixed it by replacing the motherboard, replacing the CD didn't work. You dont have a Gigabyte motherboard by any chance do you.

 

[jeff1463]

no its not a gigabyte. I dont know what it is . I has a Pentium 3 550 mhz

 

[riekmaharg2]

The only thing I can suggest is to try your XP cd in another computer.

 

[raybay]

With a 550 MHz, FSB at 66, PC-100 memory, and Service Pack 2, you need a lot of memory...Then you have issues with your hard drive, perhaps. You are fighting a losing battle with that equipment. Isn't it time to upgrade. You can get a Penitum IV for $100... or a refurbished Dell for not much more... see pcsurplusonline and others.

I would reformat and reinstall, watching every message as you go... I think you will catch the errro.

 

[tweakboy]

Probably mobo incompatibility,,, Definitely not liking something in your box,

 

[jeff1463]

Yeah I got it working. The XP CD I bought is faulty I think. I Installed it with a different XP CD, It worked. and as far as an upgrade, its not my computer ,its one of my kids 1st computer.

thanks for the replies .