How to Install the Windows XP Service Pack 2 Without Validation
- 1). Click "Start," open "Programs" and open "Internet Explorer."
- 2). Click "Tools" and click "Internet Options."
- 3). Click "Programs" and click "Manage Add-Ons."
- 4). Click each "Windows Genuine Advantage" add-on in the list and select "Disable."
- 5). Click "Start," "Programs" and "Windows Update" to redownload and install SP2.
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