If you're not finding anything, you're probably not searching for the right thing. You searching on the entire string? The memory addresses in the string will vary from machine to machine based on the machine config. Try searching for the common terms like Stop 0x0000007e pci.sys. I'd also add XP to narrow the search to stop messages for your OS.
Not sure about the one thing you found but can't imagine how it would be related to slipstreaming SP3 (which is the process of taking 2 inputs: an XP SP2 install disc plus the Service Pack 3 release and merge 'em to create an XP SP3 install disc)
Is more likely a hardware issue somewhere (i know, not easy to narrow down).
Before re-trying the install be sure to disconnect any USB ports or other devices not required for the install.
pci.sys error probably means the CD has XP or SP1 which caused this error on reinstallation, so you need a CD with at least SP2. Read this tutorial. I presume it'll work with SP3 instead of SP2.
Otherwsie, a number of sites are still offering SP2, but doesn't look like Microsoft has it any more. If you absolutely need SP2, just be careful where you download it. ;)
As indicated in my previous post, the problem occurs because the file "pci.sys" on your XP CD won't work with the hardware in your PC. This was aknown problem with XP and SP1 that was fixed in SP2.
Try this: Go here and ask Dell to send you a (free) XP SP2 (or maybe SP3) CD for your system. Also request the Resources CD too. If if you get the SP2 (SP3) CD, you shouldn't have any trouble reinstalling XP. You will need to download all the drivers for your system including the chipset driver and Desktop System Software (if required for your system).
If Dell won't give you the SP2 (SP3) CD, you can slipstream SP3 onto your XP CD using this method (same site as in my previous post, but he's updated it for SP3).
Nothing plugged into the computer except the power cord, System passed onboard hardware diagnostics, do not have CD with Diags for this machine. After Repair and "dirty" reinstall of XP failed, I ran the DOS Debug, Fdisked and and deleted all partitions, Fdisked new partition, Flashed the bios, let XP format, same error. After I put ME on it(that and 98 installs without a problem), I installed Avast antivirus, all scans clean. As I Googled the Stop message, I found this: http://lifehacker.com/386526/slipstream-service-pack-3-into-your-windows-xp-installation-cd, but thats definitly out of my league! Have alreadysearched for just XP,
stop 0x0000007e many many results, will keep looking. Thanks again.
I agree w/RoHe. If, in fact, you're using an XP SP1 install disk (and sounds like you probably are) that could be the problem source.
Here's an easy way to check:
Just look at the files in root directory on the install CD. You should see a README.HTM file. Open it. Then click on where it says Important Information About This Version of Microsoft Windows XP
It will tell you what Service Pack is on the CD. If SP1, you need to get SP2 or SP3
Message Edited by LookinAroundd on 06-15-2008 10:24 PM
Message Edited by LookinAroundd on 06-15-2008 10:42 PM
You guys rock! My Dell XP disk does in fact have SP1 on it, I used the link you provided and requested the SP2 disk and Resource CD from Dell, now am waiting on snail mail. Will repost once I try the XP SP 2 (or 3) installation.
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pci.sys error probably means the CD has XP or SP1 which caused this error on reinstallation, so you need a CD with at least SP2. Read this tutorial. I presume it'll work with SP3 instead of SP2.
Otherwsie, a number of sites are still offering SP2, but doesn't look like Microsoft has it any more. If you absolutely need SP2, just be careful where you download it. ;)
Ron
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As indicated in my previous post, the problem occurs because the file "pci.sys" on your XP CD won't work with the hardware in your PC. This was aknown problem with XP and SP1 that was fixed in SP2.
Try this: Go here and ask Dell to send you a (free) XP SP2 (or maybe SP3) CD for your system. Also request the Resources CD too. If if you get the SP2 (SP3) CD, you shouldn't have any trouble reinstalling XP. You will need to download all the drivers for your system including the chipset driver and Desktop System Software (if required for your system).
If Dell won't give you the SP2 (SP3) CD, you can slipstream SP3 onto your XP CD using this method (same site as in my previous post, but he's updated it for SP3).
Ron
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First of all, thank you for your help!!!
Nothing plugged into the computer except the power cord, System passed onboard hardware diagnostics, do not have CD with Diags for this machine. After Repair and "dirty" reinstall of XP failed, I ran the DOS Debug, Fdisked and and deleted all partitions, Fdisked new partition, Flashed the bios, let XP format, same error. After I put ME on it(that and 98 installs without a problem), I installed Avast antivirus, all scans clean. As I Googled the Stop message, I found this: http://lifehacker.com/386526/slipstream-service-pack-3-into-your-windows-xp-installation-cd, but thats definitly out of my league! Have alreadysearched for just XP,
stop 0x0000007e many many results, will keep looking. Thanks again.
LookinAroundd
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June 16th, 2008 02:00
I agree w/RoHe. If, in fact, you're using an XP SP1 install disk (and sounds like you probably are) that could be the problem source.
Here's an easy way to check:
Just look at the files in root directory on the install CD. You should see a README.HTM file. Open it. Then click on where it says Important Information About This Version of Microsoft Windows XP
It will tell you what Service Pack is on the CD. If SP1, you need to get SP2 or SP3
mdnghtdj
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June 16th, 2008 18:00