SP2 Problems

Question

Whenever I install SP2 on my Dimension 4600, I keep having the same problem over and over again.  The installation proceeds very smoothly (this was my first indication that Microsoft had flubbed), and I am able to install SP2 with no problems.  My problems begin whenever I reboot or power up my PC.  Windows will boot up to the desktop and load all of the programs that are set to load on my task bar, but when I try to open a program from the desktop or from my start menu, my computer lags.  It can take literally 10 minutes for it to open up the programs.  The programs on my taskbar run fine and smoothly even while the computer is lagging from the desktop attempt.  I have uninstalled SP2 and reinstalled it (multiple times), I have uninstalled every program that did not come with my computer and reinstalled them with updated versions where possible, and I have not been able to isolate any particular program that seems to be causing this error.  I have updated all of my driver files, and no change has been seen.  I finally got fed up with it and uninstalled SP2.   Has anyone else has a problem like this, and if so, were you able to correct it?

jaymwells · Answer

FWIW I have problems that I believe are similar, but not as advanced.  My machine delays like that at the 'Windows is starting up screen.'  Actually it delays there forever (9 hours the other day). Sadly, I have no idea how to help, but thought you might like a little company for your misery.

simpswr · Answer

I encountered this problem on a pc a client had updated via download . . I took the drive out, salvaged her files and reinstalled XP, with SP2 slipstream and the pc works fine . . in fact, much more nimble according to her.  She did have Norton System Works, which I have found causes many more problems than it cures . . I did not put it back on.   My guess is either the system was choked with spyware prior to sp2.  Did you follow the procedures here?   wrs

Kyrosan · Answer

Ok...I'm 'thinking' I've fixed my problem, although how it fixed it I'm not sure.  AdAware just came out with a new version of their software.  When I updated to that version, my freezing problem went away.  So far it's been a full week with no freezes at all.  Hope this helps anyone else who was having this (or similar) problem.

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