Re: sp2 to sp1

John wrote:

Hi

Is there anyway to bring down an sp2 machine to sp1? Possibly by reinstalling from xp sp1 cd on top of a sp2 installation? Ideally I would like to retain all apps during the process if possible.

Thanks

Regards



If SP2 was added as an upgrade then see this link for how to remove it.

How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 2 from your computer
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=875350



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