XP installation error

From: Josh (lowedown13_at_msn.com)
Date: 08/28/04 

Date: Sat, 28 Aug 2004 00:31:24 -0700

I am upgrading to XP on my computer. INstallation will
finish adn my computer freezes with 3-min. left in
filing. Then a meesage says "syntax error in manifet"
and gives a file name. Is there any way to get my
computer operational?