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SXS.DLL Syntax errors on windows xp install

Anonymous
2011-04-14T12:01:34+00:00

I purchased a windows xp home edition upgrade years ago & my cd has become damaged. I get a SXS.DLL syntax error now, is it possible to get a replacement cd from microsoft ?

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  1. Anonymous
    2013-02-23T15:27:57+00:00

    Microsoft no longer supports, nor does it, offer Windows XP.  However, I have had some luck with reviving scratched disks in the past by using a very soft lint free cloth and (believe this or not) a car polish called NuFinish.  It has a very mild abrasive and works well for me.  Just do not rub hard. and use in a circular motion from the middle of the disk outward.

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  1. Anonymous
    2011-04-15T02:57:03+00:00

    Hi RobertMcClelland,

    Windows XP is no longer supported, please refer the link below

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/products/lifecycle

    You may follow the steps mentioned in the article below to perform  flat Windows XP installation

    Windows XP Setup Cannot Continue

    http://support.microsoft.com/kb/812247

    You may want to refer the article below

    How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs, and replace product manuals

    http://support.microsoft.com/kb/326246

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  1. Anonymous
    2011-04-16T10:30:34+00:00

    Hi RobertMcClelland,

     

    Windows XP is no longer supported, please refer the link below

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/products/lifecycle

     

    You may follow the steps mentioned in the article below to perform  flat Windows XP installation

    Windows XP Setup Cannot Continue

    http://support.microsoft.com/kb/812247

     

    You may want to refer the article below

     

    How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs, and replace product manuals

    http://support.microsoft.com/kb/326246

    Thanx for the answer, it was very helpful.   Sincerely  Robert  McClelland

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