Uninstall Windows XP SP2

Service Pack 2 for Windows XP contains new features and also fixes several security vulnerabilities. However, compatibility problems may occur with certain programs, so Microsoft has published this guide to completely uninstall the SP2.

If your PC is having problems with incompatibilities with software that worked properly before installing SP2, it is first advised to consult the trick Delete incompatibilities due to SP2! Before you rush to the method explained below.

To remove SP2 without leaving residues, it is recommended to apply the following methods in the order in which they are presented.

• Use the Add or Remove Programs in Control Panel.
• Using the hidden folder $ NtServicePackUninstall $
• Using the System Restore process
• Use the Recovery Console

Using the Add or Remove Programs in Control Panel

1. Click Start, click Run, type appwiz.cpl in the Open box, then click OK.
2. Check the box Show updates.
3. Click Service Pack 2 Windows XP, and then click Delete.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to remove the Windows XP Service Pack 2.

Using the hidden folder $ NtServicePackUninstall $

1. Click Start, click Run, type c: \ windows $ NtServicePackUninstall $ \ spuninst \ spuninst.exe in the Open box, then click OK.
2. Once the wizard Remove Service Pack 2 Windows XP starts, click Next.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to remove the Windows XP Service Pack 2.

Using System Restore process

1. Click Start, click Run, type% SystemRoot% \ System32 \ restore \ rstrui.exe in the Open box, then click OK.
2. Click Restore my computer to an earlier time, and then click Next.
3. Click on the date on which you installed Service Pack 2 Windows XP, and then click Install Windows XP Service Pack 2 in the Restore Point.
4. Click Next, then follow the instructions that appear on the screen to remove the Windows XP Service Pack 2.

Using the Recovery Console
If you can not remove Service Pack 2 Windows XP by using one of the previous methods, follow these steps:

1. Insert the boot disk in Windows XP the floppy disk drive or insert the Windows XP CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, then restart your computer. When the following message appears, press any key to boot your computer from the Windows XP CD-ROM: Note: Your computer must be configured to boot from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM.For more information about how to configure your computer to boot from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, see the documentation that came with your computer or contact the manufacturer of your computer.
   
2. When the message "Welcome!" appears, press R to start the Recovery Console.
   
3. Select your installation of Windows XP. This installation is typically C: \ Windows.
   
4. Enter Admin Password when prompted. If you do not have an administrator password, press ENTER.
   
5. At the command prompt, type cd $ NtServicePackUninstall $ \ spuninst, and then press ENTER.
   
6. Warning: After you complete this step, you can not stop the removal process. At the command prompt, type batch Spuninst.txt, and then press ENTER.
   
7. Once the removal process is complete, type exit, and then press ENTER.
   
8. Restart your computer.
   
   Important: When your computer restarts, Windows Explorer (Explorer.exe) does not run and you must do the following:
   
   
   • Press CTRL + ALT + DELETE to start Task Manager.
   • Click the Applications tab, then click New Task.
   • In the Open box, type regedit, and then click OK.
   • Locate the registry subkey and then click the following:
   • HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\RpcSs HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ System \ CurrentControlSet \ Services \ RpcSs
   • Right-click on ObjectName, click Modify, type LocalSystem in the Value data.
   • Restart your computer.
   
   
9. Use one of these methods to remove the Windows XP Service Pack 2 from your computer.

Note: Before you want to uninstall SP2, please keep in mind that it fixes many security flaws.Its deletion may compromise the security of your machine. In this case, it is advisable to check the security updates on Windows Update.