re: generic host problem Monday, August 11, 2003 at 1:45 pm Windows XP Annoyances Discussion Forum Posted by JAMES (4 messages posted) Ok here it is, now 5 people I know are having this happen to them. Here is what I have discovered so far on how to fix it. 1. First of all, you will not get the Error if your not connected to the internet. So those of you who have DSL/Cable connections need to unplug the network cable from your NIC. Dont worry this is only temporary. 2. Now, the Crappy part, you need to re-install windows XP. Dont worry, you wont lose anything. Just pop in the CD in your Drive and let it auto run, Choose "Upgrade" NOT NEW INSTALL! Let it do its thing and your computer will reset and start the install. 3. Now, the Install will detect that you already have windows and ask if you want a "repair installation" be sure you choose this. This is diffrent than the darn "Recovery Console" so dont get them confused. 4. After your done Re-installing windows XP plug your internet back in and go to the "WINDOWS UPDATE" in the start menu. 5. Install the Windows Service Pack 1 (When you choose this it wont let you do any other updates till it is fully installed) 6. After SP1 is installed and the computer has rebooted go back to "Windows Update" and install all of the latest critical updates and service packs. 7. Your Done. A little side note if you dont have a virus scanning software GET ONE!! I use Norton but you can go to: http://housecall.trendmicro.com/ and do the online scan for free. I really hope this helps you guys. Written in response to: re: generic host problem (Chris: Monday, August 11, 2003 at 12:48 pm) There are presently no replies to this message. 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