Windows XP SP2

[tbu3]

Are there any issues in installing service pack 2 in my windows xp home edition for an R51? What are the benefits I get just in case I decide to install it?

[sugo]

Can't speak for R51 as I don't have one. The SP2 upgrade worked fine for many T series users.

SP2 provides better security and has tons of bug fixes:

http://support.microsoft.com/default.as ... S%3B811113

To me the biggest advantage is vastly improved Wireless LAN configuration panel. I have all the security center / windows firewall disabled.

[K. Eng]

I installed SP2 on my T40 with no problems. I installed it mainly for the security fixes.

[MadeInJapan]

I have upgraded to SP2 on both a T30 and T22 with no issues. Yes, the wireless is easier...I have all firewalls enabled and it still connects right up for the most part.

[selvan777]

It seems to me that the issues only arise and affect those who don't update their current software prior to installing SP2, not the computer type or model.

[RRHODY]

Can you, or should you, install SP2 using Safe Mode?
Other than having all drivers and BIOS updated, and nothing running, are there other tips BEFORE installing SP2?

[selvan777]

I don't know if you can or should do it safe mode but I wouldn't. Aside from the drivers and bios being up-to-date, you should also do the same for all software installed, whether you use or not.

[jeeva]

I have installed SP2 on R51, there are no issues, a little tip: don't use Windows to configure the w-lan, use IBM Access Connections instead, it is better implemented in the profiling system of IBM Access Connections, but it does not depend on it.