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Error code 0x8007054F: could not install SP3 for Windows XP

original title: Error code 0x8007054F: could not install SP3 for Windows XP due to Filec:\windows\system32\drivers\acpi.sys being open or in use by another application. "Internal Error"

I have been trying to install Windows Service Pack3 for Internet Explorer8. When trying to Install this "HIGH-Priority Update", it starts the installation process, then comes up could not Install Windows Service Pack 3 due to File c:\windows\system32\drivers\acpi.sys being open or in use by another application. Internal Error 0x8007054F. The only thing I have running when this occurs is the Internet (where I have to go to get to the update) and the installation progress windows. What do I need to do to get past this problem? Please help me...

 

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Hi,

To work on the issue, refer these methods

Method 1:

Refer the following article.
 
You cannot install some updates or programs
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/822798

Method 2:

Error messages when you try to install Windows XP Service Pack 3: "Service Pack 3 installation did not complete" and "An internal error occurred"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949384

Registry disclaimer:
To do so: Important this section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems might occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you follow these steps carefully. For added protection, back up the registry before you modify it. Then, you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
322756 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756/  )
 
Also refer,
Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717
 
How to troubleshoot an unsuccessful installation of Windows XP Service Pack 3
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950718
 
Hope the information is helpful.

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Last updated October 16, 2023 Views 3,089 Applies to: