Alan;
I got this error one time when I was using a cd to which I
slipstream a service pack.
I used the info found here:
http://www.jsiinc.com/SUBF/TIP2900/rh2938.htm
basically says :
"To resolve the problem, replace the TXTSETUP.SIF file, on the first
diskette, with the file from the updated I386 folder"
don't know if this applys to your case case but worth a look.
If you can't boot from the cd, you might try another cd drive.


----- Original Message -----
From: "alan smith" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, February 07, 2005 6:43 AM
Subject: [PCBUILD] no os


>I bought a refurbished DELL desktop, P3  997mhz, 20Gb drive, remnants
> of Win98. I changed to 40Gbdrive, used eraser to clean it, and I'm trying
> to
> install Win2Kpro. I get to the install or repair, click ENTER and I get a
> window
> ".SIF file corrupt or missing, value on the line in section [source disk
> files]
> with key "sp4.cab". Setup cannot continue, pressF3 to quit"...
> Is something missing from DELL because I changed the hard drive ??
> This is my first experience with a DELL pc. Very well built unit.
> Any suggestions appreciated.   Thank you,   AL SMITH

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