Help! Can't install HoMM2 on XP...

[MoxManiac]

Hey all,

I tried to install HoMM2 on XP SP2 last night, but it was a no go. I could swear I ran this fine on XP years ago.

The CD autoplays fine and the menu comes up, but when I click on install, nothing happens, or it freezes. I tried going into the CD directory and running setup manually but the same thing happens - i.e. nothing.

Actually, I did get the setup bar/window to pop up once or twice; but it stays at 0% and freezes.

I've tried every compatability mode XP offers, no luck. How are people running this game on XP?

My HoMM2 disc is from the original run, and I also have the PoL expansion.

Thanks

[MistWeaver]

Mine H2 Gold installs fine on XP:SP2.

Have you tried both setups ?

CD:\setup.exe
CD:\_setup\setup.exe


EDIT:

Anyhow, you can extract H2 from setup files manualy with this software:

http://snoopy81.ifrance.com/snoopy81/dl ... ack231.zip

[MoxManiac]

I will try that when I get home. That program you provided should do the trick if all else fails.

Thank you so much!

[MistWeaver]

I will try that when I get home. That program you provided should do the trick if all else fails.

Thank you so much!

Yes, it definitely should. Ive tested. And feel free to ask, if you'll have questions about working with it.

[MoxManiac]

Strange, turning off anti-virus software fixed everything. Got it installed, seems to run great on XP, thank god.

Thanks again for the help!