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Tagalong
2006-01-11, 20:42
For several months and a bunch of attempts, each time I try to update the process stops and I see the words "Bad Checksum" where the update file was and I'm unable to download the file.
I'm using Windows XP, Spybot S&D v1.3
Any info will be appreciated,
Thanks

md usa spybot fan
2006-01-11, 20:55
"Bad Checksum" problems are usually caused by overloaded download servers.

To change download servers and for a workaround for "Bad Checksum" errors please see:
http://forums.spybot.info/showpost.php?p=345&postcount=2

Note: The download server can be changed after the "Search for Updates" and before clicking "Download Updates". So if you find a server that works well, you can start by using that server in the future. Also note that if you want (not necessarily recommended) you can select a server and then right on the button and "Set this server as the preferred download location". If you do that Spybot will select that sever rather than a random server for future updates.

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You should consider upgrading to Spybot 1.4.

There are four (4) download sites for Spybot-S&D 1.4 here:
Mirror Selection – The home of Spybot–S&D!
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/mirrors/index.html

Uninstall Spybot-S&D 1.3: FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
How to uninstall?
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/faq/27.htmlInstall Spybot-S&D 1.4:
Execute spybotsd14.exe download above.
Do not change the default installation path of:C:\Program Files\Spybot - Search & Destroy
Make sure that you update Sptbot-S&D 1.4 before running a scan.

Tagalong
2006-01-12, 05:10
Thanks for the great info and the links md. I wondered about upgrading to v1.4. I'll give it a try.
Tagalong

Tagalong
2006-01-12, 22:45
md usa spybot fan,

FYI I upgraded to V1.4 and followed your instructions.. it worked well.
Thanks again,
Tagalong