Nope, that's the step right after the EULA Agreement.
As far as safemode, it can't load SPTD.sys, and I tried transferring a new SPTD.sys into the right folder, no go.
Anyone ever try the parallel install?
http://www.windowsxphome.windowsrein...exfullpage.htm
Just with XP Pro? I get that "Install Windows Leaving Files Intact" I think that's what I might try next.....