: Use 7-Zip to extract W2K Extended Kernel 3.0e.7z . Run the Installer : Open the folder and locate the Extended Kernel executable. Follow the prompts and choose Default Settings when asked.
: A system reboot is mandatory to initialize the new kernel files. Running Modern Software W2K Extended Kernel 3.0e.7z
I managed getting Extended Kernel working on Windows 2000 RTM! : Use 7-Zip to extract W2K Extended Kernel 3
Once installed, you can attempt to run newer applications. Some tips from Vintage2000 include: W2K Extended Kernel 3.0e.7z
: If your processor is older than a Pentium 3, ensure you check the "no SSE2" option.