1. Step 1- Insert your Windows XP Cd-Rom, then reboot system
2. As Your system reboots, press the f1, f2 , or f12key (this step let's you boot to your Bios setup)
3. Select your CD-ROM drive as your first boot device
4. Save and exit by pressing f10
5. Once your system boots and all files are loaded you should receive a blue screen with an option to repair or Install
6. Press R for Repair.
7. Choose the windows installation you would like to repair ( usually 1)
8. Type the administrator password or just press enter
9. Type help at the prompt
10. There you will find a list of options and you will have to press enter before you can proceed to the next prompt
11. First type FIXMBR( Corrects Master Boot record), enter Y to approve then type FIXBOOT (Corrects boot files) , enter Y to approve
12. Now type Chkdsk ( Scans drive).
13. Once the scan is done, remove your xp disk and type exit at the prompt and you system will restart.
14. If windows does not start, you will need a technician. :(
This blog was created as a reference and guide to those needing answers to various computer questions. I have been in the Technology arena for more than 13 years and have worked with a vast array of computer systems and software applications. I am also now working in the website development/maintenance arena.If you have any questions, job requests, or comments, I am always willing to answer or receive them.
