A30 does not start: missing file

My A30 laptop will not load windows because the following file is missing or damaged.

\System32\hal.dll.

It is not currently connected to the internet, which should rule out a virus, and it has worked very well before receiving this message. (except occasional overheating)

I have loaded the system Toshiba Recovery disk, but am not sure how I can replace this individual file without wiping the entire system, or if the file I need is same on this disc (otherwise I guess I'll have to the windows XP disk?)

Any help would be appreciated, soon. MattPope

[Edited by: admin August 10 05 20:26]

Hi Frank,.

The hard drive on your A30 is below the optical drive. You will need to remove it first to get access to the hard drive.

Optics drice is owned by a single screw (F5) on the bottom of your laptop. Remove the screws and the optical drive can be slid out of its compartment.

The hard disk is then visible held by four screws.

HTH

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