Error: "Windows did not start because of an error in the software: load needed DLLS for kernel.

Original title: I HAVE a BLACK SCREEN.  Shows an error message "Windows did not start because of an error in the soft ware: load needed DLLs for kernel."

I can't boot from the hard drive or Operating System CD.  Any ideas on how to start the system to fix the error?

Hi FilippoPosato,
 
This problem may occur if the Hal.dll and Ntoskrnl.exe files are mismatched.
 
To resolve this problem, start your computer from the Windows CD, and then upgrade Windows on-site.
 
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