Help start the old computer system32/hal.dll error not installed bugs not working-

I want to transfer files from your old computer to new computer with Vista Easy Transfer.  In an attempt to start former computer, received the system32\hal.dll error.  I followed the instructions to fix proglem reboot, press / hold down f8, etc., but that has not worked.  I could reinstall the operating system Microsoft Windows XP Professional, including Service Pack 1. But if I do then I lose all files, documents, photos, everything from the old computer... at least, I think it's going to happen.  Can you tell me what are my options to ensure that I don't lose any of my data.

This behavior can occur if one or some of the following conditions are true:

By default in the [Boot Loader] section of the Boot.ini file is missing or invalid.

Windows XP is not installed in the location specified in the Boot.ini file.

The Ntoskrnl.exe file is missing or damaged.

The path of partition in the Boot.ini file is not set correctly.

General failure.

The article below should help you solve this problem.

Error message: "Windows did not start because of a configuration of the disk of the computer problem.

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/314477

You must have a Windows XP installation disk to perform the steps listed in the article above.

Hope this helps

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