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• Windows xp black screen with the cursor

  Windows xp black screen with the cursor

  Hello

  You did it changes on the computer before the problem started?
  You are able to start the computer in safe mode?

  If you cannot start the computer in safe mode , and then follow the steps in the article mentioned below.

  Computer stops responding with a black screen when you start Windows XP:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/314503

  Kind regards
  Afzal Taher - Microsoft technical support.
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• I tried to turn it on and got a black screen which contained mixed with words,

  I went to open the system restore and it wouldn't open completely... so I turned off - minutes later, I tried to power and got a black screen which contained the words jumbled upward, most were unreadable. I pressed the arrow keys to start course and it would return to the jumbled in a few moments later. Part of the message says... Sorry windows could not start properly... windows has been installed at the time of purchase, I don't have a CD for windows

  Hello

  1. Why did you try to open the system restore?

  2. What is the full error message that you receive?

  You can try to arrange for a Windows XP disk that corresponds to the same edition, as it is installed on your computer. Thereafter, follow these methods & check if the problem persists.

  
  Method 1

  You can follow this link & check if the problem persists.

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

  
  Method 2

  You can follow this link and check if the problem persists.

  Computer stops responding with a black screen when you start Windows XP

  Hope the helps of information.
  Please post back and we do know.

• Install and help with black screen / timeout

  I'm pretty new to the scene of the VM and try to configure the ability for my bosses to connect to a virtual desktop, while they travel.  I have setup a Viewserver, a vCenter and a main domain controller.  I send you all the traffic through our firewall through the DMZ in the Viewserver.

  When I test this connection locally from a PC on the same network through the Client view, it seems to work fine.  I have a beautiful office in Windows 7 can be used.  When I leave the office and go to any other Internet connection, I have a login name, provide connection information, and then a black screen and that's where he stays.  In the end (after 15-20 years or more) he told me that the remote connection has been completed.  Short version is it works on the inside, but not outside.

  I have reviewed this error a few messages found and have made several steps such as insurance there is no active internal firewall (will re-enable them and fix them after I understand this), checked the Viewserver can properly search the PDC, the vCenter and so on.

  I'm really stuck here and have tried different things for several days.  That's a lot of your time to test, because it works fine locally, so I have to leave the building and get an external Internet connection to test it out-> in.  I have the public IP address of the Ste of connection on its own domain.

  For the purposes of this question, it is publicip.mydomain.com

  Internally, the machines are set up as:

  PDC 192.168.11.202

  vCenter 192.168.11.203

  Viewsrv 192.168.11.204

  The firewall is DMZ had to 192.168.11.204.

  Any help would be appreciated in the sovereign.

  Thanks for the update.

  If you have double checked these three steps, then it is probably time to use Wireshark to see what is blocking PCoIP in your environment.

  Take a look at this post for more information on this. http://communities.VMware.com/message/1860992#1860992

  You can initially run wireshark on the Client from the view, and then if that does not indicate where the Eastern bloc, then run it on the Security server. Look at just the traffic PCoIP. (4172 TCP and UDP 4172).

  This is how some other people have fixed what you see.

  Select this option.

• What is Windows XP Gamers Edition and Windows XP black edition

  What is Windows XP Gamers Edition and Windows XP black edition

  XP black edition is simply referring to the color of the box.  Depending on what version of xp, it comes, the color of the box have been different.

  If I remember, the black version is for xp ultimate.  While the green version was the original version - I think.   but you get the picture.

  regarding xp edition players.  There is a lot of info on the net.  but stay away from him because he isn't a microsoft product valid / genuine.  You can probably do more research on this topic and find that there are a lot of Russian and Chinese sites promoting.

  authentic products are listed on the right lower side

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/

• Windows 8 black screen and the cursor after the connection

  Hello. I tried to upgrade to 8.1 Windows 8 Windows and it is stuck on like 3% for one hour, so I just rebooted the computer and he returned to Windows 8. I'm going to sleep and come back the next day and go on my laptop and it auto connects me and it goes to a black screen and I only have the slider on the black screen after login. I don't see the start menu, but I receive notifications for as sticky keys or any other notifications lights. I turned off my computer at least 20 times, took out the battery, empty the battery and tried to boot in safe mode with no luck. It is unlikely that it is an internal problem, because if I leave my computer alone for a few minutes, my screen saver photos appear. If anyone can help me solve this problem or help me get in easier safe mode would make things less stressful. I have an Acer Aspire V5 - 571 series. Thank you.

  Hi Roy,

  This problem may occur because of corrupted on the computer boot files.

  I suggest you to perform the checking and automatic repair if this solves the problem.

  If you do not have a DVD of Windows 8, I suggest you check out the link to see how to create an installation of Windows 8 media:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media

  Follow the methods suggested below:

  Method 1:

  Start on the recovery environment using the installation of Windows 8 media.

  Follow the steps below:

  Note: before proceeding further, make sure that the boot priority is set on DVD drive in BIOS. BIOS change / semiconductor (CMOS) to complementary metal oxide settings can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from starting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the configuration of the BIOS/CMOS settings can be solved. Changes to settings are at your own risk.

  • Insert the DVD to install Windows 8 on DVD-ROM and restart your computer.
  • After you start your computer by using the Windows DVD or the system repair disc, a black screen is displayed with the gray text "Press any key to boot from CD or DVD". Press a button on any.
  • Select the type of keyboard and good time.
  • Click repair your computer in the lower left corner.
  • Select Troubleshooting in choose an option screen.
  • In Troubleshooting screen, click Advanced options .
  • Click the automatic repair of the Advanced Options screen.
  • Then choose the operating system.
  • Windows 8 will then pick up questions on the hard drive and check that all required files are intact.

  If the problem persists, proceed to the next method.

  Method 2:

  Follow these steps to perform a system restore:

  • After you start your computer by using the Windows DVD or the system repair disc, a black screen is displayed with the gray text "Press any key to boot from CD or DVD". Press a button on any.
  • Select the type of keyboard and good time.
  • Click repair your computer in the lower left corner.
  • Select Troubleshooting in choose an option screen.
  • In troubleshooting screen, click Advanced options .
  • Select System Restore.

  For reference:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2756559/en-us

  Note: BIOS change / semiconductor (CMOS) to complementary metal oxide settings can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from starting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the configuration of the BIOS/CMOS settings can be solved. Changes to settings are at your own risk.

  Please let us know the results.

• Portege R700 and dockstation, built-in screen starts black

  My laptop is a R700 with a docking station. Windows 7 x 64.

  If I start laptop anchored, can be seen on the external monitor and the built-in lcd screen.
  If I'm undocked stars, starts windows and lcd goes black. It is out for external monitor if I connect one expiration correct lcd.

  Swtiching function keys doesn´t works, as if undertand lcd is correct (but there is only a black lcd screen).
  Updated to the latest version of the video and to change versions (aug2012) we get the same result: black lcd.

  If uninstall video driver and set the driver standard vga works well, but there is no switching function key to use the external monitor.

  Did anyone here with same problem?

  If the video signal has been set to external monitor using Fn + F5, you will need to use this combination of keys again to return to the internal display.

• Windows 7 black screen with the cursor of the mouse in normal mode and safe

  Hi all
  I hope someone can help.
  Laptop downloaded updates and after the restart will only go to a black screen with the mobile mouse cursor.
  This occurs in safe mode, normal mode.
  I tried all variations of safe mode and still the same thing happens.
  Last known configuration does not solve. (i.e. no restoration or image to enter)
  Using the vista win7 dvd upgrade or a linux dvd and screen appears as you expect his obvious system is very good.
  I tried the options on ctrl alt del, ctrl shift esc etc etc, but I cannot go into Control Panel, or a any part of the win7 GUI.
  Best I can do is access via the command-line... any thoughts on how to fix?

  Hello

  Welcome to Microsoft Windows 7 answers Forum!

  You can try the following steps and check whether the problem is resolved.

  You can disconnect all external devices except the keyboard and mouse and check if you are able to boot to the desktop and check.

  I also recommend what to do the Startup Repair. Follow these steps:

  To perform a Startup Repair follow these steps:

  1. Insert the DVD of Windows 7 and restart the computer.

  2. when we are asked to press a key to boot from the DVD, please press enter or the SPACEBAR.

  3. choose your language settings, and then click Next.

  4. click on repair your computer.

  5. Select the operating system you want to repair, and then click Next.

  6. in the System Recovery Options menu, click Startup Repair. Startup Repair can invite you to make choices as it tries to solve the problem, and if necessary, it may restart your computer, because it makes the repairs.

  Access the link below for more information on the Startup Repair:

  http://windowshelp.Microsoft.com/Windows/en-us/help/5c59f8c1-b0d1-4F1A-AF55-74f3922f3f351033.mspx

  See also:

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/w7install/thread/ab43493b-247C-427e-BA21-4950eea279ac

  http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/vistawu/thread/24b44a01-872e-4d87-867f-ed01a3579031/ for the black screen problem

  Thank you, and in what concerns:

  Suresh Kumar-Microsoft Support.

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• Windows does not load and displays a black screen when it is connected to the power supply

  Original title - Windows Vista running on my laptop Sony VAIO

  Trying to turn on my laptop using the built in battery nothing happens.  When the laptop is connected to the power supply and turned on Windows does not.  It shows something in the sense that it does not properly off.  It tries to load back to a system restore point before the last stop, but seems to fail again during this process.  All that is displayed is a black screen. Currently the power on light is on, the battery light is on, but the drive activity light is off.

  Yet once again, I switched on the laptop and finally the Startup Repair process is automatically called.  After the display of the bar to attempt repairs, the system has been repaired successfully.  As a result, the I ran my Norton anti-virus, followed by Windows Updatesoftware.

• I restarted my computer and then it no longer turns. The windows screen and then a black screen came up with a white line that flashes at the top left.

  I had tabs open, and he said that he would not allow restart, but still, I pressed ok and now nothing shows that this black screen.

  Hi Alegreen,

  ·         You receive an error message?

  ·         Did you do changes on the computer before the show?

  Follow the suggestions below for a possible solution:

  Method 1: Start in safe mode and do a System Restore to a point before the show.

  See Advanced startup options (including safe mode) for more information about starting in safe mode.

  Method 2: If the method above does not help, then you can refer the article and check mentioned below.

  What to do if Windows does not start correctly

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/what-to-do-if-Windows-wont-start-correctly

  I hope this helps.

• After installed Windows 8 on my Dell Ispiron 660 PC, doing an update and download now black screen?

  Install Windows 8 on my Dell Ispiron 660 PC, Worked fine. After update of several programs, she has restarted. Now, I have a black screen and cannot fix.

  Install Windows 8 on my Dell Ispiron 660 PC, Worked fine. After update of several programs, she has restarted. Now, I have a black screen and cannot fix.

  To all those who responded. By chance, I removed a faulty graphics card and it has started up.

  Thank you all...

• Windows 8 black screen after Login or the wake from sleep / hibernate and flickering screen

  Hello

  I have something of a nightmare with my desktop computer running Windows 8 x 64.

  I did a bit of cleaning, unplug all cables, etc. and then reconnected everything later.

  Since then, I've known the following questions: -.

  After starting and going through the connection, I am faced with a black screen.  The monitor turns on, but there is no pointer.  However, if I clicked at random, it would open a Windows App out of the splash screen, which would then become visible.  If I moved the mouse to the bottom left, to get the splash screen, he would immediately go black screen on me.  He seemed to be refusing to display the splash screen.

  With "display" black screen, I found I could get the Task Manager (Ctrl, Alt, Del) upward and there could access the desktop.  It would then execute as usual, but if I let it go into hibernation or even just having the power of the screen down, it would be black screen again, and I have to use the 'trick' Task Manager to retrieve the desktop computer.

  Sometimes, using the Manager tasks does not always, because he'll sweep between the black screen and the desktop, alternating every 5-6 seconds.  I found through the process from the Task Manager, it stops doing this.

  Now, I did a Windows 8 regenerate, without any change in the problems.  I made sure the AMD drivers have been completely updated (they were) and also physically checked all cables and cables are properly connected and the GPU / RAM etc are properly placed.

  There is no error message displayed at any time. I have also disabled Fast Boot, nothing helps.

  I examined a faulty monitor, but it worked fine for an hour or two at a time, until I got let go sleep or put into hibernation, and I'm at square one.  It would of course be a faulty GPU, or even a PSU failure, but I'm not convinced the symptoms are pointing to them.

  For me, the fact it does not display the Windows 8 start screen after that Login or Wake Up is important.  It makes me think that Windows may interfere with the display in some way?

  I can, if necessary, provide DXDIAG etc, and I "m hoping someone will have an idea of what goes wrong.  I have spent ages going through Google and others, but cannot find a solution to my problem.

  Thanks for any help or suggestion you may have.

  Conrad.

  It solved!  Traded my monitor cable and all problems solved.  Guess he had a break or something in one of the lines.

  Thanks anyway.

• Boots Vista black screen with white cursor and nothing else (Black Screen of Death)

  After a download from Microsoft update last week, my system has rebooted. He first had a screen blue error, rebooted, reported a disk error and automatically run CHKDSK. Since then, the system has started a black with white slider screen and nothing else. This happens at startup options (Normal, safe, safe with the last command good known configuration). Not even sticky keys would come to the top. CTRL-Alt-Delete, Ctrl-Alt-Esc and all other keys has nothing did. Even with a right click.

  I searched all over the web for solutions. I found (and tried) several over the past week, but nothing has worked.

  Here's what I tried...

  F8 held key on boot to the top and entered the startup recovery. Ran of recovery. Initially so found of disk errors. Those fixed. Then he said he could not repair the system and reported two pilot errors.

  Tried system restore. He said that I had no restore points (even if I know that I had before).

  With the help of recovery options, I went to the command prompt. Asked to RegEdit and load the Software hive. Checked the connection entry Windows NT; made sure, it has been set to explorer.exe

  The system, checked RpcSs Key hive. Already the NT AUTHORITY\NetworkService value

  Renamed event connects winevt and not create the Logs folder

  Removed the hard drive. Attached to another system (as slaves), and the registered file permissions. They have screwed everything up. The fixed file permissions and drive put back in original system.

  Œuvres self-retaining keys now. Do not, however, as my sticky keys doesn't have a link to configuration.

  Went back into recovery startup via the F8 key at startup. Now, when I run start recovery, it says that everything is going well and there is no problem.

  I have download the hotfix from article 977675 Microsoft, but I don't know how I can apply it without being able to get into windows. I would like to contact MS e-mail or chat support, but I can't get the product ID without being able to connect (frustrating talk).

  I would like to reinstall OS, but HP does not provide an installation disc with their systems (only a full restore partition). My system is backed up (with the exception of the Windows folder), but I really don't want to have to make a full recovery, as I have a lot of specialized programs and settings that would probably take me a week to re - install and re - set.

  Anyone have any new ideas?

  Hello

  Here's my usual BlackScreen convenience store, because it may be that you haven't tried
  or if you have access you might be able to come back and start some of them.

  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

  You can access Mode safe? Repeatedly press F8 as you start? If yes you can try Control Panel - device
  Manager - graphics card - Double click on - driver tab - click on UPDATE driver - then right click
  on devices and UNINSTALL - REBOOT.

  Another method to try to get to the desktop (try in normal Windows Mode without failure)
  CTRL + ALT + DELETE and on the tab process EXPLORER.exe and COMPLETE the PROCESS on this subject - then
  on the Applications tab - lower right - new task - type in EXPLORER.exe. Safe mode is reached
  by tapping F8 as you start several times.

  First check this thread in case it is simple and if not to come back to this thread.

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistaprograms/thread/50247d5e-0ae0-446c-A1bd-11287fd1478a

  Black screen problems are extremely difficult to repair and all patch is usually on a base hit or miss.
  That there is no information on a black screen as it is on a blue screen just adds to the
  Difficulty. Often using a restore point or Startup Repair will have no effect. You can try a
  Google to see the proposed repairs, whom some have worked however these cover a wide
  field efforts.

  Here's a video of one of them.

  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&q=black+screen+of+death+Vista&btnG=search&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI=G1

  Here's another fix
  http://blogs.PCMag.com/SecurityWatch/2008/12/the_mysterious_black_screen_of.php

  You have a Vista disk? You can try restoring the system to it. If you do not have your system disks
  manufacturer will sell them at low prices. Or try in safe mode if you can get there.

  How to make a Vista system restore
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/76905-System-Restore-how.html

  You can create a recovery disc or use someone even version (to do the system restore there only to)
  being bootable).

  How to create a Vista recovery disk
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/141820-create-recovery-disc.html

  ------------------------------------------------

  These require the correct Vista discs since you can not start safe mode.

  Try the Startup Repair tool-

  This tells you how to access the System Recovery Options and/or with a Vista disk
  http://windowshelp.Microsoft.com/Windows/en-us/help/326b756b-1601-435e-99D0-1585439470351033.mspx

  Try recovery options Startup Repair

  How to do a startup repair
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/91467-startup-repair.html

  -----------------------------------------------

  Here are a few Google searches where many have found different solutions:

  Vista black screen - check that a 1st
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&source=HP&q=Vista+black+screen&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI=G10

  Vista black screen Solution
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&q=Vista+black+screen+solution&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI

  Vista black screen Fix
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&q=Vista+black+screen+fix&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI

  -----------------------------------------------

  If necessary and you can access all ordinary Windows.

  You can try an In-Place Upgrade (hopefully save programs and data) or a repair installation (if all goes well
  saves the data, and you need to reinstall the programs). Be sure to do a good backup or three.

  You can use another DVD that are not protected but you will need to copy you have the product key.

  On-site upgrade
  http://vistasupport.MVPs.org/repair_a_vista_installation_using_the_upgrade_option_of_the_vista_dvd.htm

  If nothing works, you can make a repair facility that must save the data but you will need to
  Reinstall the programs. This also requires correct Vista disks especially for OEM versions. You will be
  need to know your product Code.

  This tells you how to access the System Recovery Options and/or a Vista DVD
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/what-happened-to-the-recovery-console

  How to perform a repair for Vista Installation
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/88236-repair-install-Vista.html

  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

  Another method that works sometimes: at the command prompt, type of Vista startup disk:
  (type in a single line or copy / paste a line at a time and then press enter - type no parenthesis)
  or "BOLD")

  c:

  cd\

  CD c:\Windows\System32\winevt (there is a space between cd and C :)
  
  Ren LogsOLD Logs (there are spaces between ren and newspapers and Logsold)

  RESTART Windows

  I hope this helps.

  Rob Brown - MS MVP - Windows Desktop Experience: Bike - Mark Twain said it right.

• Help with Windows Vista black screen

  I have a Windows Vista SP1 64 bit with 8 GB of RAM and 2 3850's Radeon ATi CrossFireX. in any case, I have a program called mechanical system, you've all probably heard before, this is an excellent program to clean your hard disk and defragment your memory. However, I ran last night and said the program automatically restarts the computer when it ended, after that he finished and I rebooted was greeted with the atrocious Black Screen of Death with a cursor, if it is not blinking and I can move it freely, but there is nothing I can do with it given the background task bar is non-existent and the entire screen is black.

  I tried some of the solutions, I can not even the CTRL + ALT + DELETE to get into task manager and manually start explorer.exe; Help me please. The only type of response I can get from the system is to obtain the keys to stick to pop up when I hit the SHIFT key five times. I am very confused. I don't have external hard drives hooked up to it and there is no thumb-drive connected via USB either. I'm completely puzzled here. Please help me.

  Hello

  System Mechanic, by Iolo is one of the best of this type of program, he's trying to at least
  be legitimate, however it is still a Registry Cleaner and system optimizer that leaves a
  much to be desired in terms of compatibility. These programs are more likely to ask questions
  While fixing anything. Most are like snake oil. So my advice would be to uninstall. If you insist
  use make sure you have done a current Restore Point before using it and keep current backups
  on the primary drive.

  -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

  No saving necessary data and re-installing Windows Vista might be the best option, but here
  are a few others.

  You can save your files by putting the drive in another computer as a 2nd disk (best) or external
  Drive USB enclosure and then backup to removable media such as CD, DVD or other USB drives.
  Of course a real store of the computer or the manufacturer of your system can help to recover the files.

  Or you can use a boot Ubuntu CD to back up data.

  Use Ubuntu Live CD to backup files from your Windows computer dead
  http://www.howtogeek.com/HOWTO/Windows-Vista/use-Ubuntu-Live-CD-to-backup-files-from-your-dead-Windows-computer

  --------------------------------------------------------------

  You can access Mode safe? Repeatedly press F8 as you start? If yes you can try Control Panel - device
  Manager - graphics card - Double click on - driver tab - click on UPDATE driver - then right click
  on devices and UNINSTALL - REBOOT.

  A method to try to get to the desktop (try in normal Windows Mode without failure) is CTRL +.
  ALT + DELETE - Manager tasks and tab process EXPLORER.exe and COMPLETE the PROCESS on this subject - and then
  on the Applications tab - lower right - new task - type in EXPLORER.exe. Safe mode is available by
  repeatedly tapping F8 as you start. CTRL + SHIFT + ESC also begins the Task Manager.

  First check this thread in case it is simple and if not to come back to this thread.

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistaprograms/thread/50247d5e-0ae0-446c-A1bd-11287fd1478a

  Black screen problems are extremely difficult to repair and all patch is usually on a base hit or miss.
  That there is no information on a black screen as it is on a blue screen just adds to the
  Difficulty. Often using a restore point or Startup Repair will have no effect. You can try a
  Google to see the proposed repairs, whom some have worked however these cover a wide
  field efforts.

  Here's a video of one of them.

  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&q=black+screen+of+death+Vista&btnG=search&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI=G1

  Here's another fix
  http://blogs.PCMag.com/SecurityWatch/2008/12/the_mysterious_black_screen_of.php

  You have a Vista disk? You can try restoring the system to it. If you don't have the disks your
  system manufacturer will sell them at low prices. Or try in safe mode if you can get there.

  How to make a Vista system restore
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/76905-System-Restore-how.html

  You can create a recovery disc or use someone even version (making the system restore it)
  must be bootable).

  How to create a Vista recovery disk
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/141820-create-recovery-disc.html

  ------------------------------------------------

  These require the correct Vista discs since you can not start safe mode.

  Try the Startup Repair tool-

  This tells you how to access the System Recovery Options and/or with a Vista disk
  http://windowshelp.Microsoft.com/Windows/en-us/help/326b756b-1601-435e-99D0-1585439470351033.mspx

  Try recovery options Startup Repair

  How to do a startup repair
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/91467-startup-repair.html

  -----------------------------------------------

  Here are a few Google searches where many have found different solutions:

  Vista black screen - check that a 1st
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&source=HP&q=Vista+black+screen&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI=G10

  Vista black screen Solution
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&q=Vista+black+screen+solution&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI

  Vista black screen Fix
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&q=Vista+black+screen+fix&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI

  -----------------------------------------------

  If necessary and you can access all ordinary Windows.

  You can try an In-Place Upgrade (hopefully save programs and data) or a repair installation
  (if all goes well, the data records and need to reinstall programs). Be sure to do a good backup or three.

  You can use another DVD that aren't copy protected but you you need to own
  Product key.

  On-site upgrade
  http://vistasupport.MVPs.org/repair_a_vista_installation_using_the_upgrade_option_of_the_vista_dvd.htm

  If nothing works, you can make a repair facility that must save the data but you will need to
  Reinstall the programs. This also requires correct Vista disks especially for OEM versions. You will be
  need to know your product Code.

  This tells you how to access the System Recovery Options and/or a Vista DVD
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/what-happened-to-the-recovery-console

  How to perform a repair for Vista Installation
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/88236-repair-install-Vista.html

  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------

  Another method that works sometimes: at the command prompt, type of Vista startup disk:
  (a line type or copy and paste one line at a time and hit enter - enter a bracket)
  or "BOLD")

  c:

  cd\

  CD c:\Windows\System32\winevt (there is a space between cd and C :)

  Ren LogsOLD Logs (there are spaces between ren and newspapers and Logsold)

  RESTART Windows

  ===================================================================

  Sometimes it works:

  There are backups in the folder C:\Windows\System32\Config\Regback.

  Here is an article for XP and Vista is similar in scope. The config folder and its content should
  be rebuilt.

  How do I recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP startup
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/307545

  Check this thread - you can use the command to a startup or recovery disk prompt.

  http://social.technet.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/itprovistasetup/thread/55f98088-0fc3-4371-A005-d95a457d9de6

  This tells you how to access the System Recovery Options and/or Vista disk
  http://windowshelp.Microsoft.com/Windows/en-us/help/326b756b-1601-435e-99D0-1585439470351033.mspx

  I hope this helps.

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