Windows XP could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SYSTEM

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• Once I turned on the computer I got the following message: Windows could not start because the following file is missing or damaged. System32\Drivers\Ntfs.sys

  I just download Microsoft Office 2010 Professional and then turns off the computer with XP operating system. Once I turned on the computer I got the following message:

  Windows could not start because the following file is missing or damaged;

  System32\Drivers\Ntfs.sys

  You can try to repair this file by starting Windows Setup using the original Setup CD

  Select 'r' in the first screen to start repair.

  Then, I started the computer with the Original installation CD and press 'r' by following the instructions. Then, I received this message:

  1: C:\WINDOWS

  Which Windows installation you want to connect?

  (to cancel, press enter)

  What do I put here?

  You must first start on doing something so USB drive a bootable Hiren.

  Here's how:

  I'll recommend you use Hiren boot CD (it will go also to a flash/USB stick/USB).

  It's good for you, because there a lot of tools more on that on the Recovery Console CD of XP, doesn't your administrator passwords and you will not have to futz round in your BIOS, if any afflicted system has SATA drives - Hiren can deal with this.

  You will have a bunch of great tools that you have in XP... Recovery Console an editor of the register, adjustable password and an office that resembles Windows XP so you will feel comfortable flexibility.

  You can easily copy your personal data (documents, pictures, music) to an external drive.

  A system of work, start by downloading the latest version on Hiren Boot CD from here (it is a substantial download but worth it):
  http://www.hirensbootcd.org/download/    (look to the bottom of the page).

  Unzip the Hiren to a folder where you can find it.  There's a Hiren. BootCD.15.x.iso that you have to then.

  Hiren was instructed to make a bootable USB drive that you can use, but it takes you first burn the .iso to a CD image file and a few other measures, so I suggest another way and here's how:

  Download RUFUS 1.3.2 or whatever the latest version is here (read a few things on the page so you can learn more on this subject):

  http://Rufus.AKEO.IE/

  I will warn to be careful that don't accidentally format you a hard disk - don't forget your USB key is in and know what the drive letter!  This part makes me still a little nervous, so be careful.

  Launch of RUFUS and all default values should be fine for the device, choose letter of your USB drive, quick tag format FAT32, it if you want and in the Format options box, click on the little icon that looks like a CD and a window will open.  Navigate through this dialogue to point to the folder that contains the Hiren. BootCD.15.x.iso that you have unpacked above and the box should change to say the image ISO (RUFUS includes the Hiren ISO file).

  Double check you have the right device selected in the top (NOT you HDD) click Start, acknowledge receipt of the warning and let it finish (it will take a little time) it copies the files.   Hiren ISO is also a good size.

  When RUFUS is finished, it will say "DONE" at the bottom.

  Put the USB in the afflicted machine and reset/reboot and regardless of the button you press to get a boot menu where you can select the USB drive as first boot device (it's F11 for me).  If you do not see a start menu choice, you will need to set your BIOS to boot from USB first instead of the HARD disk.

  When the Hiren menu displays, choose the XP Mode of Mini and it will start loading (slowly from a USB key) and finally, you should see a windowsy looking for office.  You should recognize the part and feel uncomfortable, but it is not your office - the office of the Hiren!

  Remember: you do not start on your hard drive, - you started in the Office of the Hiren.

  A way to check the drive for errors is to open my computer and right-click on your afflicted player and choose Properties, tools, error, check checking now... put a check mark in the boxes and then start.

  Sometimes that works, then you can also click on start, run and in the type box:

  cmd

  Click OK to open a command prompt window and enter the following command (assuming that XP is installed on your C drive)

  CHKDSK c: /r

  This disk check can last a long time (perhaps several to several hours) depending on the size of the volume, the amount of data on the volume and what the disk check finds to do.  You may need to run more than once.

• "When restarting, get the error, Windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: < root Windows > \system32\ntoskrnl.exe.

  Original title: black screen

  Attempt to restart the Gateway system running XP Pro.  The message "Windows has not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \system32\ntoskrnl.exe" Please reinstall a copy of this file.  What do I do and where is this file?

  There is a good chance that the disk check running the Recovery Console will solve the problem.

  1. Insert the Windows XP CD in your CD-ROM drive and restart your computer. If you are prompted, select any options needed to start (boot) on the CD.
    
  2. when the text portion of Setup begins, follow the prompts. Select the repair or recovery option by pressing R.
    
  3. If you have a dual-boot or multiboot system, select the installation that you want to access from the Recovery Console.
    
  4. When you are prompted, type the administrator password. If you have not set a password for the account admin simply press on enter
    
  5. at the command prompt, type chkdsk/r > press ENTER. (Note: there is a space between the slash and the letter k).
    
  6. at the end of the output of scan type > press ENTER.
    
  7 restart your computer.

  If you do not have a Windows Xp disk, follow the instructions HERE to create a Windows Xp Recovery Console

• Receiving the message that Windows did not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: windowsroot/system32/ql.dll

  Windows could not, because the folling file is missing or corrupt... What can I do to get Windows

  Hello

  ·         What operating system do you use?

  ·         You're able to boot in Safe Mode?

  ·         Were there recent changes made on the computer before the show?

  If you use Windows 7 try performing the Startup Repair and check if it helps.

  Startup Repair

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/products/features/Startup-Repair

  To solve the problem of Windows Vista boot refer:

  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

  For Windows XP, see:

  How to fix a computer that does not start

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-XP/help/Setup/how-to-fix-computer-that-will-not-start

• Windows will not start because the following file is missing or corrupt < root windows > < hal.dll windows >

  When I turn on my PC a black screen appears for about 5 minutes, then the following message: Windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt I can not any more access to the computer and having to turn it off.

  Hello

  I suggest that you follow the steps described in the links below and check if they help to resolve the issue.

  Link 1:

  "Invalid Boot.ini" or "Windows did not start" error messages when you start your computer

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/330184

  Link 2:

  IF the steps in the link 1 does not work, check the steps in the link below.

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

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

• My pc says that windows does not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SYSTEM.

  My pc says that windows does not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SYSTEM. It is said it can be repaired by using the original installation CD, but we do not have. Any ideas please?

  The file is missing or corrupt is one of your files in the system registry.

  By far, the best way to recover from this is to go to another computer and create a free Hirens Boot CD.
  Download Hirens: <> http://www.hirensbootcd.org/download/ > (link at the bottom of the icon of the disk)
  Hirens CD burning <> http://www.hirensbootcd.org/burning/ >

  Once you create the CD, and then start your system of problem with this CD.  In the first window, select "Mini Windows XP" and wait for the system to start.  When it starts, go to the Hirens Boot CD menu and select
  Register-> Registry Restore Wizard.
  then follow the prompts.  This wizard will return a copy of your registry database from backups that are stored with your system restore points.  After the restoration, stop, remove the CD and restart.

  When you start your system, it is recommended to perform a system restore operation to ensure the consistency of your system
  "How to restore Windows XP to a previous state"
     <>http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306084 >

  Also, this error is almost always accompanied, if not caused, the corruption of the file system.  Also a good idea to perform a check disk (chkdsk) operation with the option "repair".
  "How to perform disk error in Windows XP check"
     <>http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/315265 >

  The hard way to get back is covered in the following Microsoft KB article, but if you have installed a large number of service packs for your installation of XP, I don't give you many chances to get past part 1. (And there's also an installation CD to access the Recovery Console)

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

  HTH,
  JW

• Windows xp hp will not start. error message: Windows has not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: &#60; root windows &#62; \system32\hal.dll. Please re - install a copy of the above file.

  Hello, I recently restored my windows hp tower to its factory because of virus settings and when I restarted my PC I recieced this error message: Windows has not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \system32\hal.dll Please reinstall a copy of the above file.  where can I get a copy? and is it possible to download the start software and burn it to a cd?

  Hi FRANKGRIMES_945,

  What is the model of your computer?

  (a) you can try to arrange for a Windows XP disk that corresponds to the same edition, as it is installed on your machine.

  (b) thereafter, follow this link & check if you are able to start correctly on the desktop.

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

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

• Windows (Vista) can not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: &#60; root windows &#62; \system32\ntoskrnl.exe

  When I start windows, the message that I get a black screen is Windows (Vista) cannot start because the file is missing or corrupt: \system32\ntoskrnl.exe. Please reinstall a copy of the above file.

  I tried to launch a system of diagnosis without a disk and everything going on. I then tried running windows in safe mode and it won't allow me. That's when I switched to an installation disc supplied with the system. I tried to recover the system from there, but it would not go beyond the option of choosing an operating system. Once I got to that screen, there was NO operating system choose.

  I tried to restore my computer and there is no restore point.

  I renounced restore my computer and thought I'll all start over and install windows vista all over again. This was not the case either. I followed these steps:

  1. Turn on your computer and insert the CD or the DVD of Windows Vista.

  2. Install Windows page, follow all of the instructions that appear, and then clickInstall now.

  3. On the Get updated important for installation page, we recommend getting the latest updates to help ensure a successful installation and to help protect your computer against security threats. You will need an Internet connection to get the installation updates.

  4. On the Type your product key for activation page, we strongly recommend that you type your 25-character product key in order to avoid problems during activation.

  5. On the Please read the license terms page, if you agree to the terms of the license, clickI accepts the terms of the license.

  6. Follow the instructions on each page. On the type of installation do you want? page, clickCustom.

  7. On the place where you want to install Windows? page, select the partition where you want to install.

  8. Click next to begin the installation. You can see a compatibility report.

  and then had this error that says;

  windows doesn't have can create a partition on disk 0. The error occurred when preparing the partition selected for installation. Error code: 0x80004005.

  Now I am stuck and don't know what to do.

  Someone at - it solutions for me. Help, please.

  Hello

  1. on which the drive was initially installed OS?
  2. What partition you selected to install Windows?

  You can try to perform a startup repair by using the Vista installation disc.

  Check out these links for help:
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/startup-repair-frequently-asked-questions  

  How can I fix a startup (startup)?
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/how-do-I-fix-a-boot-startup-problem 

  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 

  What are the system recovery options in Windows Vista?
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/what-are-the-system-recovery-options-in-Windows-Vista 

  If nothing helps, so please get in touch with the system manufacturer for assistance because it may be a hardware problem.

  Kind regards
  Afzal Taher - Microsoft Support
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• After installing the new hard drive and using recovery discs, I get this message could not start because the following file is m issing or damaged system32\drivers\pci.sys

  I just replaced my hard drive with a new because the other HD said imminent failure or something like that! Basically the hard drive was about to fail and I so now the new one installed and I used my recovery disks and all seemed well until the recovery disks have been completed and the computer says to get out them. Then the computer restarted several times and then I get this message:
  Windows cannot start because missing or corrupt the system 32\drivers\pci.sys
  Then he said: "you can try to repair this file by starting windows setup using the original configuration of the CD-ROM.
  Select 'R' in the first screen to start repair.
  one of the many questions I have is that CD-ROMs are talking? It is the recovery disk, they want me to or what? also if you know a CV or another page which includes help on this specific topic would also help! Thank you
  also, I can still use the old drive hard when it is installed on my laptop!
  HP pavilion dv5220us running windows xp
  I had advanced care system that had a top registry Fixer and I got ccleaner as well on the computer
  internet security Norton 2011

  Hello panjok2,

  Sometimes recovery CD are dependent on the architecture of a hard drive.  If it is different from the original disc, then we have problems.

  In this case, the best thing you could do is contact HP and see if this is the case.  If it is not why this happens, they should be able to help you as well because they are the ultimate authority on their recovery process.

  Let us know if you have any questions.

  Best regards

  Matthew_Ha

• I turned on my computer and found this error message, windows does not start because the following file is missing or corrupt, config sys files

  I turned on the computer and this error message was the first thing I saw, and I had to spend the next half-hour reinstall windows xp. I want to know why I had to do and what can I do if this does not happen?

  Hi Lady of shadows,

  ·         What is Windows now reinstalled and perfect work?

  If so, you can see the following article for future reference.

  How do I recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP startup

• Window is not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SYSTEM

  What do I need: a disk to reboot? & if so; - where can I find one for XP Pro? ... Can I download it from another computer?

  The machine does not start my original OS drive: so maybe I can't fix it.

  You need a CD

• Windows has not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \windows\system32\config\system__ _

  Hello everyone
  I received this display error months back & tried everything I can try.
  I formatted and reinstalled OP system.
  After days of view, it was back again re-formatted & installed.
  After a start he was back. It is a question of bad & I see no fix
  Microsoft when I search.
  Please help before I go to different OP.

  Thank you

  dirsal,
  If this error comes back after a format/reinstall complete so there are a few things to look at.  First thing I would check is the material.  If you can boot into Safe Mode with command prompt, or if you have a XP CD and you can boot into the Recovery Console, and then run the following command.

  Chkdsk /r

  You can also test your RAM as well as with the Memory Diagnostic.

  If there is no problem found with any material then I would like to know if, after installation, you load any other software.

  Let us know the results of the digitization of the material and the requested info.

  Mike - Engineer Support Microsoft Answers
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• ErrorWindows could not start because the following file is missing or damaged. Windows root\system32\hal.dll where can I find? How can I fix error?

  I turned on the PC and you have question.  I am disgusted.  Now what should I do?

  I turned on the PC and you have question.  I am disgusted.  Now what should I do?

  Please follow the instructions below. If you do not have your windows disc follow instructions on the link below to create a bootable recovery disk console and then return here and continue with these instructions.

  1. Insert the Windows XP CD in the CD-ROM drive and restart the computer. If you are prompted to press any key to boot from a cd do;

  2. when the "Welcome" screen appears, press R to start the Recovery Console;

  3. If you have a dual-boot or multiboot, select the installation that you must Access from the Recovery Console.

  4. When you are prompted, type the administrator password. If the administrator password is blank, just press ENTER;

  5. at the command prompt, type chkdsk/r > press ENTER. (Note: there is a space between the slash and the letter k). Let the scan to run until the end;

  6. to exit the Recovery Console and restart the computer, type exit at the command prompt and press ENTER.

  Once the scan is complete, restart your computer.  View your results.

  How to make a disc bootable windows Xp recovery console.

• Error message: Windows has not start because the following file is missing or damaged

  This error sometimes occurs when starting upwards from my Win XP computer:
  Windows could not start because the following file is missing or damaged. Windows root\system32\hal.dll. Please reinstall a copy of the above file.
  the computer then complete the beginning upward and operate normally.

  How can I stop this error message?

  Kind regards

  Hello

  ·         Since when are you facing this problem?

  ·         Remember to make changes to the system?

   

  I suggest to disable the startup items when the system starts up and then check if the problem is resolved.

  How to disable programs that run when you start Windows XP Home Edition or Windows Vista

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/270035

  I suggest following the steps mentioned in the article below and check if

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

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

  Thanks and regards.

  Thahaseena M
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer.

• Windows didn't start because the following file is missing or corrupted \windows\system32\config\system

  Windows windows xp could not start because the following file is missing or damaged:
  \windows\system32\config\system
  You can accept it corresponds to repair this file by starting windows setup using the original Setup CD
  Select 'r' in the first screen to start repair

  I don't have original cd so I downloaded from the internet.  Only 1 cd when the instructions said it would be 6. that didn't work

  tillieme,
  You will need a valid XP disc to run the repair.  It is possible that the PC manufacturer develop a recovery hard disk partition.  You should check with them to see if it's an option.  Also, some manufacturers will provide filtering alternative for a small fee. Mike - Engineer Support Microsoft Answers
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