Re: XP driver missing

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From: Kelly Cotter (kelly.cotter_at_*deletethis*blueyonder.co.uk)
Date: 07/01/04


Date: Thu, 01 Jul 2004 09:26:33 GMT


"john c" <jcartwrightuk@yahoo.co.uk> wrote in message
news:2446d01c45f4a$91c0b240$a501280a@phx.gbl
> CAn anyone help.
>
> When i start my computer windows will not start because
> the following file is missing or corrupt: (windows root)
> \system32\hal.dll.
>
> The software came pre-installed on the computer and the
> cd's i have will re-set to factory settings and wipe the
> hard drive. I know if i get a copy of an XP installation
> CD i should be able to repair but can anyone advise
> another way. i.e. get a copy of the driver file and
> install this in the correct location using DOS. If so how
> would i do this.

you could try here
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_haldll_missing.htm

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