Re: windows xp will not boot up

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"superandy_07" <superandy_07.1s81pw@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:superandy_07.1s81pw@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
> Hi all,
>
> when I turn on my computer it starts to load up as normal then a screen
> comes up and tells me that there was a power failure or something and
> ask me to select one of five options (safe mode (with
> network/command..), use last settings that worked, or start windows XP
> pro normally) then if I pick any of the options it just restarts
> shortly after, or I am confronted with a blue screen
>
> The story as far as I know is that my little brother pulled out the
> main power cable at the back of the base unit thus bringing the
> computer to a sudden halt.
>
> To be honest I'm stuck fast on what to do, so any advice would be
> greatly appreciated
>
>
> thanks...
>
> super andy
>
>
> --
> superandy_07

This is what can happen without a proper shutdown. Boot your install CD and
do a repair if possible.


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