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Windows won't load.
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Ok, my friend's computer will not start - when he puts it on windows starts to load but then goes to a diagnostic type screen offering him options of how to start (safe mode, last good configuration etc) but whichever one he clicks on it just ends up back at this screen. He's got windows XP and some no name laptop (looks similar to ASUS eee). He also does not have any backup discs or a windows disc. Is there any way of getting back into his computer and /or rescuing what he has saved on it???
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Does he know if it's pre-installed "branded"version of Windows (like Dell would install)
You are screwed with the Safe mode start, I assume, because you will probably not get far enough to select it!?
You need an XP disc .. hopefully the correct one ... first!
XP Home .. Pro .. ? Bios will have to be set to boot from the CD/DVD Rom/Rw drive.
Try disconnecting all peripherals for a start (especially USB stuff) and re-trying..
Last resort is removing HDD and attaching to another PC as a slave drive to retrieve stuff. That's presuming the HDD is not naffed : /
Does he know if it's pre-installed "branded"version of Windows (like Dell would install)
You are screwed with the Safe mode start, I assume, because you will probably not get far enough to select it!?
You need an XP disc .. hopefully the correct one ... first!
XP Home .. Pro .. ? Bios will have to be set to boot from the CD/DVD Rom/Rw drive.
Try disconnecting all peripherals for a start (especially USB stuff) and re-trying..
Last resort is removing HDD and attaching to another PC as a slave drive to retrieve stuff. That's presuming the HDD is not naffed : /
What he was doing with it before, I have no idea - all I know is it was in his bag and he'd been away for a few days, presumably using it on and off, but storing it in his bag in between times and I think he only uses it for the internet. He doesn't have the original disc, could any disc with the same version be used or does the product key have to match?