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ok I turned my pc off last night and when I turned it on this morning all it does is restart over and over
pc constantly restarts
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there are several possibilities -
1) virus - attempt to start in safemode
2) BIOS issue... set all BIOS to default values.. restart.
3) bad power switch on chassis
4) bad stored Windows data from last shutdown.. roll back to last known good config.
try those
1) virus - attempt to start in safemode
2) BIOS issue... set all BIOS to default values.. restart.
3) bad power switch on chassis
4) bad stored Windows data from last shutdown.. roll back to last known good config.
try those
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I got the error code 0x00000024
I take it you have Windows XP? IF so, this means that your main system file is corrupt. Try to get to windows in safe mode. Run your virus scans, disk fragmentation, and disk scans to find any problems. If that doesn't work the only way to fix this problem is to do a new install with your Windows Disk.
Hope everything gets fixed!
Hope everything gets fixed!
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well looks like i'm screwed then. Seems the kids got into my desk and my xp cd is gone.
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QUOTE (cmpm @ Aug 21 2008, 04:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That is a corrupted files and registry error code.
The system probably has to be reinstalled.
Be honest with the problem to the laptop owner.
It's the best way imo.
If there is no backup DVD.
One can be obtained from the maker for around $20.
If the owners are in their records.
It doesn't matter if it's still under warranty or not, the DVD can be obtained.
You're correct on the fact that it has to do with corrupted things.
It's a corrupted file system.
A re-install is a bit heavy to recommend without trying anything else.
I would recommend running a 'chkdsk' from the recovery console.
Follow the steps below to achieve this.
Boot from the Windows XP installation CD.
At the "Welcome to Setup" screen, press R to start Recovery Console. Choose the installation to be repaired by number (usually 1) and press "Enter".
When you are asked for the Administrator password, leave it blank and press "Enter".
At the command prompt, type chkdsk /r and press "Enter". (Note the space before /r) The disk check operation will start.
This will be a very thorough check of the hard drive and the file system...be patient and let it complete. It may appear to hang or even back up a few times...this is normal. 60 to 90 minutes is not unusual for this check...it may take longer in some cases.
Once the check completes and you are back at the command prompt, type exit and press "Enter". Let your computer boot normally to Windows
That is a corrupted files and registry error code.
The system probably has to be reinstalled.
Be honest with the problem to the laptop owner.
It's the best way imo.
If there is no backup DVD.
One can be obtained from the maker for around $20.
If the owners are in their records.
It doesn't matter if it's still under warranty or not, the DVD can be obtained.
You're correct on the fact that it has to do with corrupted things.
It's a corrupted file system.
A re-install is a bit heavy to recommend without trying anything else.
I would recommend running a 'chkdsk' from the recovery console.
Follow the steps below to achieve this.
Boot from the Windows XP installation CD.
At the "Welcome to Setup" screen, press R to start Recovery Console. Choose the installation to be repaired by number (usually 1) and press "Enter".
When you are asked for the Administrator password, leave it blank and press "Enter".
At the command prompt, type chkdsk /r and press "Enter". (Note the space before /r) The disk check operation will start.
This will be a very thorough check of the hard drive and the file system...be patient and let it complete. It may appear to hang or even back up a few times...this is normal. 60 to 90 minutes is not unusual for this check...it may take longer in some cases.
Once the check completes and you are back at the command prompt, type exit and press "Enter". Let your computer boot normally to Windows
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sadly I have no idea who the original owner was as I bought it off a crackhead for $60. It doesn't even make it to any form of welcome screen
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i kinda hate the problem otherwise, your pc wont get on, if i shut my pc down, it restarts xD
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I have winxp saved on the bad drive. I'm using my second drive which was empty to install win98 on. I'm not totally new to pc i've been building my own for awhile. I just got caught by the kids who lost my hard copy. I've never used an old windows to access a newer version so i'm hoping it works.
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