Just reloaded XP Pro (SP2) and now I have a log on screen. Used to go directly to the desktop, which is what I'm after.
I do hear what you're both saying, and I agree. Sometimes it's just a bit difficult for me, I'm ADHD, so my mind is everywhere at once. I was...
I don't think things are so tight around here that we can't bring in other (computer) related topics. I believe it's more about keeping the...
Dude, that's LOL funny! :D:D:D Do you use this ver? I'm on 7.6.0.29 Was using ver 8 and had problems so reverted back. Can't recall what the...
BTW, when I asked about copying programs I meant by cloning. I figure if I can clone a drive then why can't I just transfer the "programs"...
Haven't gotten to the new install, won't be for a couple days yet. Whatever it was, a restart cured it. Computers are just strange! No sweat on...
Kim, My machine has slowed down and suddenly MP3s are skipping. What's the deal? Last night's virus scan (Avira) showed nothing.
Just had a thought. (I know, you're thinking "amazing! ") :D What about copying all the programs separately and then back, to save finding and...
OK, I have a 2nd 750GB drive that I can clone it to, and then copy the data back to the main drive after reformatting. Any other suggestions? I...
That was a mouthful! Yes, it does help, and thank you. I appreciate that you even took the time to locate my motherboard drivers. :) My C:...
I may have to do this, but it doesn't answer my question in post #29. My drive has several partitions, w/ C: holding XP and my programs, and I...
Then how on earth was I able to set up the bleedin' drive in the 1st place (w/ the disc I still have)? This all seems so illogical. :eek:
The disc I have is the disc I used for the install. Why would I need a different one? Why is this? :confused:
Suferdude, I'd like your help on this. I looked in the registry at HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Setup and...
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Here you go http://www.windowsbbs.com/windows-xp/91034-machine-wont-boot.html#post500927
Paddy, the drive won't load. I'm on another drive right now. After runnning chkdsk the drive froze.
I'm just not sure about this. When I tried this the last go round the Windows CD just wanted to load Windows. I don't recall seeing a repair...
Like I said in the other thread... From Windows site: This version of Windows XP Professional does not support large hard drives, and if you are...
No way of getting there. Windows won't load - full stop.
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