Computer Will Not Start

[Guest icart89]

I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

 

"(something....) Configuration"

"Start Windows Normally"

 

It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

 

I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

know what the problem is, please respond.

 

Thank you for reading,

Traci

[Guest nass]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"icart89" wrote:

> I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

> on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

> me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

> once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

> more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

> went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

> because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

> computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

> After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

> windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

>

> "(something....) Configuration"

> "Start Windows Normally"

>

> It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

> screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

>

> I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

> several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

> know what the problem is, please respond.

>

> Thank you for reading,

> Traci

 

Restart in Safe Mode by tapping the F8 on start

Up until you get the Boot up options and select Safe Mode.

 

In safe Mode click Start >> All programs >> Accessories >> System Tools >>

System Restore and pick up a Restore point to restore your system.

It will do the reboot and the rstore will procedure pay attention to it and

see if it was successful or not.

 

Or Try the Last Good known Configuration Options.

Did you get the CD out from the Drive?

HTH,

nass

---

http://www.nasstec.co.uk

[Guest icart89]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"nass" wrote:

>

>

> "icart89" wrote:

>

> > I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

> > on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

> > me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

> > once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

> > more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

> > went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

> > because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

> > computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

> > After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

> > windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

> >

> > "(something....) Configuration"

> > "Start Windows Normally"

> >

> > It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

> > screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

> >

> > I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

> > several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

> > know what the problem is, please respond.

> >

> > Thank you for reading,

> > Traci

>

> Restart in Safe Mode by tapping the F8 on start

> Up until you get the Boot up options and select Safe Mode.

>

> In safe Mode click Start >> All programs >> Accessories >> System Tools >>

> System Restore and pick up a Restore point to restore your system.

> It will do the reboot and the rstore will procedure pay attention to it and

> see if it was successful or not.

>

> Or Try the Last Good known Configuration Options.

> Did you get the CD out from the Drive?

> HTH,

> nass

> ---

> http://www.nasstec.co.uk

 

 

 

I tried the Safe Mode thing but I couldn't follow your exact directions so I

did what was similar. As the computer started I tapped the F8 key like you

said. I got new options from the usual black screen. Using the up and down

arrow keys I went to safe mode then saw an option that said 'Windows Recovery

Console...' I clicked on it and I got a blue screen saying at the top 'A

problem has been detected and Windows will shut down to prevent damage to

your computer'.

Beneath it it says: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

 

It also says if this is the first time I received this message(which it is)

to restart my computer. If I see it again something hasn't been installed

proerly or I may have to uninstall something.

 

So I;m not sure if it worked.

 

Yes I've tried the Last Known Good Configuration and the CD is not in the

computer.

 

I hope you continue your help.

TRaci

[Guest nass]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"icart89" wrote:

>

>

> "nass" wrote:

>

> >

> >

> > "icart89" wrote:

> >

> > > I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

> > > on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

> > > me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

> > > once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

> > > more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

> > > went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

> > > because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

> > > computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

> > > After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

> > > windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

> > >

> > > "(something....) Configuration"

> > > "Start Windows Normally"

> > >

> > > It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

> > > screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

> > >

> > > I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

> > > several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

> > > know what the problem is, please respond.

> > >

> > > Thank you for reading,

> > > Traci

> >

> > Restart in Safe Mode by tapping the F8 on start

> > Up until you get the Boot up options and select Safe Mode.

> >

> > In safe Mode click Start >> All programs >> Accessories >> System Tools >>

> > System Restore and pick up a Restore point to restore your system.

> > It will do the reboot and the rstore will procedure pay attention to it and

> > see if it was successful or not.

> >

> > Or Try the Last Good known Configuration Options.

> > Did you get the CD out from the Drive?

> > HTH,

> > nass

> > ---

> > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

>

>

>

> I tried the Safe Mode thing but I couldn't follow your exact directions so I

> did what was similar. As the computer started I tapped the F8 key like you

> said. I got new options from the usual black screen. Using the up and down

> arrow keys I went to safe mode then saw an option that said 'Windows Recovery

> Console...' I clicked on it and I got a blue screen saying at the top 'A

> problem has been detected and Windows will shut down to prevent damage to

> your computer'.

> Beneath it it says: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

>

> It also says if this is the first time I received this message(which it is)

> to restart my computer. If I see it again something hasn't been installed

> proerly or I may have to uninstall something.

>

> So I;m not sure if it worked.

>

> Yes I've tried the Last Known Good Configuration and the CD is not in the

> computer.

>

> I hope you continue your help.

> TRaci

 

Traci

Try to log into Safe Mode and then click Start >> All programs >>

Accessories>> System Tools >> System Restore and restore to an earlier point!

Getting into Windows Safe Mode

http://bertk.mvps.org/html/safemode.html

 

Error Message when you restart your computer: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

 

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/297185

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555302

 

How to recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP from

starting

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307545

HTH,

nass

---

http://www.nasstec.co.uk

[Guest icart89]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"nass" wrote:

>

>

> "icart89" wrote:

>

> >

> >

> > "nass" wrote:

> >

> > >

> > >

> > > "icart89" wrote:

> > >

> > > > I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

> > > > on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

> > > > me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

> > > > once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

> > > > more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

> > > > went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

> > > > because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

> > > > computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

> > > > After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

> > > > windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

> > > >

> > > > "(something....) Configuration"

> > > > "Start Windows Normally"

> > > >

> > > > It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

> > > > screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

> > > >

> > > > I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

> > > > several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

> > > > know what the problem is, please respond.

> > > >

> > > > Thank you for reading,

> > > > Traci

> > >

> > > Restart in Safe Mode by tapping the F8 on start

> > > Up until you get the Boot up options and select Safe Mode.

> > >

> > > In safe Mode click Start >> All programs >> Accessories >> System Tools >>

> > > System Restore and pick up a Restore point to restore your system.

> > > It will do the reboot and the rstore will procedure pay attention to it and

> > > see if it was successful or not.

> > >

> > > Or Try the Last Good known Configuration Options.

> > > Did you get the CD out from the Drive?

> > > HTH,

> > > nass

> > > ---

> > > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> >

> >

> >

> > I tried the Safe Mode thing but I couldn't follow your exact directions so I

> > did what was similar. As the computer started I tapped the F8 key like you

> > said. I got new options from the usual black screen. Using the up and down

> > arrow keys I went to safe mode then saw an option that said 'Windows Recovery

> > Console...' I clicked on it and I got a blue screen saying at the top 'A

> > problem has been detected and Windows will shut down to prevent damage to

> > your computer'.

> > Beneath it it says: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> >

> > It also says if this is the first time I received this message(which it is)

> > to restart my computer. If I see it again something hasn't been installed

> > proerly or I may have to uninstall something.

> >

> > So I;m not sure if it worked.

> >

> > Yes I've tried the Last Known Good Configuration and the CD is not in the

> > computer.

> >

> > I hope you continue your help.

> > TRaci

>

> Traci

> Try to log into Safe Mode and then click Start >> All programs >>

> Accessories>> System Tools >> System Restore and restore to an earlier point!

> Getting into Windows Safe Mode

> http://bertk.mvps.org/html/safemode.html

>

> Error Message when you restart your computer: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

>

> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/297185

> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555302

>

> How to recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP from

> starting

> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307545

> HTH,

> nass

> ---

> http://www.nasstec.co.uk

>

 

 

First off, thank you so much for not giving up on me yet.

 

Okay, I clicked on the first link you provided and was following the

directions until I came across some differences.

 

The instructions said to tap F8, then click Safe Mode. From there I'm

supposed to click on Microsoft Windows XP Professional. I'm supposed to see

some files load and it should take me to the administration account where i

enter a password or not if I didn't set one.

 

On my computer I do not have that option. Instead it says:

Windows XP Media Center

Windows Recovery Console

 

I clicked on Windows XP Media Center and some files loaded. However it did

not take me to the blue administrator account screen where I could log in. It

took me back to the original black screen, which you would get without

tapping F8.

 

I took a look at the alternative method but it seems you need to get in the

computer for that. My computer doesn't load to the desktop so I can't click

on start or anything. The most it goes is to the Windows XP Professional

loading screen(black screen with a short loading bar beneath it) then from

there, my computer sort of resets itself(taking me back to the original black

screen).

 

Looking forward to your reply,

Traci

[Guest nass]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"icart89" wrote:

>

>

> "nass" wrote:

>

> >

> >

> > "icart89" wrote:

> >

> > >

> > >

> > > "nass" wrote:

> > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > "icart89" wrote:

> > > >

> > > > > I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

> > > > > on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

> > > > > me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

> > > > > once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

> > > > > more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

> > > > > went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

> > > > > because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

> > > > > computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

> > > > > After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

> > > > > windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

> > > > >

> > > > > "(something....) Configuration"

> > > > > "Start Windows Normally"

> > > > >

> > > > > It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

> > > > > screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

> > > > >

> > > > > I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

> > > > > several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

> > > > > know what the problem is, please respond.

> > > > >

> > > > > Thank you for reading,

> > > > > Traci

> > > >

> > > > Restart in Safe Mode by tapping the F8 on start

> > > > Up until you get the Boot up options and select Safe Mode.

> > > >

> > > > In safe Mode click Start >> All programs >> Accessories >> System Tools >>

> > > > System Restore and pick up a Restore point to restore your system.

> > > > It will do the reboot and the rstore will procedure pay attention to it and

> > > > see if it was successful or not.

> > > >

> > > > Or Try the Last Good known Configuration Options.

> > > > Did you get the CD out from the Drive?

> > > > HTH,

> > > > nass

> > > > ---

> > > > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > I tried the Safe Mode thing but I couldn't follow your exact directions so I

> > > did what was similar. As the computer started I tapped the F8 key like you

> > > said. I got new options from the usual black screen. Using the up and down

> > > arrow keys I went to safe mode then saw an option that said 'Windows Recovery

> > > Console...' I clicked on it and I got a blue screen saying at the top 'A

> > > problem has been detected and Windows will shut down to prevent damage to

> > > your computer'.

> > > Beneath it it says: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> > >

> > > It also says if this is the first time I received this message(which it is)

> > > to restart my computer. If I see it again something hasn't been installed

> > > proerly or I may have to uninstall something.

> > >

> > > So I;m not sure if it worked.

> > >

> > > Yes I've tried the Last Known Good Configuration and the CD is not in the

> > > computer.

> > >

> > > I hope you continue your help.

> > > TRaci

> >

> > Traci

> > Try to log into Safe Mode and then click Start >> All programs >>

> > Accessories>> System Tools >> System Restore and restore to an earlier point!

> > Getting into Windows Safe Mode

> > http://bertk.mvps.org/html/safemode.html

> >

> > Error Message when you restart your computer: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> >

> > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/297185

> > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555302

> >

> > How to recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP from

> > starting

> > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307545

> > HTH,

> > nass

> > ---

> > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> >

>

>

> First off, thank you so much for not giving up on me yet.

>

> Okay, I clicked on the first link you provided and was following the

> directions until I came across some differences.

>

> The instructions said to tap F8, then click Safe Mode. From there I'm

> supposed to click on Microsoft Windows XP Professional. I'm supposed to see

> some files load and it should take me to the administration account where i

> enter a password or not if I didn't set one.

>

> On my computer I do not have that option. Instead it says:

> Windows XP Media Center

> Windows Recovery Console

>

> I clicked on Windows XP Media Center and some files loaded. However it did

> not take me to the blue administrator account screen where I could log in. It

> took me back to the original black screen, which you would get without

> tapping F8.

>

> I took a look at the alternative method but it seems you need to get in the

> computer for that. My computer doesn't load to the desktop so I can't click

> on start or anything. The most it goes is to the Windows XP Professional

> loading screen(black screen with a short loading bar beneath it) then from

> there, my computer sort of resets itself(taking me back to the original black

> screen).

>

> Looking forward to your reply,

> Traci

 

Try to use Recovery Console to run the chkdsk /r from the RC.

 

CHKDSK /R

 

Or this Coomand

bootcfg /rebuild

FIXBOOT

FIXMBR

 

Does the above help?

If it doesn't I will querry the HDD health by running the HDD manufacturer

diagnostic tools and the RAM sticks.

 

<Q>

Available commands within Windows Recovery Console

The following commands are available within the Windows Recovery Console.

The commands are not case-sensitive.

 

Warning Some of these commands can make your system inoperable. Read the

whole explanation of any command before you enter it onto the command line.

Seek the advice of a support professional if you have any questions or

concerns about a particular command.

HELP

Use the help command to list all the following supported commands:

 

attrib del fixboot more set

batch delete fixmbr mkdir systemroot

bootcfg dir format more type

cd disable help net

chdir diskpart listsvc rd

chkdsk enable logon ren

cls exit map rename

copy expand md rmdir

 

 

ATTRIB

Use the attrib command together with one or more of the following parameters

to change the attributes of a file or a folder:

-R

+R

-S

+S

-H

+H

-C

+C

Notes

+ Sets an attribute

- Resets an attribute

R Read-only file attribute

S System file attribute

H Hidden file attribute

C Compressed file attribute

 

You must set or clear at least one attribute.

 

To view attributes, use the dir command.

BATCH

batch inputfile [outputfile]

Use this command to run commands that are specified in a text file. In the

command syntax, inputfile specifies the text file that contains the list of

commands to be run, and outputfile specifies the file that contains the

output of the specified commands. If you do not specify an output file, the

output appears on the screen.

BOOTCFG

Use this command for boot configuration and recovery. This command has the

following options:

bootcfg /add

bootcfg /rebuild

bootcfg /scan

bootcfg /list

bootcfg /disableredirect

bootcfg /redirect [portbaudrate] | [useBiosSettings]

Examples:

bootcfg /redirect com1 115200

bootcfg /redirect useBiosSettings

You can use the following options:

/add Adds a Windows installation to the boot menu list.

/rebuild Iterates through all Windows installations so that you can specify

which installations to add.

/scan Scans all disks for Windows installations and displays the results so

that you can specify which installations to add.

/default Sets the default boot entry.

/list Lists the entries already in the boot menu list.

/disableredirect Disables redirection in the boot loader.

/redirect Enables redirection in the boot loader, with the specified

configuration.

CD and CHDIR

Use the cd and chdir commands to change to a different folder. For example,

you can use the following commands:

Type cd .. to change to the parent folder.

Type cd drive: to display the current folder in the specified drive.

Type cd without parameters to display the current drive and folder.

The chdir command treats spaces as delimiters. Because of this, you must put

quotation marks ("") around a folder name that contains a space.The following

is an example:

cd "\windows\profiles\username\programs\start menu"

The chdir command works only in the system folders of the current

installation of Windows, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard

disk partition, or in the local installation sources.

CHKDSK

chkdsk drive /p /r

The chkdsk command checks the specified drive and repairs or recovers the

drive if the drive requires it. The command also marks any bad sectors and it

recovers readable information.

 

You can use the following options:

/p Does an exhaustive check of the drive and corrects any errors.

/r Locates bad sectors and recovers readable information.

Note If you specify the /r option, the /p option is implied. When you

specify the chkdsk command without arguments, the command checks the current

drive with no options in effect.

 

When you run the chkdsk command, you must use the Autochk.exe file. CHKDSK

automatically locates this file in the startup folder. If the Command Console

was preinstalled, the startup folder is typically the Cmdcons folder. If

CHKDSK cannot find Autochk.exe in the startup folder, CHKDSK tries to locate

the Windows installation disc. If it cannot find the installation media,

CHKDSK prompts you for the location of the Autochk.exe file.

CLS

Use this command to clear the screen.

COPY

copy source destination

Use this command to copy a file. In the command syntax, source specifies the

file to copy and destination specifies the folder or file name for the new

file. You cannot use wildcard characters indicated by an asterisk (*), and

you cannot copy a folder. If you copy a compressed file from the Windows

installation disc, the file is automatically decompressed while it is copied.

 

The source of the file can be removable media, any folder in the system

folders of the current Windows installation, the root of any drive, the local

installation sources, or the Cmdcons folder.

 

If destination is unspecified, the default destination is the current

folder. If the file already exists, you are prompted whether you want the

copied file to overwrite the existing file. The destination cannot be

removable media.

DEL and DELETE

del drive: path filename

delete drive: path filename

Use this command to delete a file. In the command syntax, drive: path

filename specifies the file that you want to delete. The delete command works

only in the system folders of the current Windows installation, in removable

media, in the root folder of any hard disk partition, or in the local

installation sources. The delete command does not accept wildcard characters.

DIR

dir drive: path filename

Use this command to display a list of files and subfolders in a folder. In

the command syntax, drive: path filename specifies the drive, folder, and

files to list. The dir command lists all files, including hidden files and

system files. Files can have the following attributes:

D Directory

H Hidden file

S System file

E Encrypted

R Read-only file

A Files ready for archiving

C Compressed

P Reparse point

The dir command works only in the system folders of the current Windows

installation, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard disk

partition, or in the local installation sources.

DISABLE

disable servicename

Use this command to disable a Windows system service or a driver. In the

command syntax, servicename specifies the name of the service or driver that

you want to disable.

 

Use the listsvc command to display all services or drivers that are eligible

to be disabled. The disable command prints the old start type of the service

before resetting the start type to SERVICE_DISABLED. Record the old start

type if you must enable the service again.

 

The disable command displays the following start_type values:

SERVICE_DISABLED

SERVICE_BOOT_START

SERVICE_SYSTEM_START

SERVICE_AUTO_START

SERVICE_DEMAND_START

DISKPART

diskpart /add /delete device_name drive_name partition_name size

Use this command to manage the partitions on your hard disk volumes. You can

use the following options:

/add Creates a new partition.

/delete Deletes an existing partition.

device_name The name of the device that is used to create a new partition.

drive_name A drive-letter-based name, for example D:.

partition_name The partition-based name for deleting an existing partition.

size The size of the new partition in megabytes.

You can determine the device name from the output of the MAP command, for

example, \Device\HardDisk0. You can use the partition name instead of the

drive name argument, for example, \Device\HardDisk0\Partition1. If you use no

arguments, a user interface for managing your partitions appears.

 

Warning If you use this command on a disk that has a dynamic disk

configuration, you may damage the partition table. Do not modify the

structure of dynamic disks unless you are using the Disk Management tool.

ENABLE

enable servicename start_type

You can use the enable command to enable a Windows system service or a driver.

 

Use the listsvc command to display all eligible services or drivers to

enable. The enable command prints the old start type of the service before it

is reset to the new value. It is a good idea to note the old value, in case

you have to restore the start type of the service.

 

Valid options for start_type are as follows:

SERVICE_BOOT_START

SERVICE_SYSTEM_START

SERVICE_AUTO_START

SERVICE_DEMAND_START

If you do not specify a new start type, the enable command prints the old

start type for you.

EXIT

Use the exit command to exit the Recovery Console and restart your computer.

EXPAND

expand source [/F:filespec] [destination] [/y]

expand source [/F:filespec] /D

Use this command to expand a file. In the command syntax, source specifies

the name of the file to be expanded and destination specifies the folder for

the new file. If you do not specify a destination, the command uses the

current folder by default. You cannot include wildcard characters.

 

You can use the following options:

/y Do not prompt before overwriting an existing file.

/f:filespec Identifies the files to be expanded.

/d Do not expand; display only a directory of the files in the source.

If the source contains more than one file, you must use the /f:filespec

parameter to find the specific files to be expanded. You can include wildcard

characters.

 

The destination can be any folder in the system folders of the current

Windows installation, in the root of the drive, in the local installation

sources, or in the Cmdcons folder. The destination cannot be removable media,

and the destination file cannot be read-only. Use the attrib command to

remove the read-only attribute.

 

Unless you use the /y option, the expand command prompts you if the

destination file already exists.

FIXBOOT

fixboot drive name:

Use this command to write the new Windows boot sector code on the system

partition. In the command syntax, drive name is the drive letter where the

boot sector will be written. This command fixes damage in the Windows boot

sector. This command overrides the default setting, which writes to the

system boot partition. The fixboot command is supported only on x86-based

computers.

FIXMBR

fixmbr device name

Use this command to repair the MBR of the boot partition. In the command

syntax, device name is an optional device name that specifies the device that

requires a new MBR. Use this command if a virus has damaged the MBR and

Windows cannot start.

 

Warning This command can damage your partition tables if a virus is present

or if a hardware problem exists. If you use this command, you may create

inaccessible partitions. We recommend that you run antivirus software before

you use this command.

 

You can obtain the device name from the output of the map command. If you do

not specify a device name, the MBR of the boot device is repaired, for

example:

fixmbr \device\harddisk2

If the fixmbr command detects an invalid or non-standard partition table

signature, fixmbr command prompts you for permission before it rewrites the

MBR. The fixmbr command is supported only on x86-based computers.

FORMAT

format drive: /Q /FS:file-system

Use this command to format the specified drive to the specified file system.

In the command syntax, /Q performs a quick format of the drive, drive is the

drive letter of the partition to format, and /FS:file-system specifies the

type of file system to use such as FAT, FAT32, or NTFS. If you do not specify

a file system, the existing file system format is used if it is available.

LISTSVC

The listsvc command lists all available services, drivers, and their start

types for the current Windows installation. This command is useful together

with the disable and enable commands.

 

The list is extracted from the %SystemRoot%\System32\Config\System hive. If

the System hive is damaged or missing, the results are unpredictable.

LOGON

logon

The logon command lists all detected installations of Windows and then

requests the local administrator password for the copy of Windows that you

want to log on to. If your first three tries to log on fail, the console

closes, and your computer restarts.

MAP

map arc

Use this command to list drive letters, file system types, partition sizes,

and mappings to physical devices. In the command syntax, the arc parameter

tells the map command to use ARC paths instead of Windows Device paths.

MD and MKDIR

The md and mkdir commands create new folders. Wildcard characters are not

supported. The mkdir command works only in the system folders of the current

installation of Windows, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard

disk partition, or in the local installation sources.

MORE

more filename

Use this command to display a text file to the screen.

NET

Although the Help file states otherwise, the net command is not usable from

the Recovery Console. The protocols stack is not loaded for the Recovery

Console. Therefore, there is no networking function available.

RD and RMDIR

Use rd and rmdir commands to delete a folder. These commands work only in

the system folders of the current Windows installation, in removable media,

in the root folder of any hard disk partition, or in the local installation

sources.

REN and RENAME

Use the ren and rename commands to rename a file.

 

Note You cannot specify a new drive or path for the renamed file. These

commands work only in the system folders of the current Windows installation,

in removable media, in the root folder of any hard disk partition, or in the

local installation sources.

SET

You can use the set to display or modify four environment options.

AllowWildCards = FALSE AllowAllPaths = FALSE AllowRemovableMedia = FALSE

NoCopyPrompt = FALSE

For more information about how to use the set command, click the following

article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

235364 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/235364/) Description of the SET

command in Recovery Console

SYSTEMROOT

The systemroot command sets the current working folder to the %SystemRoot%

folder of the Windows installation that you are currently logged on to.

TYPE

type filename

Use the type command to display a text file.

</Q>

HTH,

nass

---

http://www.nasstec.co.uk

[Guest icart89]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"nass" wrote:

>

>

> "icart89" wrote:

>

> >

> >

> > "nass" wrote:

> >

> > >

> > >

> > > "icart89" wrote:

> > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > "nass" wrote:

> > > >

> > > > >

> > > > >

> > > > > "icart89" wrote:

> > > > >

> > > > > > I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

> > > > > > on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

> > > > > > me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

> > > > > > once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

> > > > > > more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

> > > > > > went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

> > > > > > because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

> > > > > > computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

> > > > > > After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

> > > > > > windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

> > > > > >

> > > > > > "(something....) Configuration"

> > > > > > "Start Windows Normally"

> > > > > >

> > > > > > It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

> > > > > > screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

> > > > > > several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

> > > > > > know what the problem is, please respond.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > Thank you for reading,

> > > > > > Traci

> > > > >

> > > > > Restart in Safe Mode by tapping the F8 on start

> > > > > Up until you get the Boot up options and select Safe Mode.

> > > > >

> > > > > In safe Mode click Start >> All programs >> Accessories >> System Tools >>

> > > > > System Restore and pick up a Restore point to restore your system.

> > > > > It will do the reboot and the rstore will procedure pay attention to it and

> > > > > see if it was successful or not.

> > > > >

> > > > > Or Try the Last Good known Configuration Options.

> > > > > Did you get the CD out from the Drive?

> > > > > HTH,

> > > > > nass

> > > > > ---

> > > > > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > I tried the Safe Mode thing but I couldn't follow your exact directions so I

> > > > did what was similar. As the computer started I tapped the F8 key like you

> > > > said. I got new options from the usual black screen. Using the up and down

> > > > arrow keys I went to safe mode then saw an option that said 'Windows Recovery

> > > > Console...' I clicked on it and I got a blue screen saying at the top 'A

> > > > problem has been detected and Windows will shut down to prevent damage to

> > > > your computer'.

> > > > Beneath it it says: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> > > >

> > > > It also says if this is the first time I received this message(which it is)

> > > > to restart my computer. If I see it again something hasn't been installed

> > > > proerly or I may have to uninstall something.

> > > >

> > > > So I;m not sure if it worked.

> > > >

> > > > Yes I've tried the Last Known Good Configuration and the CD is not in the

> > > > computer.

> > > >

> > > > I hope you continue your help.

> > > > TRaci

> > >

> > > Traci

> > > Try to log into Safe Mode and then click Start >> All programs >>

> > > Accessories>> System Tools >> System Restore and restore to an earlier point!

> > > Getting into Windows Safe Mode

> > > http://bertk.mvps.org/html/safemode.html

> > >

> > > Error Message when you restart your computer: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> > >

> > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/297185

> > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555302

> > >

> > > How to recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP from

> > > starting

> > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307545

> > > HTH,

> > > nass

> > > ---

> > > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> > >

> >

> >

> > First off, thank you so much for not giving up on me yet.

> >

> > Okay, I clicked on the first link you provided and was following the

> > directions until I came across some differences.

> >

> > The instructions said to tap F8, then click Safe Mode. From there I'm

> > supposed to click on Microsoft Windows XP Professional. I'm supposed to see

> > some files load and it should take me to the administration account where i

> > enter a password or not if I didn't set one.

> >

> > On my computer I do not have that option. Instead it says:

> > Windows XP Media Center

> > Windows Recovery Console

> >

> > I clicked on Windows XP Media Center and some files loaded. However it did

> > not take me to the blue administrator account screen where I could log in. It

> > took me back to the original black screen, which you would get without

> > tapping F8.

> >

> > I took a look at the alternative method but it seems you need to get in the

> > computer for that. My computer doesn't load to the desktop so I can't click

> > on start or anything. The most it goes is to the Windows XP Professional

> > loading screen(black screen with a short loading bar beneath it) then from

> > there, my computer sort of resets itself(taking me back to the original black

> > screen).

> >

> > Looking forward to your reply,

> > Traci

>

> Try to use Recovery Console to run the chkdsk /r from the RC.

>

> CHKDSK /R

>

> Or this Coomand

> bootcfg /rebuild

> FIXBOOT

> FIXMBR

>

> Does the above help?

> If it doesn't I will querry the HDD health by running the HDD manufacturer

> diagnostic tools and the RAM sticks.

>

> <Q>

> Available commands within Windows Recovery Console

> The following commands are available within the Windows Recovery Console.

> The commands are not case-sensitive.

>

> Warning Some of these commands can make your system inoperable. Read the

> whole explanation of any command before you enter it onto the command line.

> Seek the advice of a support professional if you have any questions or

> concerns about a particular command.

> HELP

> Use the help command to list all the following supported commands:

>

> attrib del fixboot more set

> batch delete fixmbr mkdir systemroot

> bootcfg dir format more type

> cd disable help net

> chdir diskpart listsvc rd

> chkdsk enable logon ren

> cls exit map rename

> copy expand md rmdir

>

>

> ATTRIB

> Use the attrib command together with one or more of the following parameters

> to change the attributes of a file or a folder:

> -R

> +R

> -S

> +S

> -H

> +H

> -C

> +C

> Notes

> + Sets an attribute

> - Resets an attribute

> R Read-only file attribute

> S System file attribute

> H Hidden file attribute

> C Compressed file attribute

>

> You must set or clear at least one attribute.

>

> To view attributes, use the dir command.

> BATCH

> batch inputfile [outputfile]

> Use this command to run commands that are specified in a text file. In the

> command syntax, inputfile specifies the text file that contains the list of

> commands to be run, and outputfile specifies the file that contains the

> output of the specified commands. If you do not specify an output file, the

> output appears on the screen.

> BOOTCFG

> Use this command for boot configuration and recovery. This command has the

> following options:

> bootcfg /add

> bootcfg /rebuild

> bootcfg /scan

> bootcfg /list

> bootcfg /disableredirect

> bootcfg /redirect [portbaudrate] | [useBiosSettings]

> Examples:

> bootcfg /redirect com1 115200

> bootcfg /redirect useBiosSettings

> You can use the following options:

> /add Adds a Windows installation to the boot menu list.

> /rebuild Iterates through all Windows installations so that you can specify

> which installations to add.

> /scan Scans all disks for Windows installations and displays the results so

> that you can specify which installations to add.

> /default Sets the default boot entry.

> /list Lists the entries already in the boot menu list.

> /disableredirect Disables redirection in the boot loader.

> /redirect Enables redirection in the boot loader, with the specified

> configuration.

> CD and CHDIR

> Use the cd and chdir commands to change to a different folder. For example,

> you can use the following commands:

> Type cd .. to change to the parent folder.

> Type cd drive: to display the current folder in the specified drive.

> Type cd without parameters to display the current drive and folder.

> The chdir command treats spaces as delimiters. Because of this, you must put

> quotation marks ("") around a folder name that contains a space.The following

> is an example:

> cd "\windows\profiles\username\programs\start menu"

> The chdir command works only in the system folders of the current

> installation of Windows, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard

> disk partition, or in the local installation sources.

> CHKDSK

> chkdsk drive /p /r

> The chkdsk command checks the specified drive and repairs or recovers the

> drive if the drive requires it. The command also marks any bad sectors and it

> recovers readable information.

>

> You can use the following options:

> /p Does an exhaustive check of the drive and corrects any errors.

> /r Locates bad sectors and recovers readable information.

> Note If you specify the /r option, the /p option is implied. When you

> specify the chkdsk command without arguments, the command checks the current

> drive with no options in effect.

>

> When you run the chkdsk command, you must use the Autochk.exe file. CHKDSK

> automatically locates this file in the startup folder. If the Command Console

> was preinstalled, the startup folder is typically the Cmdcons folder. If

> CHKDSK cannot find Autochk.exe in the startup folder, CHKDSK tries to locate

> the Windows installation disc. If it cannot find the installation media,

> CHKDSK prompts you for the location of the Autochk.exe file.

> CLS

> Use this command to clear the screen.

> COPY

> copy source destination

> Use this command to copy a file. In the command syntax, source specifies the

> file to copy and destination specifies the folder or file name for the new

> file. You cannot use wildcard characters indicated by an asterisk (*), and

> you cannot copy a folder. If you copy a compressed file from the Windows

> installation disc, the file is automatically decompressed while it is copied.

>

> The source of the file can be removable media, any folder in the system

> folders of the current Windows installation, the root of any drive, the local

> installation sources, or the Cmdcons folder.

>

> If destination is unspecified, the default destination is the current

> folder. If the file already exists, you are prompted whether you want the

> copied file to overwrite the existing file. The destination cannot be

> removable media.

> DEL and DELETE

> del drive: path filename

> delete drive: path filename

> Use this command to delete a file. In the command syntax, drive: path

> filename specifies the file that you want to delete. The delete command works

> only in the system folders of the current Windows installation, in removable

> media, in the root folder of any hard disk partition, or in the local

> installation sources. The delete command does not accept wildcard characters.

> DIR

> dir drive: path filename

> Use this command to display a list of files and subfolders in a folder. In

> the command syntax, drive: path filename specifies the drive, folder, and

> files to list. The dir command lists all files, including hidden files and

> system files. Files can have the following attributes:

> D Directory

> H Hidden file

> S System file

> E Encrypted

> R Read-only file

> A Files ready for archiving

> C Compressed

> P Reparse point

> The dir command works only in the system folders of the current Windows

> installation, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard disk

> partition, or in the local installation sources.

> DISABLE

> disable servicename

> Use this command to disable a Windows system service or a driver. In the

> command syntax, servicename specifies the name of the service or driver that

> you want to disable.

>

> Use the listsvc command to display all services or drivers that are eligible

 

 

 

I've tried the Window Recovery Console and all it does it take me to a blue

screen that says: UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME

 

So I can't run the chkdsk/r (nor do I know what it is)

 

From there I have no choice but to hold down the power button to shut my

computer off. I 'll look into the other links you've provided.

[Guest nass]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"icart89" wrote:

>

>

> "nass" wrote:

>

> >

> >

> > "icart89" wrote:

> >

> > >

> > >

> > > "nass" wrote:

> > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > "icart89" wrote:

> > > >

> > > > >

> > > > >

> > > > > "nass" wrote:

> > > > >

> > > > > >

> > > > > >

> > > > > > "icart89" wrote:

> > > > > >

> > > > > > > I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

> > > > > > > on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

> > > > > > > me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

> > > > > > > once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

> > > > > > > more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

> > > > > > > went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

> > > > > > > because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

> > > > > > > computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

> > > > > > > After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

> > > > > > > windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > "(something....) Configuration"

> > > > > > > "Start Windows Normally"

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

> > > > > > > screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

> > > > > > > several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

> > > > > > > know what the problem is, please respond.

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > Thank you for reading,

> > > > > > > Traci

> > > > > >

> > > > > > Restart in Safe Mode by tapping the F8 on start

> > > > > > Up until you get the Boot up options and select Safe Mode.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > In safe Mode click Start >> All programs >> Accessories >> System Tools >>

> > > > > > System Restore and pick up a Restore point to restore your system.

> > > > > > It will do the reboot and the rstore will procedure pay attention to it and

> > > > > > see if it was successful or not.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > Or Try the Last Good known Configuration Options.

> > > > > > Did you get the CD out from the Drive?

> > > > > > HTH,

> > > > > > nass

> > > > > > ---

> > > > > > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> > > > >

> > > > >

> > > > >

> > > > > I tried the Safe Mode thing but I couldn't follow your exact directions so I

> > > > > did what was similar. As the computer started I tapped the F8 key like you

> > > > > said. I got new options from the usual black screen. Using the up and down

> > > > > arrow keys I went to safe mode then saw an option that said 'Windows Recovery

> > > > > Console...' I clicked on it and I got a blue screen saying at the top 'A

> > > > > problem has been detected and Windows will shut down to prevent damage to

> > > > > your computer'.

> > > > > Beneath it it says: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> > > > >

> > > > > It also says if this is the first time I received this message(which it is)

> > > > > to restart my computer. If I see it again something hasn't been installed

> > > > > proerly or I may have to uninstall something.

> > > > >

> > > > > So I;m not sure if it worked.

> > > > >

> > > > > Yes I've tried the Last Known Good Configuration and the CD is not in the

> > > > > computer.

> > > > >

> > > > > I hope you continue your help.

> > > > > TRaci

> > > >

> > > > Traci

> > > > Try to log into Safe Mode and then click Start >> All programs >>

> > > > Accessories>> System Tools >> System Restore and restore to an earlier point!

> > > > Getting into Windows Safe Mode

> > > > http://bertk.mvps.org/html/safemode.html

> > > >

> > > > Error Message when you restart your computer: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> > > >

> > > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/297185

> > > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555302

> > > >

> > > > How to recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP from

> > > > starting

> > > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307545

> > > > HTH,

> > > > nass

> > > > ---

> > > > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> > > >

> > >

> > >

> > > First off, thank you so much for not giving up on me yet.

> > >

> > > Okay, I clicked on the first link you provided and was following the

> > > directions until I came across some differences.

> > >

> > > The instructions said to tap F8, then click Safe Mode. From there I'm

> > > supposed to click on Microsoft Windows XP Professional. I'm supposed to see

> > > some files load and it should take me to the administration account where i

> > > enter a password or not if I didn't set one.

> > >

> > > On my computer I do not have that option. Instead it says:

> > > Windows XP Media Center

> > > Windows Recovery Console

> > >

> > > I clicked on Windows XP Media Center and some files loaded. However it did

> > > not take me to the blue administrator account screen where I could log in. It

> > > took me back to the original black screen, which you would get without

> > > tapping F8.

> > >

> > > I took a look at the alternative method but it seems you need to get in the

> > > computer for that. My computer doesn't load to the desktop so I can't click

> > > on start or anything. The most it goes is to the Windows XP Professional

> > > loading screen(black screen with a short loading bar beneath it) then from

> > > there, my computer sort of resets itself(taking me back to the original black

> > > screen).

> > >

> > > Looking forward to your reply,

> > > Traci

> >

> > Try to use Recovery Console to run the chkdsk /r from the RC.

> >

> > CHKDSK /R

> >

> > Or this Coomand

> > bootcfg /rebuild

> > FIXBOOT

> > FIXMBR

> >

> > Does the above help?

> > If it doesn't I will querry the HDD health by running the HDD manufacturer

> > diagnostic tools and the RAM sticks.

> >

> > <Q>

> > Available commands within Windows Recovery Console

> > The following commands are available within the Windows Recovery Console.

> > The commands are not case-sensitive.

> >

> > Warning Some of these commands can make your system inoperable. Read the

> > whole explanation of any command before you enter it onto the command line.

> > Seek the advice of a support professional if you have any questions or

> > concerns about a particular command.

> > HELP

> > Use the help command to list all the following supported commands:

> >

> > attrib del fixboot more set

> > batch delete fixmbr mkdir systemroot

> > bootcfg dir format more type

> > cd disable help net

> > chdir diskpart listsvc rd

> > chkdsk enable logon ren

> > cls exit map rename

> > copy expand md rmdir

> >

> >

> > ATTRIB

> > Use the attrib command together with one or more of the following parameters

> > to change the attributes of a file or a folder:

> > -R

> > +R

> > -S

> > +S

> > -H

> > +H

> > -C

> > +C

> > Notes

> > + Sets an attribute

> > - Resets an attribute

> > R Read-only file attribute

> > S System file attribute

> > H Hidden file attribute

> > C Compressed file attribute

> >

> > You must set or clear at least one attribute.

> >

> > To view attributes, use the dir command.

> > BATCH

> > batch inputfile [outputfile]

> > Use this command to run commands that are specified in a text file. In the

> > command syntax, inputfile specifies the text file that contains the list of

> > commands to be run, and outputfile specifies the file that contains the

> > output of the specified commands. If you do not specify an output file, the

> > output appears on the screen.

> > BOOTCFG

> > Use this command for boot configuration and recovery. This command has the

> > following options:

> > bootcfg /add

> > bootcfg /rebuild

> > bootcfg /scan

> > bootcfg /list

> > bootcfg /disableredirect

> > bootcfg /redirect [portbaudrate] | [useBiosSettings]

> > Examples:

> > bootcfg /redirect com1 115200

> > bootcfg /redirect useBiosSettings

> > You can use the following options:

> > /add Adds a Windows installation to the boot menu list.

> > /rebuild Iterates through all Windows installations so that you can specify

> > which installations to add.

> > /scan Scans all disks for Windows installations and displays the results so

> > that you can specify which installations to add.

> > /default Sets the default boot entry.

> > /list Lists the entries already in the boot menu list.

> > /disableredirect Disables redirection in the boot loader.

> > /redirect Enables redirection in the boot loader, with the specified

> > configuration.

> > CD and CHDIR

> > Use the cd and chdir commands to change to a different folder. For example,

> > you can use the following commands:

> > Type cd .. to change to the parent folder.

> > Type cd drive: to display the current folder in the specified drive.

> > Type cd without parameters to display the current drive and folder.

> > The chdir command treats spaces as delimiters. Because of this, you must put

> > quotation marks ("") around a folder name that contains a space.The following

> > is an example:

> > cd "\windows\profiles\username\programs\start menu"

> > The chdir command works only in the system folders of the current

> > installation of Windows, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard

> > disk partition, or in the local installation sources.

> > CHKDSK

> > chkdsk drive /p /r

> > The chkdsk command checks the specified drive and repairs or recovers the

> > drive if the drive requires it. The command also marks any bad sectors and it

> > recovers readable information.

> >

> > You can use the following options:

> > /p Does an exhaustive check of the drive and corrects any errors.

> > /r Locates bad sectors and recovers readable information.

> > Note If you specify the /r option, the /p option is implied. When you

> > specify the chkdsk command without arguments, the command checks the current

> > drive with no options in effect.

> >

> > When you run the chkdsk command, you must use the Autochk.exe file. CHKDSK

> > automatically locates this file in the startup folder. If the Command Console

> > was preinstalled, the startup folder is typically the Cmdcons folder. If

> > CHKDSK cannot find Autochk.exe in the startup folder, CHKDSK tries to locate

> > the Windows installation disc. If it cannot find the installation media,

> > CHKDSK prompts you for the location of the Autochk.exe file.

> > CLS

> > Use this command to clear the screen.

> > COPY

> > copy source destination

> > Use this command to copy a file. In the command syntax, source specifies the

> > file to copy and destination specifies the folder or file name for the new

> > file. You cannot use wildcard characters indicated by an asterisk (*), and

> > you cannot copy a folder. If you copy a compressed file from the Windows

> > installation disc, the file is automatically decompressed while it is copied.

> >

> > The source of the file can be removable media, any folder in the system

> > folders of the current Windows installation, the root of any drive, the local

> > installation sources, or the Cmdcons folder.

> >

> > If destination is unspecified, the default destination is the current

> > folder. If the file already exists, you are prompted whether you want the

> > copied file to overwrite the existing file. The destination cannot be

> > removable media.

> > DEL and DELETE

> > del drive: path filename

> > delete drive: path filename

> > Use this command to delete a file. In the command syntax, drive: path

> > filename specifies the file that you want to delete. The delete command works

> > only in the system folders of the current Windows installation, in removable

> > media, in the root folder of any hard disk partition, or in the local

> > installation sources. The delete command does not accept wildcard characters.

> > DIR

> > dir drive: path filename

> > Use this command to display a list of files and subfolders in a folder. In

> > the command syntax, drive: path filename specifies the drive, folder, and

> > files to list. The dir command lists all files, including hidden files and

> > system files. Files can have the following attributes:

> > D Directory

> > H Hidden file

> > S System file

> > E Encrypted

> > R Read-only file

> > A Files ready for archiving

> > C Compressed

> > P Reparse point

> > The dir command works only in the system folders of the current Windows

> > installation, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard disk

> > partition, or in the local installation sources.

> > DISABLE

> > disable servicename

> > Use this command to disable a Windows system service or a driver. In the

 

 

Try to chnage the Boot up option for which device to start in the BIOS and

make the CD the first Boot device then your HDD and see if that will help.

If it will not help then your HDD health should be questioned by running a

test or just back up the data by Hooking it up as slave to another machine

and rescue the data and time for another HDD or new machine, sorry for bad

news!

HTH,

nass

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http://www.nasstec.co.uk

[Guest icart89]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"nass" wrote:

>

>

> "icart89" wrote:

>

> >

> >

> > "nass" wrote:

> >

> > >

> > >

> > > "icart89" wrote:

> > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > "nass" wrote:

> > > >

> > > > >

> > > > >

> > > > > "icart89" wrote:

> > > > >

> > > > > >

> > > > > >

> > > > > > "nass" wrote:

> > > > > >

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > "icart89" wrote:

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > > I was on my computer playing a game, (PC game, not online) and it loaded slow

> > > > > > > > on a particular item(downloaded online) I clicked on. I assumed it froze on

> > > > > > > > me although the hour glass was still spinning so I click 'Ctrl Alt Delete' at

> > > > > > > > once to end the task for the game. It didn't show so I pressed it several

> > > > > > > > more times. After a while the item from the game finally loaded. But the game

> > > > > > > > went very slow so I exited the game. However, I couldn't exit properly

> > > > > > > > because the task window said it was 'Not REsponding' so I had to shut my

> > > > > > > > computer off myself by holding down the power button until it shut down.

> > > > > > > > After a few seconds I turned it back on. I got a black screen telling me that

> > > > > > > > windows did not start properly. It also gave me options to choose from:

> > > > > > > >

> > > > > > > > "(something....) Configuration"

> > > > > > > > "Start Windows Normally"

> > > > > > > >

> > > > > > > > It said a lot more but I don't remember all of it. At the bottom of the

> > > > > > > > screen it gave me about 26 seconds before it said it was going to start.

> > > > > > > >

> > > > > > > > I tried all options that were there. I even waited pass the 26 seconds

> > > > > > > > several times. If I'm not being very clear please let me know. Or if you do

> > > > > > > > know what the problem is, please respond.

> > > > > > > >

> > > > > > > > Thank you for reading,

> > > > > > > > Traci

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > Restart in Safe Mode by tapping the F8 on start

> > > > > > > Up until you get the Boot up options and select Safe Mode.

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > In safe Mode click Start >> All programs >> Accessories >> System Tools >>

> > > > > > > System Restore and pick up a Restore point to restore your system.

> > > > > > > It will do the reboot and the rstore will procedure pay attention to it and

> > > > > > > see if it was successful or not.

> > > > > > >

> > > > > > > Or Try the Last Good known Configuration Options.

> > > > > > > Did you get the CD out from the Drive?

> > > > > > > HTH,

> > > > > > > nass

> > > > > > > ---

> > > > > > > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> > > > > >

> > > > > >

> > > > > >

> > > > > > I tried the Safe Mode thing but I couldn't follow your exact directions so I

> > > > > > did what was similar. As the computer started I tapped the F8 key like you

> > > > > > said. I got new options from the usual black screen. Using the up and down

> > > > > > arrow keys I went to safe mode then saw an option that said 'Windows Recovery

> > > > > > Console...' I clicked on it and I got a blue screen saying at the top 'A

> > > > > > problem has been detected and Windows will shut down to prevent damage to

> > > > > > your computer'.

> > > > > > Beneath it it says: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > It also says if this is the first time I received this message(which it is)

> > > > > > to restart my computer. If I see it again something hasn't been installed

> > > > > > proerly or I may have to uninstall something.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > So I;m not sure if it worked.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > Yes I've tried the Last Known Good Configuration and the CD is not in the

> > > > > > computer.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > I hope you continue your help.

> > > > > > TRaci

> > > > >

> > > > > Traci

> > > > > Try to log into Safe Mode and then click Start >> All programs >>

> > > > > Accessories>> System Tools >> System Restore and restore to an earlier point!

> > > > > Getting into Windows Safe Mode

> > > > > http://bertk.mvps.org/html/safemode.html

> > > > >

> > > > > Error Message when you restart your computer: UMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME.

> > > > >

> > > > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/297185

> > > > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555302

> > > > >

> > > > > How to recover from a corrupted registry that prevents Windows XP from

> > > > > starting

> > > > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307545

> > > > > HTH,

> > > > > nass

> > > > > ---

> > > > > http://www.nasstec.co.uk

> > > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > First off, thank you so much for not giving up on me yet.

> > > >

> > > > Okay, I clicked on the first link you provided and was following the

> > > > directions until I came across some differences.

> > > >

> > > > The instructions said to tap F8, then click Safe Mode. From there I'm

> > > > supposed to click on Microsoft Windows XP Professional. I'm supposed to see

> > > > some files load and it should take me to the administration account where i

> > > > enter a password or not if I didn't set one.

> > > >

> > > > On my computer I do not have that option. Instead it says:

> > > > Windows XP Media Center

> > > > Windows Recovery Console

> > > >

> > > > I clicked on Windows XP Media Center and some files loaded. However it did

> > > > not take me to the blue administrator account screen where I could log in. It

> > > > took me back to the original black screen, which you would get without

> > > > tapping F8.

> > > >

> > > > I took a look at the alternative method but it seems you need to get in the

> > > > computer for that. My computer doesn't load to the desktop so I can't click

> > > > on start or anything. The most it goes is to the Windows XP Professional

> > > > loading screen(black screen with a short loading bar beneath it) then from

> > > > there, my computer sort of resets itself(taking me back to the original black

> > > > screen).

> > > >

> > > > Looking forward to your reply,

> > > > Traci

> > >

> > > Try to use Recovery Console to run the chkdsk /r from the RC.

> > >

> > > CHKDSK /R

> > >

> > > Or this Coomand

> > > bootcfg /rebuild

> > > FIXBOOT

> > > FIXMBR

> > >

> > > Does the above help?

> > > If it doesn't I will querry the HDD health by running the HDD manufacturer

> > > diagnostic tools and the RAM sticks.

> > >

> > > <Q>

> > > Available commands within Windows Recovery Console

> > > The following commands are available within the Windows Recovery Console.

> > > The commands are not case-sensitive.

> > >

> > > Warning Some of these commands can make your system inoperable. Read the

> > > whole explanation of any command before you enter it onto the command line.

> > > Seek the advice of a support professional if you have any questions or

> > > concerns about a particular command.

> > > HELP

> > > Use the help command to list all the following supported commands:

> > >

> > > attrib del fixboot more set

> > > batch delete fixmbr mkdir systemroot

> > > bootcfg dir format more type

> > > cd disable help net

> > > chdir diskpart listsvc rd

> > > chkdsk enable logon ren

> > > cls exit map rename

> > > copy expand md rmdir

> > >

> > >

> > > ATTRIB

> > > Use the attrib command together with one or more of the following parameters

> > > to change the attributes of a file or a folder:

> > > -R

> > > +R

> > > -S

> > > +S

> > > -H

> > > +H

> > > -C

> > > +C

> > > Notes

> > > + Sets an attribute

> > > - Resets an attribute

> > > R Read-only file attribute

> > > S System file attribute

> > > H Hidden file attribute

> > > C Compressed file attribute

> > >

> > > You must set or clear at least one attribute.

> > >

> > > To view attributes, use the dir command.

> > > BATCH

> > > batch inputfile [outputfile]

> > > Use this command to run commands that are specified in a text file. In the

> > > command syntax, inputfile specifies the text file that contains the list of

> > > commands to be run, and outputfile specifies the file that contains the

> > > output of the specified commands. If you do not specify an output file, the

> > > output appears on the screen.

> > > BOOTCFG

> > > Use this command for boot configuration and recovery. This command has the

> > > following options:

> > > bootcfg /add

> > > bootcfg /rebuild

> > > bootcfg /scan

> > > bootcfg /list

> > > bootcfg /disableredirect

> > > bootcfg /redirect [portbaudrate] | [useBiosSettings]

> > > Examples:

> > > bootcfg /redirect com1 115200

> > > bootcfg /redirect useBiosSettings

> > > You can use the following options:

> > > /add Adds a Windows installation to the boot menu list.

> > > /rebuild Iterates through all Windows installations so that you can specify

> > > which installations to add.

> > > /scan Scans all disks for Windows installations and displays the results so

> > > that you can specify which installations to add.

> > > /default Sets the default boot entry.

> > > /list Lists the entries already in the boot menu list.

> > > /disableredirect Disables redirection in the boot loader.

> > > /redirect Enables redirection in the boot loader, with the specified

> > > configuration.

> > > CD and CHDIR

> > > Use the cd and chdir commands to change to a different folder. For example,

> > > you can use the following commands:

> > > Type cd .. to change to the parent folder.

> > > Type cd drive: to display the current folder in the specified drive.

> > > Type cd without parameters to display the current drive and folder.

> > > The chdir command treats spaces as delimiters. Because of this, you must put

> > > quotation marks ("") around a folder name that contains a space.The following

> > > is an example:

> > > cd "\windows\profiles\username\programs\start menu"

> > > The chdir command works only in the system folders of the current

> > > installation of Windows, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard

> > > disk partition, or in the local installation sources.

> > > CHKDSK

> > > chkdsk drive /p /r

> > > The chkdsk command checks the specified drive and repairs or recovers the

> > > drive if the drive requires it. The command also marks any bad sectors and it

> > > recovers readable information.

> > >

> > > You can use the following options:

> > > /p Does an exhaustive check of the drive and corrects any errors.

> > > /r Locates bad sectors and recovers readable information.

> > > Note If you specify the /r option, the /p option is implied. When you

> > > specify the chkdsk command without arguments, the command checks the current

> > > drive with no options in effect.

> > >

> > > When you run the chkdsk command, you must use the Autochk.exe file. CHKDSK

> > > automatically locates this file in the startup folder. If the Command Console

> > > was preinstalled, the startup folder is typically the Cmdcons folder. If

> > > CHKDSK cannot find Autochk.exe in the startup folder, CHKDSK tries to locate

> > > the Windows installation disc. If it cannot find the installation media,

> > > CHKDSK prompts you for the location of the Autochk.exe file.

> > > CLS

> > > Use this command to clear the screen.

> > > COPY

> > > copy source destination

> > > Use this command to copy a file. In the command syntax, source specifies the

> > > file to copy and destination specifies the folder or file name for the new

> > > file. You cannot use wildcard characters indicated by an asterisk (*), and

> > > you cannot copy a folder. If you copy a compressed file from the Windows

> > > installation disc, the file is automatically decompressed while it is copied.

> > >

> > > The source of the file can be removable media, any folder in the system

> > > folders of the current Windows installation, the root of any drive, the local

> > > installation sources, or the Cmdcons folder.

> > >

> > > If destination is unspecified, the default destination is the current

> > > folder. If the file already exists, you are prompted whether you want the

> > > copied file to overwrite the existing file. The destination cannot be

> > > removable media.

> > > DEL and DELETE

> > > del drive: path filename

> > > delete drive: path filename

> > > Use this command to delete a file. In the command syntax, drive: path

> > > filename specifies the file that you want to delete. The delete command works

> > > only in the system folders of the current Windows installation, in removable

> > > media, in the root folder of any hard disk partition, or in the local

> > > installation sources. The delete command does not accept wildcard characters.

> > > DIR

> > > dir drive: path filename

> > > Use this command to display a list of files and subfolders in a folder. In

> > > the command syntax, drive: path filename specifies the drive, folder, and

> > > files to list. The dir command lists all files, including hidden files and

> > > system files. Files can have the following attributes:

> > > D Directory

> > > H Hidden file

> > > S System file

> > > E Encrypted

> > > R Read-only file

> > > A Files ready for archiving

> > > C Compressed

> > > P Reparse point

> > > The dir command works only in the system folders of the current Windows

> > > installation, in removable media, in the root folder of any hard disk

 

 

Thanks for your efforts nass! I really appreciate it. My dad took the

computer to be repaired and it's gonna cost over $200! The guy said our

hardware is worn out or something and it needs to be replaced. Thanks again.

 

Traci

[Guest nass]

RE: Computer Will Not Start

 

 

 

"icart89" wrotte:

 

Thanks for your efforts nass! I really appreciate it. My dad took the

computer to be repaired and it's gonna cost over $200! The guy said our

hardware is worn out or something and it needs to be replaced. Thanks again.

 

Traci

 

Sorry Traci not being of help to you in this matter here, but glad you gone

for the peace of mind and your Dad took the Machine to your local repair

shop and Good luck.

Reagrds,

nass