Windows 2000 prof.

[dstorm2]

i got that winnt\system32\config\system error message and pc wont boot past dell screen.i have an dell optiplex gx150 running windows 2000 prof. and dont have any recovery disks,bootup floppys or original os cd.i bought used and it came with only the tower.i'm currently unemployed so my only options are to try to fix on my own and with the help of some tech savy online help.i tried making a boot up cd but didnt work,the diagnostic says harddrive is working but cant figure out why the cd-drive isnt booting.i'm trying to restore the os back into working condition but its alot of hassle.anyone with any ideas will be really helpfull.

[RandyL]

Check the BIOS to see if it's set to boot from the CD drive first. If not change it-save the change-exit the BIOS.

 

If the hardware passes the Dell diagnostics you will still need the installation disk or boot floppies to even attempt a repair of the system.

 

A couple of possibilities can be found at:

kbalertz

or

Microsofts Windows 2000 Registry Repair Utility

 

Considering the age of this computer the drive could be bad. Even if it is not there isn't going to be a lot you can do with this computer even if you get it running in my opinion.