How to Run Repair Mode from the Windows XP CD-ROM

Windows XP has a repair mode called a "Repair Installation" that--when run--reinstalls the operating system on your computer without deleting any of your personal information. This repair installation is handy for fixing problems with the system files on your XP system.

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Instructions

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  Start your computer from the Windows XP CD-ROM by pressing the DEL or Function key displayed on the screen as the "Boot Menu" key when you restart the computer.
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  Choose the "Boot from CD-ROM" option, press any key when prompted and wait for the file loading process to finish.
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  Press the "Enter" key and press the "F8" key.
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  Select your XP operating system installation and press the "R" key. The repair mode starts and runs a repair installation on your computer.

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