Pending: problems accessing XP recovery option

docdaneeka · 10-18-2008

I had a problem with booting. i got the message that windows could not start up because windows/system32/config/system was missing or corrupt. so i looked for some guides on how to fix this and they said enter recovery mode using the XP installaton cd. i tried this but after files have loaded instead of getting the options to install, enter recovery mode or quit i get asked about partitioned and unpartitioned space. it says ;

to set up windows XP on the selected item, press ENTER.

to create a partiton in the unpartitioned space, press C.

to delete selected partition, press D.

the partitions are; C: Partition1 [NTFS] 194466 MB (105996 MB free)
unpartitioed space 8 MB

so does anyone know how i can get into recovery mode from his and fix the original problem? or does this mean something on my computer is beyond repair?

Jelly Bean · 10-18-2008

Hello and welcome to PCHelpForum.

When it says to enter setup now then do this,hit enter.

You will be prompted to press R after this to eneter recovery console then please press R.

docdaneeka · 10-18-2008

i tried it and i didnt see the promt it just goes to the same screen

Hengis · 10-18-2008

Hi there..to save me typing, here's a great guide from Kelly's Korner

To install the Recovery Console as a Startup Option

With Windows running, insert the Setup CD into your CD-ROM drive. Start/Run/X:i386\winnt32.exe /cmdcons. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Notes:

To run the Recovery Console, restart your computer and select the Recovery Console option from the list of available operating systems.

You must be logged on as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group in order to complete this procedure. If your computer is connected to a network, network policy settings may also prevent you from completing this procedure.

To see the commands available on the Recovery Console, type help at the at the console prompt.

To start the computer and use the Recovery Console

From the Setup CD-ROM

Insert the Setup compact disc (CD) and restart the computer. If prompted, select any options required to boot from the CD.
When the text-based part of Setup begins, follow the prompts; choose the repair or recover option by pressing R. If you have a dual-boot or multiple-boot system, choose the installation that you need to access from the Recovery Console. When prompted, type the Administrator password. At the system prompt, type Recovery Console commands; type help for a list of commands, or help commandname for help on a specific command.

To exit the Recovery Console and restart the computer, type exit.

If you have already installed the Recovery Console

During Startup, select Recovery Console from the startup options menu. If you have a dual-boot or multiple-boot system, choose the installation that you need to access from the Recovery Console. When prompted, type the Administrator password. At the system prompt, type Recovery Console commands; type help for a list of commands, or help commandname for help on a specific command. To exit the Recovery Console and restart the computer, type exit.

Important Note: Because the Recovery Console is quite powerful, it is recommended for use only by advanced users or administrators.

docdaneeka · 10-18-2008

i followed a guide almost exactly that but when the screen that allows me to press 'r' and enter recovery mode shoulod appear it dosnt. instead i get the screen i described that asks me what partition to set up windows in with no option of using recovery mode.

pops · 10-18-2008

Hi docdaneeka

May I ask what type of Windows XP CD you are using ?

Is it a retail copy an OEM copy or are you using a vendor supplied recovery installation CD ?

docdaneeka · 10-18-2008

Originally Posted by pops

Hi docdaneeka

May I ask what type of Windows XP CD you are using ?

Is it a retail copy an OEM copy or are you using a vendor supplied recovery installation CD ?

its a retail copy given to me by a mate built this pc for me 3 years ago

10-18-2008	#1
docdaneeka Bronze Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 4 PC Experience: Some Experience	problems accessing XP recovery option I had a problem with booting. i got the message that windows could not start up because windows/system32/config/system was missing or corrupt. so i looked for some guides on how to fix this and they said enter recovery mode using the XP installaton cd. i tried this but after files have loaded instead of getting the options to install, enter recovery mode or quit i get asked about partitioned and unpartitioned space. it says ; to set up windows XP on the selected item, press ENTER. to create a partiton in the unpartitioned space, press C. to delete selected partition, press D. the partitions are; C: Partition1 [NTFS] 194466 MB (105996 MB free) unpartitioed space 8 MB so does anyone know how i can get into recovery mode from his and fix the original problem? or does this mean something on my computer is beyond repair?

10-18-2008	#2
Jelly Bean Stoooooopid Girl. Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Swansea Posts: 12,727 PC Experience: None.	Re: problems accessing XP recovery option Hello and welcome to PCHelpForum. When it says to enter setup now then do this,hit enter. You will be prompted to press R after this to eneter recovery console then please press R. __________________ Rwy'n ceisio fy ngorau.

10-18-2008	#3
docdaneeka Bronze Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 4 PC Experience: Some Experience	Re: problems accessing XP recovery option i tried it and i didnt see the promt it just goes to the same screen

10-18-2008	#4
Hengis PCHF Founder & Owner Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: The PCHF Bunker Posts: 14,077 PC Experience: Microsoft Certified Professional	Re: problems accessing XP recovery option Hi there..to save me typing, here's a great guide from Kelly's Korner To install the Recovery Console as a Startup Option With Windows running, insert the Setup CD into your CD-ROM drive. Start/Run/X:i386\winnt32.exe /cmdcons. Follow the instructions on the screen. Notes: To run the Recovery Console, restart your computer and select the Recovery Console option from the list of available operating systems. You must be logged on as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group in order to complete this procedure. If your computer is connected to a network, network policy settings may also prevent you from completing this procedure. To see the commands available on the Recovery Console, type help at the at the console prompt. To start the computer and use the Recovery Console From the Setup CD-ROM Insert the Setup compact disc (CD) and restart the computer. If prompted, select any options required to boot from the CD. When the text-based part of Setup begins, follow the prompts; choose the repair or recover option by pressing R. If you have a dual-boot or multiple-boot system, choose the installation that you need to access from the Recovery Console. When prompted, type the Administrator password. At the system prompt, type Recovery Console commands; type help for a list of commands, or help commandname for help on a specific command. To exit the Recovery Console and restart the computer, type exit. If you have already installed the Recovery Console During Startup, select Recovery Console from the startup options menu. If you have a dual-boot or multiple-boot system, choose the installation that you need to access from the Recovery Console. When prompted, type the Administrator password. At the system prompt, type Recovery Console commands; type help for a list of commands, or help commandname for help on a specific command. To exit the Recovery Console and restart the computer, type exit. Important Note: Because the Recovery Console is quite powerful, it is recommended for use only by advanced users or administrators. __________________ Pre-Work / System File Checker / Promote PCHF!

10-18-2008	#5
docdaneeka Bronze Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 4 PC Experience: Some Experience	Re: problems accessing XP recovery option i followed a guide almost exactly that but when the screen that allows me to press 'r' and enter recovery mode shoulod appear it dosnt. instead i get the screen i described that asks me what partition to set up windows in with no option of using recovery mode.

10-18-2008	#6
pops Bronze Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 44 PC Experience: Very Experienced	Re: problems accessing XP recovery option Hi docdaneeka May I ask what type of Windows XP CD you are using ? Is it a retail copy an OEM copy or are you using a vendor supplied recovery installation CD ?

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