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Old 01-05-2009   #1
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Default System restore boot disk needed

Scenario: Cannot boot to Windows XP desktop and CANNOT boot to safe mode in any form including command prompt. Need to access System Restore to reverse the error preventing normal operation. I have Bart PE disk if that can be used.

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Hello jmarling!

I'm not real sure about this one myself, but I'll mark this one open to encourage our talented Techs and helpful Members to come and take a look!

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You would be better off using the Recovery Console to repair your Win XP.

Full instruction on it's install and use here...

How to install and use the Recovery Console in Windows XP
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