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Windows XP/2000 - windows wont install posted in the Operating Systems forums; my laptop crashed and wouldnt log on 2 windows so i installed windows xp sp3 on my pc from a the boot menu it started 2 copie the files then ...

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Old 08-12-2009   #1
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my laptop crashed and wouldnt log on 2 windows so i installed windows xp sp3 on my pc from a the boot menu it started 2 copie the files then it started saying for quite a few files that the files weren't copied because incorrect function do u want to exit skip or retry wen i clicked retry it popped up with the same box so i started clicking on ignore for all the files
then at the end of copying files it says
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C:\$win_nt:~ls\i386\asms\5100\msft\windows\system\ default\default\man is corrupt;it contains all zeros
can some1 plz help me and tell me wat im doin rong
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Hello connor_walsh and welcome to the PCHF

I will open this thread so that our Tech's and or other members can address your problem.................thanks for your patience
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What make of pc is this box Connor?
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Conner,

Per Wolfey's question above, you might find it useful to post your PC specs as instructed here. Following these directions will make your specs available on *every* post you make at PCHF in a icon near your screen name.
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