Windows XP boot up problems

This article deals with the Windows XP support boot up problems which users are facing these days.Start your computer in Safe mode, Use Device Manager to determine if the problem is related to a device driver.

After this simply follow these steps:

1.Use the System Restore tool You can use the System Restore tool to return your computer to a previous working state. System Restore takes a "snapshot" of critical system files and some program files and stores this information as restore points. You can use these restore points to return Windows XP to a previous state.

2.Use the Last Known Good Configuration tool If Windows does not start, try to restore operation of Windows XP by using the Last Known Good configuration. To do this, follow these steps: Start the computer, and then press the F8 key when Windows begins to start.

The Windows Advanced Options menu appears and select Last Known Good Configuration (your most recent settings that worked), and then click OK.

3.Confirm that your CMOS/BIOS settings are correct.Well this procedure may involve changing your CMOS settings and changing your BIOS. For information about the correct CMOS and BIOS settings for your computer and how to check and change these settings, see your computer documentation or contact the manufacturer of your computer.

4.Confirm your hard disk or file system well for this to need to troubleshoot XP Start your computer from the Windows XP CD-ROM, load Microsoft Recovery Console, and then use the Chkdsk command-line utility. This may solve your problem.

Note: If the Chkdsk command reports that it cannot gain access to your hard disk, you may have a hardware failure. Examine all cable connections and any jumper settings on your drive. For more assistance, contact a computer repair professional or the manufacturer of your computer.
If the Chkdsk command reports that it cannot fix all hard disk problems, your file system or Master Boot Record (MBR) may be damaged or no longer accessible. Try appropriate Recovery Console commands such as Fixmbr and Fixboot, contact a data recovery service, or repartition and reformat your hard disk.