Windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt:
Please re-install a copy of the file above
what do i do when i cant even start my windows and i don't even know what to install
i dont have a cd...and when ever i press any key on my keyboard then the computer restarts and the same thing happens again
2007-11-03 17:16:36 · 8 answers · asked by Constipated Hippie 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
You don't have a factory restore CD that came with your PC? If not, it looks like you are going to have to go buy another copy of windows. Without a windows CD or a factory restore disk, there is nothing that you can do. Maybe a friend has a copy of windows that you can use your Windows Key to reinstall it. Don't bother trying to use a friends key for windows as it will not work. If you do not even have a windows key then you only have one choice. Go out and buy a new copy of windows.
You might try to get a restore CD from your computer manufacturer.
Good luck.
2007-11-03 17:22:58 · answer #1 · answered by Phill Lee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a CD for that one. If you don't want your files to be removed, upgrade it.
Another idea is to download a free OS from the net in an internet cafe or something, and download it (e.g. Open Suse 10.3). Save it in a CD. Insert the Live CD in the Computer and reboot. Make a backup of your files. If you don't have enough budget to buy an original OS. It's always legal to install this Linux OS. Not a bad idea if you ask me.
2007-11-04 00:26:13 · answer #2 · answered by Kevan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sucks to have bought a bootlegged Windows system, or that you knowingly bought such never thought you need it later on like this.
You need such CD, or use a Linux install if you got your mind set on doing that switch. But then again Linux CD is needed for that, everyone that sells Linux do so legally for about $5 per burn compare to $200 per Windows box.
2007-11-04 04:09:15 · answer #3 · answered by Andy T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Google search yielded many mentions and resolutions - here is Microsoft's official article on the problem: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/314477
2007-11-04 00:21:08 · answer #4 · answered by mr_cabbageman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sucks to be you. the windows operating system is missing a file and you need the disk to reinstall or recopy the file back onto your computer.
2007-11-04 00:19:39 · answer #5 · answered by T 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307545 sorry man looks like you got to reinstall your OS
2007-11-04 00:27:45 · answer #6 · answered by tuxedo cat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a Mac. They never do that.
2007-11-04 00:20:00 · answer #7 · answered by thephalkinparadox 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
same thing i dunno whats wrong
2007-11-04 00:19:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋