I have a dual boot PC, Windows XP lite on one partition, and SimplyMepis linux on the other. Today I had 4-6 power surges in a row that turned off my computer. I have it on a pro surge protector provided by my company so I'm fairly sure it wasn't damaged. Well when I went to boot XP lite up the damn thing wouldn't even recognize the keyboard or mouse. I then booted into simplymepis and both work fine (I'm on it right now). What could be the problem with XP and how can I fix it? Thank you! :)
2007-11-06 06:42:47 · 3 answers · asked by JohnThePyro 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
The XP could have corrupted drivers. Those are hard to troubleshoot. The first thing I do is run a repair if I dont have an extra mouse and keyboard laying around.
At least you dont have to replace your MoBo or Power Supply.
Run a Windows XP Repair on that Partition installation that should help it. Restart the computer and boot from the disk. Then press enter button not R button. Press f8 button to agree then it should find your windows installation. Highlight that installation and press enter. You will then be prompted to repair it.
2007-11-06 06:51:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 23:12:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Linux works fine, so XP needs to be Repaired / Re-installed.
Call your company's IT support staff. They need to back up your data FIRST. Don't try this yourself.
2007-11-06 06:52:07 · answer #3 · answered by ELfaGeek 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋