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Hello,
I have an old computer running XP that refuses to display the session desktop after entering the password (I can't explain why).
So, I created a bootable Windows 7 USB stick that is recognized and works on other PCs except this one...
After managing to enter the blue "Phoenix" BIOS menu, I tried to change the First Boot Device value to USB. However, in this 'Advanced' menu, I can't change any values while other menus are editable, such as the basic information, etc.
I also tried:
Removing the battery
Unplugging the HDD
Anyway, I'm out of ideas.
For your information, the First Boot Device is CD-ROM, the second Floppy, and the third HDD.
Thank you in advance for any help that might be useful.
I have an old computer running XP that refuses to display the session desktop after entering the password (I can't explain why).
So, I created a bootable Windows 7 USB stick that is recognized and works on other PCs except this one...
After managing to enter the blue "Phoenix" BIOS menu, I tried to change the First Boot Device value to USB. However, in this 'Advanced' menu, I can't change any values while other menus are editable, such as the basic information, etc.
I also tried:
Removing the battery
Unplugging the HDD
Anyway, I'm out of ideas.
For your information, the First Boot Device is CD-ROM, the second Floppy, and the third HDD.
Thank you in advance for any help that might be useful.
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Some "old" machines (we don’t know anything about yours!!) refuse to boot from USB.
Maybe this machine is equipped with a DVD drive! That’s the solution you should try.
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Some "old" machines (we don’t know anything about yours!!) refuse to boot from USB.
Maybe this machine is equipped with a DVD drive! That’s the solution you should try.
See you!
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If my answer helped you, a little thumbs up would be great... If resolved, that's perfect.
Let he who has never opened a user manual throw the first mouse ;-)
Hello,
Not all older BIOS versions had the ability to boot from a USB drive (as indicated by the message you referred to).
Furthermore, you should have the drivers (for internal and external devices) corresponding to W7 (if you intend to install this edition).
Most manufacturers did not create new drivers for platforms dating from the time support for XP was discontinued.
Other contributors will likely share the solutions they have tested on certain motherboards, especially by booting from the DVD drive or an external hard drive.
Not all older BIOS versions had the ability to boot from a USB drive (as indicated by the message you referred to).
Furthermore, you should have the drivers (for internal and external devices) corresponding to W7 (if you intend to install this edition).
Most manufacturers did not create new drivers for platforms dating from the time support for XP was discontinued.
Other contributors will likely share the solutions they have tested on certain motherboards, especially by booting from the DVD drive or an external hard drive.
Obviously, I had also thought about this solution; I see it as the only remedy.
In the case of a CD installation, when should I insert the CD?
Insert the CD, then restart the machine?
In the case of a CD installation, when should I insert the CD?
Insert the CD, then restart the machine?
You must first change the boot order in the BIOS to select the CD/DVD-ROM drive, then restart. At the end of the installation, you will need to switch the boot back to the hard drive.
Hello,
Before resorting to drastic measures, we can try to revive the session.
-If there is another user account, CTRL-ALT-DEL, log out and switch user
-Try to revive the explorer: same combination, task manager, Windows Explorer, end task
-Alternatively, we can attempt to repair the explorer using a cached copy: same combination, file, new task, enter: SFC /SCANNOW
-if there is a previous restore point, do the same with the command: %systemroot%\system32\restore\rstrui.exe
Drastic measures:
-If it’s a "branded" computer, there might be a recovery partition accessible at startup by a Fn key (for example, on Asus, it’s typically F9): kiss-cool effect, the machine returns to its original state, added programs and data are lost.
-If we are to use a support CD to restart and assuming there isn't a disk corruption requiring special tools (like Hiren's Boot CD or Live CD Malekal https://www.malekal.com/meilleurs-live-usb-de-secours-pour-depanner-son-pc/, it seems more logical if one does not have one to burn an XP CD (you will obviously need another PC): https://lecrabeinfo.net/telecharger-les-iso-de-windows-xp-home-pro-et-64-bits.html
Before resorting to drastic measures, we can try to revive the session.
-If there is another user account, CTRL-ALT-DEL, log out and switch user
-Try to revive the explorer: same combination, task manager, Windows Explorer, end task
-Alternatively, we can attempt to repair the explorer using a cached copy: same combination, file, new task, enter: SFC /SCANNOW
-if there is a previous restore point, do the same with the command: %systemroot%\system32\restore\rstrui.exe
Drastic measures:
-If it’s a "branded" computer, there might be a recovery partition accessible at startup by a Fn key (for example, on Asus, it’s typically F9): kiss-cool effect, the machine returns to its original state, added programs and data are lost.
-If we are to use a support CD to restart and assuming there isn't a disk corruption requiring special tools (like Hiren's Boot CD or Live CD Malekal https://www.malekal.com/meilleurs-live-usb-de-secours-pour-depanner-son-pc/, it seems more logical if one does not have one to burn an XP CD (you will obviously need another PC): https://lecrabeinfo.net/telecharger-les-iso-de-windows-xp-home-pro-et-64-bits.html
The only solution I can test right now is to insert a CD, with the first boot device already set to CD/DVD-ROM.
Now I just need to find a blank CD ^^
Now I just need to find a blank CD ^^
A blank CD-R.
If it's not a BSOD but a screen with a blank Windows desktop, do you have access to the CTRL-ALT-DEL options?
If it's not a BSOD but a screen with a blank Windows desktop, do you have access to the CTRL-ALT-DEL options?
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A DVD...because W7 won't fit on a CD....
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The W7 ISO file is much too large to fit on a disc if I'm not mistaken (700 MB for the CD and 2 to 3 GB for a W7 ISO). Therefore, I can only reinstall Windows XP.
Good evening,
As previously illustrated, unlike XP, Windows 7 fits on a DVD-R (a single layer is sufficient) and not a CD-R: so you just need to buy a DVD-R.
Now, it's not a matter of installing XP or Windows 7 randomly based on the size of the media.
The hardware requirements for Windows 7 are not significant except for very, very old machines: 2 GB of RAM minimum for 64-bit and a graphics chipset that supports at least DirectX 9; but as also noted earlier, you need to check on the manufacturer's website, as it's not guaranteed, that there are indeed Windows 7 drivers available, and, incidentally, that you're not relying on old software that you consider essential and which does not support Windows 7.
As previously illustrated, unlike XP, Windows 7 fits on a DVD-R (a single layer is sufficient) and not a CD-R: so you just need to buy a DVD-R.
Now, it's not a matter of installing XP or Windows 7 randomly based on the size of the media.
The hardware requirements for Windows 7 are not significant except for very, very old machines: 2 GB of RAM minimum for 64-bit and a graphics chipset that supports at least DirectX 9; but as also noted earlier, you need to check on the manufacturer's website, as it's not guaranteed, that there are indeed Windows 7 drivers available, and, incidentally, that you're not relying on old software that you consider essential and which does not support Windows 7.
Hello,
I managed to reinstall Windows XP using a burned CD.
However, after several days of the computer working perfectly, I'm being asked for a product key... The problem is that I don't have it because I only downloaded the ISO file from the internet.
I managed to reinstall Windows XP using a burned CD.
However, after several days of the computer working perfectly, I'm being asked for a product key... The problem is that I don't have it because I only downloaded the ISO file from the internet.
Hello,
You must have it, and if you downloaded the same version, it was either with your old XP CD or the OEM version stuck on the PC case.
You must have it, and if you downloaded the same version, it was either with your old XP CD or the OEM version stuck on the PC case.
Indeed, I tested it, but as foolish as I am, the old version must have been XP Home and the new one is not... I just need to burn a CD again.
If the license was intended for an OEM version delivered with the PC, it will not work with a non-OEM version, even if it is Home.
https://lecrabeinfo.net/telecharger-les-iso-de-windows-xp-home-pro-et-64-bits.html
XP activation does not go through the phone; simply enter the 25 characters of the key.
https://lecrabeinfo.net/telecharger-les-iso-de-windows-xp-home-pro-et-64-bits.html
XP activation does not go through the phone; simply enter the 25 characters of the key.
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Activation via the internet has been blocked for XP for a long time; you need to use the activation servers via telephone.
https://www.informatiweb.net/tutoriels/informatique/windows/windows-xp-activation.html
Activation via the internet has been blocked for XP for a long time; you need to use the activation servers via telephone.
https://www.informatiweb.net/tutoriels/informatique/windows/windows-xp-activation.html
It is entirely possible to activate Windows XP without a phone or the Internet, even if you haven't previously saved the installation file.
But this involves tools, one of which simply records the key without online verification with Microsoft, and the other without any verification at all.
Even the first one, which is legitimate, can be misused by people who do not have a key, so I will not elaborate on the subject.
But this involves tools, one of which simply records the key without online verification with Microsoft, and the other without any verification at all.
Even the first one, which is legitimate, can be misused by people who do not have a key, so I will not elaborate on the subject.
The activation service is still working, whether by mobile or landline. I just did it, the problem is solved, thank you :)
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You're welcome, enjoy surfing with that good old XP :)
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