I have a corrupt file in my OS. I dont have my XP disc to try and do a repair. any of you guys/gals willing to help? i mainly need to get it going just to get old files off.

im thinking about getting the macbook pro. we will see...

8/8/2009 11:18:56 PM

is getting the computer to start up literally your only option in this?

what i'm trying to say is, why dont you just take the harddrive out and connect it to a cheap 10 dollar plug and play device at tiger direct, and move the files to another harddrive.

thats the easy, 'save some time' way. Time=$.

[Edited on August 9, 2009 at 12:14 AM. Reason : and i'm guessing you have a laptop now, if you are considering a laptop to replace]

8/9/2009 12:14:12 AM

Quote :

"what i'm trying to say is, why dont you just take the harddrive out and connect it to a cheap 10 dollar plug and play device at tiger direct, and move the files to another harddrive."

8/9/2009 1:16:30 AM

ugh i meant from tiger direct not at tiger direct

[Edited on August 9, 2009 at 1:18 AM. Reason : .]

8/9/2009 1:18:16 AM

well if we can get the other comp going id like to have it as a back up. i dont want to totally throw it out

8/9/2009 9:10:00 AM

Quote :

""what i'm trying to say is, why dont you just take the harddrive out and connect it to a cheap 10 dollar plug and play device at tiger direct, and move the files to another harddrive. once you get your files, reformat that beyotch and profit.""

[Edited on August 9, 2009 at 12:09 PM. Reason : .]

8/9/2009 12:08:57 PM

what is he trying to say?

8/9/2009 12:10:50 PM

no help? im willing to pay...

8/9/2009 3:23:30 PM

sure, if you'd like me to do what has been suggested to you already, i'd be happy to do it for cash money.

8/9/2009 3:33:06 PM

as would I.

8/9/2009 4:14:47 PM

ok how much?

8/9/2009 6:05:34 PM

If you just need the disc, I can help.

[Edited on August 10, 2009 at 2:56 AM. Reason : link]

8/10/2009 2:54:56 AM

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"I dont have my XP disc to try and do a repair. any of you guys/gals willing to help?"

1) Can you type out the EXACT error message you are seeing when you try to turn on you computer?
2) Can you provide more specifics on your machine? Manufacturer? Model? XP Home or XP Pro?
3) Are you willing to drop it off to have fixed, are you willing to drop off and wait, or, do you want somebody to come and fix for you?

Those willing are going to charge $20-$25/hr. This shouldn't take more than 1-2 hours, but an FYI.

8/10/2009 7:40:53 AM

solve all of your problems for $13!

http://www.buy.com/prod/usb-2-0-to-ide-sata-converter-cable-by-eforcity/q/loc/111/207655867.html

8/10/2009 9:57:08 AM

^^ i dont remember what the exact message was but ill take a look when i get home.

it is a toshiba satellite i think xp home

i can drop it off

25-50 sounds good to me.

8/10/2009 1:22:12 PM

oops

[Edited on August 10, 2009 at 1:23 PM. Reason : double post]

8/10/2009 1:22:40 PM

error says "windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: \WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SYSTEM

8/10/2009 6:35:58 PM