How do I start XP up in Safe Mode?

Use the following steps to start Windows XP in Safe Mode when the computer is already off:

1. Turn on the computer.
2. Press the F8 key repeatedly when the first screen appears.
3. From the Windows Advanced Options Menu, select Safe Mode and press ENTER.
4. Click Administrator and enter the password (if applicable).

What is the use of starting and operating system in Safe Mode?

When you start the computer in Safe mode, only the specific components that are needed to run the operating system are loaded. Safe mode does not allow some functions, such as a connection to the internet, though Safe mode with networking does. Safe mode also loads a standard video driver at a low resolution.

How to enter safe mode on Windows XP?

1 Restart your computer 2 As soon as your computer boots, press the F8 key repeatedly before the Windows logo appears 3 Select Safe Mode using the arrow keys 4 Click OK

How to select the operating system for Windows XP?

Please select the operating system to start: Use the up and down arrow keys to move the highlight to your choice. Press enter to choose. Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition. Windows will start automatically in: 26 (Then it counts down)

What to do if Windows XP has a fatal error?

When Windows XP encounters a fatal error, the default setting for handling such an error is to automatically reboot the system. If the error occurs while Windows XP is booting, the operating system will become stuck in a reboot cycle–rebooting over and over instead of starting up normally.

What to do when Windows XP won’t boot?

Select the Last Known Good Configuration item from the menu and press [Enter]. Keep in mind that you get only one shot with the Last Known Good Configuration feature. In other words, if it fails to revive your Windows XP on the first attempt, the backup copy is also corrupt.