On Startup, Xp Beeps 4 Times, Goes Into Advanced Options
Aug 10, 2005I have apparently inadvertantly changed a setting.
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Windows Advanced Options Menu On Startup
Apr 16, 2007when computer turn it on it boots directly into
"Windows Advanced Options Menu"
all option are available for me to access, although the keyboard is non responsive (yes it works) & i am unable to select anything
after the timed countdown it starts to boot and get to the windows welcome screen and then hangs. no further progression from that point.
specs as i know are
win xp 2
512 ram
motherboard (asus i think)
rest is all on board
Series Of 6 Or 7 Beeps The First 2 Times
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Please select the Operating System to start:
Microsoft Xp Home Edition
Restore Microsoft Home Edition
for troubleshooting and advanced startup options for windows, press F8.
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P4 2.8
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