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Old 11-12-2005, 10:17 PM   #1
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Win 2K new install problem

I installed W2K new (reformat HD). Everything looked good. When computer restarted after installation:

Verifying DMI Pool Data......
Error loading operating system

This is the message I get after restarting. I tried to change Boot sequence to HD first, then CD but I get the same message.

MB: EP 7Kxa
CPU:athlon 950 MHz
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Old 11-13-2005, 01:22 PM   #2
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This issue can be caused by any of the following:

- Corrupt boot files on the computer.
- Settings for hard disk drive are not correct.
- Floppy diskette or CD in computer causing issue.
- Boot devices not set properly.
- BIOS corrupt or misc. setting not set properly.
- Connections loose or disconnected.
- Bad Hard disk drive or other bad hardware.
http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000474.htm

I would think OS is corrupt, HD is dead or something in the BIOS isn't right.
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Old 11-13-2005, 09:42 PM   #3
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Or the bios antivirus is enabled, thereby preventing writing to the boot sector.
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