I/O Error

[sheepgirl]

Hi I'm new here and am having problems with my Dell Inspiron laptop, which has Windows Vista Home Basic.

I accidently unplugged a USB stick without removing it properly. Now whenever I start my laptop this error message comes up:
File: /Boot/BCD/
Status: 0xc00000e9
Info: An unexpected I/O error has occurred.

I've tried running diagnostics tests but nothing comes up. Changing the BIOS settings doesn't work and I can't seem to get into safe mode.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

[dbc]

Try This.

Startup Repair.

Startup Repair is a Windows recovery tool that can fix certain problems, such as missing or damaged system files, that might prevent Windows from starting.

http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Win...51033.mspx#EFF

Options to try if Windows does not start at all

Startup Repair. Startup Repair is a Windows recovery tool that can fix certain problems, such as missing or damaged system files, that might prevent Windows from starting. Startup Repair is located on the System Recovery Options menu, which is on the Windows Vista installation disc. If your computer has preinstalled recovery options, it might also be stored on your computer's hard disk. For more information, see Startup Repair: frequently asked questions and What are the system recovery options in Windows Vista? If your computer does not include Startup Repair, your computer manufacturer might have customized or replaced the tool. Check the information that came with your computer or go to the manufacturer's website.

[sheepgirl]

Thanks for your help - unfortunately I don't have the Windows Vista disc, but will try to find it.