How to Start your Windows XP Computer in Safe Mode

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Windows XP Safe Mode

Step 1

• Exit all programs.

• Click Start > Run.

• In Run dialog box, type the following text: msconfig

• Click OK.

• In the System Configuration Utility, on the BOOT.INI tab, check /SAFEBOOT.

• Click OK.

• When you are asked to restart the computer, click Restart.

• The computer restarts in Safe mode. This can take several minutes.

Note: After you complete the work in Safe mode, use the System Configuration Utility to start Windows XP in Normal mode.  Go to STEP 2.

 

STEP 2

• Close all programs.

• Click Start > Run.

• In Run dialog box, type the following text: msconfig

• Click OK.

• In the System Configuration Utility, on the BOOT.INI tab, uncheck /SAFEBOOT.

• Click OK.

• Close all programs, and restart the computer.