Go to http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;69013 and read about how to fix you MBR,
i.e. Master Boot Record. Since you are using Windows ME, you could also try restoring your...

Talked with a Tech friend about your problem.
Answer: Sounds like it is time to Format the hard drive and reinstall Windows 98 (you must have an authentic CD for the product code number entry...

If you can, try another monitor. Could be the monitor is defective ??
Without visual, it is hard to restore the registry back to an earlier setting or do anything else with the computer. Windows...

OK. Originally you said you had code 28 which has to do with audio drivers. Did you read through the site I sent you ?
Since you are now saying all this other stuff is not working too, my guess is,...

Hi Ed.
Thanks for your post-back.
If you use exterior speakers, you probably have checked the wire jack plug into the back of the computer making use it is tight and seated. Do you have another...

Go to http://www.usbman.com/Guides/Error%20Codes%20Explained.htm, scroll down to code 28 and read through the steps to resolve your issue. If after you remove the hardware through the Device Manager,...

The following site will give you the meaning of code 28. Scroll to code 28 and follow steps to remove and reinstall your card.
http://www.usbman.com/Guides/Error%20Codes%20Explained.htm
Since you...

You might try uninstalling MSN Messenger. It is possible, some of the requirements for it to run have been dropped or corrupted. After it uninstalls, restart your computer. Go to MSN and download a...

Since the PC does not have internet, it is unlikely (but not impossible) there is a virus. Have you tried both, using the keyboard to cut and paste, i.e. Control+X to cut and Control+V to paste as...

I read your post. You may already know about this program, 'BelArc', but, if not, there is a software available for 'free' download that will identify "everything" in your computer, monitor, drivers,...

Try this:
Unplug the power cord from new HD.
Check - Verify jumper is set to slave.
Leave Unplugged. Shut down computer. Wait a couple of minutes.
Restart computer. Clear all Cache, Cookies and...

Go to http://support.microsoft.com/kb/286810 and read about your problem.
Also, read about it at; http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000664.htm
Alternate Option: Click...

Maybe it is not the computer...Maybe it is. First, check a few things:
Is the power cord plugged into the wall outlet and is it plugged into the back of the computer? Is the circuit breaker...

It is unusal to get any life at all if the Power Supply is gone, but, this sounds like what might be the problem from your last post. I think you are down to 2 options: could be the battery you...

Did some more reading about your problem. If you are getting 'any' activity/response (at all) chances are your power supply could be okay. Seems your problem could be in your CMOS setup / a conflict...

Did some reading around on the net at various sites about your problem. Mostly what I read centered around your video display card, your monitor or power supply. One thing suggested you might try,...

You might try going to
http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000239.htm
and read the content of that site.
Also, you will find information regarding CMOS Setup at...

If you were able to boot the computer previously, try starting your computer in 'safe' mode by turning on and while unit is booting, immediately start tapping F8 and continue tapping the key until...

Assuming your logon is Administrator,
You might take a look at
C:\Documents and Settings and verify the settings are accurate for
logon Administrator in all instances.
Also, verify settings in...

Have you tried a google search about your DLL error problems?
You might try this...First, back up the registry. If you have never done this, do a google search on what steps to take. Then after...

You might go to
http://www.clearallhistory.com/delete-passwords.html
maybe this will help.
Also you might go to...

You might try going to Microsoft web site and download and (overlay) reinstall IE7.

Did you go into the Network and Dial-up Connections and setup a new connection for this computer ? Also, check your System / Device Manager for any conflict(s) which must be corrected if any exist.

You might try this.
Restart computer into 'safe' mode. Click Start/Run and type in scandisk /all (note space between the k and the/)(DO A FULL COMPLETE SURFACE scan of the HD and covert any lost...

Just did this using XP upgrade CD - worked just fine. Works okay with 256 RAM but faster with 512.

Click on Start / Run and type in scanreg /fix
Windows retains copies of the registry each time the computer is started and it will reload the last good working registry. This might fix the problem.

Click Start / Settings / Control Panel / Folder Option / View and select your choices.
If you do not see 'folder option' icon in your Control Panel, and you are using Windows ME, click on Start /...

You might try this. It worked for me.
Click Start / Run and type in scanreg /fix
Let it scanreg run and when complete, shut down computer.
Wait a couple of minutes and turn computer back on.

I suggest the following:
Windows ME has a restore feature you can go to and restore your computer back to a time when all was working okay. Click Start/Programs/Accessories/System Tools/System...

I see -0- replies to your post. Do you still have this problem ?

I see where your post has received -0- replies. If you still have the laptop and still have the problem, un-install ALL references to the Adobe Reader. Then go to...

Since you say Windows XP, go to http://www.theeldergeek.com/
this site deals 100% with XP and is loaded with helpful information.

See where you have -0- replies to your post. Sounds like your OS is corrupted and you might have to format the hard drive and reinstall the OS, however, if you need to have the CD to reload the...

Noticed you never recived a reply to your post. The answer is no. You have to use a CAT5 cable with ethernet connectors on each end, one end plugs into your nic in the computer and the other into the...

I was out reading various posts in the community and happened across yours. Do you still have this problem or is it fixed ?

You might try this. With computer off, insert your start up disk and start the computer. It will boot and give you a screen to select start up mode, normal, safe, step by step, etc. chose the step by...

Go to http://www.symantec.com/security_response/print_writeup.jsp?docid=2002-112217-2953-99 and read about your problem. Suggest you print the page. There are a lot of instructions you will need to...

Did more thinking about your problem. Since you are using Windows ME, you have the System Restore feature available. Hopefully it is enabled. Click on Start / Programs / Accessories / System Tools /...

Yes. Thank you for your post.

Well, so to speak, I stepped up to the bar, shut down my computer to DOS. Changed prompt A: to C: and typed in dir/w to verify location of the KERNEL32.DLL. Then at the C: prompt, I typed del...