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My PC was working fine a few days ago but when I turned it on today it wouldn't work. At first it seemed normal because it started loading and everything, but after that when the blue welcome screen is suppose to come up there's nothing but a blackscreen. I tried several times and the same thing happened.

So first it said things like checking hard drives, loading and verifying devices, then it just blacked out. I think there were some problems with registry files the days before it crashed, but I didn't really fix them. Now I really regret that because I have some important files in there and I forgot to save them for backup.

Here are my questions:
Is there any way I can fix it without re-installing?
Is there a way I can re-install but keep all my files and software?
Please HELP!!!

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This sort of boot — BIOS/POST then device checks, then a black screen before the Windows welcome — most often points to a corrupted registry or filesystem, or a driver/graphics problem. already mentioned prior registry trouble, and ’s comment about corruption is likely on target. Since the replies from didn't help, the immediate goal should be to protect your data before trying risky repairs.

First priority: copy your personal files off the drive. Boot the machine with a rescue environment (a Linux live USB, Windows PE, or any rescue CD) and copy Documents, Desktop, browser profiles, etc., to an external USB drive. If the disk is flaky, make a sector image and work on the image (tools like ddrescue are used for this) rather than the original. If you prefer hardware removal, attaching the drive externally via a USB-SATA adapter or enclosure achieves the same result without forcing a full reinstall — this is a safer variation of ’s idea.

After files are safe, try non-destructive repairs from recovery media: check and repair the filesystem, and use the OS recovery tools or a repair (in-place) install that replaces system files but tries to keep programs and data. Example disk-check command from a recovery prompt:

chkdsk C: /r

Advanced (XP) option when registry hives are corrupt: from Recovery Console you can replace the hives in C:\Windows\System32\Config with copies from C:\Windows\Repair or from a System Restore snapshot. This can restore bootability but may roll back installed apps/settings — back up first.

If repairs fail, check hardware (run Memtest86+ for RAM, reseat modules and video card, try another monitor/cable). If the drive shows physical failure, stop and consult a data-recovery pro. Always back up before attempting fixes that write to the disk.

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Member Avatar for PcTestCard.com

Try boot PC and pressing down the F8 key and select the Last Known Good Configuration from the boot menu.

if this still not working, try safe mode then.

Member Avatar for yt945la

Try boot PC and pressing down the F8 key and select the Last Known Good Configuration from the boot menu.

if this still not working, try safe mode then.

I tried all this, but the same result came up.
thanks anyway.

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I tried all this, but the same result came up.
thanks anyway.

Sounds like you may have some corruption.

Make sure you unplug all devices while trying to solve this one!

Are you using Windows and if so what version e.g. XP, VISTA?

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YOu can take the Hard disk and 'slave' it onto another desktop, then backup all your files and software.
Then you can reinstall the OS.

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