I have a sony pcv rs 400 pc with xp sp2. I had a virus called cws.mscofig. This and associated files were scanned and removed by different spyware programs. When I started the computer, Win xp did not start. I tried safe mode, it starts but hangs, nothing on screen. PC has two hard disks, and all recovery programs are on HD to reinstall. No cd's were provided with PC, but instructions recommended to buy when needed. I have to press f10 to use recovery function at start. But all f keys disabled, I can not reinstall the original programs. I have called sony to buy recovery cd's as desribed in their hand book. Sony can not sell recovery cd's any more because of a conflict with Microsoft (Who cares about honest customer who pays). I am stuck with a computer which does not start. I tried to use one xp cd for other computer to start and install to see if it works. I could not install windows because f keys disabled and I can not accept agreement by pressing f8 key and it stops there. But it goes to recovery console only. I dont know if this would help. I dont know what else can I do? Can I remove this virus from memory somewhat? I am considering to remove the hard disk from other computer and install on this one too see. Is it a good idea? I would appreciate any help. Thanks
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Jump to PostSome information about the spyware you were trying to clear can be see at this link:
http://forums.spywareinfo.com/lofiversion/index.php/t59869.html
It appears the cws.msconfig find may be a false positive. I suspect you deleted or corrupted some …
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