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If Something Goes Wrong
The Windows® operating system is not working
❖The operating system responds differently from the normal
routine.
❖The screen does not look right.
Unless a hardware device has failed, problems usually occur when
you change the system in some way such as installing a new
program or adding a device.
If you experience any of these problems, use the options in the
Startup menu to fix the problem.
Using Startup options to fix problems
If the operating system fails to start properly, you may have to
change your system’s configuration or verify the startup procedure
to fix the problem. To do this, use the options in the Startup menu.
To open the Startup menu:
1Restart your computer.
2Press F8 when your computer starts and before Windows® starts
loading.
The Windows® Advanced Boot Options menu displays these
options:
❖Repair Your Computer
❖Safe Mode
❖Safe Mode with Networking
❖Safe Mode with Command Prompt
❖Enable Boot Logging
❖Enable low-resolution video (640 x 480)
❖Last Known Good Configuration (advanced)
❖Directory Services Restore Mode
❖Debugging Mode
❖Disable automatic restart on system failure
❖Disable Driver Signature Enforcement
❖Start Windows® Normally
When you highlight each option using the arrow keys, Windows®
displays information about each option at the bottom after
Description.
See your Windows® documentation for further explanation.