Safe mode F8 key not working! 1

[pechenegs]

hi, I can no longer access safe mode using the F8 key, does anyone kn0w a fix or why this has happened? I have Xp sp2 and did have a crash with some HIPS software programme I think it was safety system monitor a few weeeks ago!

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[linney]

This is a common "gotcha".

F Lock Key.

http://mvps.org/jtsang/flock.html

Can you enter Safe Mode via the MsConfig utility?

What happens when you press F8?

 

[pechenegs]

ok cheers I'll look int this later.

Yes, I could access safe mode before using F8 and i can get into safe mode using msconfig! When I press F8 now, nothing happens, computer just boots straight into normal boot up mode!

I have, I presume, a regular uk keyboard, 2001


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[linney]

See if your running CD software like InCD from Nero or Alcohol 120, they have caused this type of problem before?

Windows XP Home won't reboot into safe mode.
thread779-1110534

WinXP Pro won't boot into safe mode
thread779-1020730

Try running ChkDsk to check your drive for errors. Right click your Drive icon/ Properties/ Tools/ Error Checking.

Run the System File Checker program from the Run Box by typing.....Sfc /Scannow in it and have your XP CD handy.

HOW TO: Verify Unsigned Device Drivers in Windows XP

http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q308/5/14.asp

If they don't work you could try repairing windows by running it over itself. You will lose all your windows updates but your files will be untouched.

How to Perform an In-Place Upgrade (Reinstallation) of Windows XP (Q315341)

http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q315/3/41.asp

 

[pechenegs]

cheers linney but nohting helped, I just did a clean install and now have ghosted my c;\ drive, was getting a bit buggy anyway!

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[linney]

Too late for you now but did you see the recent post by "markdmac" about creating Safe Mode as a normal boot option?

Add Safe Mode to your boot menu
thread779-1190522

 

[LordGarsdale]

I had a similar problem but found incdrec.sys the cause. Now if I want Safe Mode I rename it and then rename to original when finished. Look in folder c:\windows\system32\drivers

John

 

[pechenegs]

yea I just saw it!

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[markdmac]

I think you will like the script. Eliminates the need for hitting F8.

If you do like it, don't forget to rate the FAQ. Thanks.

I hope you find this post helpful.

Regards,

Mark