i tried following the directions in the link but when i get to this point:
Type copy c:\windows\repair\system , and then press ENTER.
i get a message saying "the system cannot find the file specified."
this doesn't work: For example, type cd system32 , press ENTER, type cd config , and then press ENTER.
i get the same message as above.
i got the discs from dell yesterday and that's what i've been using. the disc says:
operating system
already installed on your computer
reinstallation dvd
microsoft windows xp media center version 2005 with update rollup 2
along with this disc i also have others that dell sent me. they are:
-application - for reinstalling dell tools system software (antivirus software, support software, multimedia software, internet software)
-application - reinstalling dell mediadirect 3
-drivers and utilities (device drivers, diagnostics and utilities)
-reinstall cyberlink powerdvd
-roxio creator premier