Error loading operating system after Windows XP setup

The computer's BIOS does not support the computer hard drive's size or settings

This issue is often caused when the BIOS (basic input/output system) does not properly detect the hard drive. To resolve this issue, update the computer motherboard's BIOS.

• Help with computer BIOS updates.

Computer hard drive is not properly setup in CMOS

Verify that the computer's hard drive is properly setup in CMOS setup.

• How to enter and exit the BIOS or CMOS setup.

Once in CMOS, verify the below hard drive settings.

1. Verify the hard drive is detected.
2. Try changing the "Access mode" on the hard drive to Large or LBA (large block addressing). This setting may vary depending on the BIOS.

Issue with drive's partitions

This issue can occur if disk drives are not properly setup or are changed by another program. To resolve this issue, delete and recreate all hard drive partitions before running the Windows XP setup process.