Startup in Safe Mode: Problem

[kafka]

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Since last April I have been trying to install Service Pack 1 without success. Today I tried again and got to 18% of Stage 1 in configuration before the system reverted. I then decided to try and install it while in safe mode (though I didn't think this would make any difference. I pressed F8 at the appropriate time and selected Safe Mode. 45 minutes later the computer was still thinking and, though my screensaver was up, nothing was happening.

I cold-booted the computer so I could make the post.

[drmsucks]

Kafka - We need more info please: http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php/topic,33586.0.html.

What operating system, computer make/model, etc.

[kafka]

I'm using Vista Business on a Lenovo 3000 desktop computer. I've never had a problem starting up in safe mode, it only happened after I had unsuccessfully attempted to install Service Pack 1.

[Broni]

See, if clicking on "Directory services restore mode" will get you to Safe Mode.
Do you have Vista DVD?