How to Fix the XP Bootloader

1. Press the power button on the computer to start the boot up process then quickly insert the Windows XP installation CD into the CD/DVD drive of the Windows XP computer.
2. Press a key on the keyboard if the 'Press any key to continue...' message is displayed on the monitor.
3. Press the 'R' key when prompted to 'Repair a Windows XP installation by using the Recovery Console'.
4. Select the Windows XP installation from the list displayed that requires boot loader repair. In most cases only one installation will be listed.
5. Type the Administrator password when requested. If the Administrator account on the computer does not have a password then leave the password blank and press the 'Enter' key.
6. Type 'fixboot' and press the 'Enter' key.
7. Type 'exit' and then remove the Windows XP installation CD and reboot the computer.