How to reinstall a missing file in XP

Copy the files to a floopy (Actually, I think you can read off the CD too, but the file you are needing is probably in a .cab.)

Boot off the XP install CD and start the recovery console.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;314058

Then you can copy the file from the floppy to the proper c:\windows\system32\

Hey there try this link you have almost all the things about windows all operating systems. http://www.windowsreinstall.com/

Good Luck.

I have your file. I dug it up.It's in a zip form. Please tell me where you want it sent.
Just unzip and copy off disk. should be ok
Waiting for your answer.
Regards
Aaron :)

Seems like you might have more files missing than that. I would try what the others said, then try to install Windows XP again. However, when it detects that Windows XP is already installed, opt to "Repair" instead of running through a fresh install.

Alternatively, if you can get into safemode, or boot with something simliar to the ERD Disaster Recovery CD (Winternals), you can run sfc /scannow which should resolve the problem as well.

Ths may not be the only file that is missing and or corrupt. I suggest running a Windows 2000/XP built-in utility called "sfc" which stands for system file cab. Which can be run from the command prompt. There are multiple options available to see them just type "sfc /?" without the quotes. Make to place your Windows XP CD in the CD Drive. Once invoked it is hands free until done. If is damaged file is found an original file will be installed from the CD automatically, once finished reboot and your done.

Sorry I forgot to give you the exact command which is: sfc /scannow which can be invoked through the command prompt window. I have found it to be a very successful recovery tool.

I have seen this many times. I work for the Public School system and have to reload PC's and laptops all the time.

Here's what to do:
1. Insert and boot from your Windows XP CD.
2. At the first R=Repair option, press the R key
3. Press the number that corresponds to the correct location for the installation of Windows you want to repair.
4. Typically this will be #1
5. Type bootcfg /list to show the current entries in the BOOT.INI file. (Sometimes this will show blank.)
6. Type bootcfg /rebuild to repair it
7. Take out the CD ROM and type exit

Boot from the Hard Drive. You will next to repair the BOOT.INI file and remove the old boot line. This can be done best by using MSCONFIG.EXE and check all boot paths. Then remove the one that does not work.

This is my fix.

All the answers are very good, and will work.. But if I read the question... He also wanted to know how to get the pc to boot from a CD.
First you have to do a cold boot (complete power down), then when the pc has finished the hardware checks, not easy to know on some pc's. But usually after the memory check is seen completed, (oh and you may have to press the esc key to view the bootup if a windows start graphic has displayed over the normal "black" screen). Press F1 (on most pc's the screen will state what key to press) to enter the BIOS settings or Menu. Then find and set the startup sequence, to CDRom, then Harddisk (and floppy drive, if desired) for the search for a bootable OS. Note if this sequence is left this way, anytime you have left a CD in the drive, your PC will boot from any CD, if capable.

Have you tried Safe Mode? If you can get into a DOS mode, you may be able to copy the required file and install it using normal DOS commands.
Good luck

It really annoys the heck out of me when someone asks for help and you start moving mountains to help them. Then they don't even have the courtesy to come back and check to see if anybody cared about their little problem. They don't even come back and stick an acknowledgement post. Since most of us are only too glad to help in any way we can, I should think a reply of any kind would be in order. This really ticks me off. I must admit to being disappointed here. You asked for a file, I'm here,ready to send it to you with the accompanying files as it can't be just the one, I ask where you want it sent and you can't even be bothered to give us the courtesy of a reply?
Well friend, good luck in finding your file.
I 'm very disappointed in the lack of tact and consideration and here.
I shall remember the name.
Thank You
Aaron

It really annoys the heck out of me when someone asks for help and you start moving mountains to help them. Then they don't even have the courtesy to come back and check to see if anybody cared about their little problem. They don't even come back and stick an acknowledgement post. Since most of us are only too glad to help in any way we can, I should think a reply of any kind would be in order. This really ticks me off. I must admit to being disappointed here. You asked for a file, I'm here,ready to send it to you with the accompanying files as it can't be just the one, I ask where you want it sent and you can't even be bothered to give us the courtesy of a reply?
Well friend, good luck in finding your file.
I 'm very disappointed in the lack of tact and consideration and here.
I shall remember the name.
Thank You
Aaron

It really annoys the heck out of me when someone asks for help and you start moving mountains to help them. Then they don't even have the courtesy to come back and check to see if anybody cared about their little problem. They don't even come back and stick an acknowledgement post. Since most of us are only too glad to help in any way we can, I should think a reply of any kind would be in order. This really ticks me off. I must admit to being disappointed here. You asked for a file, I'm here,ready to send it to you with the accompanying files as it can't be just the one, I ask where you want it sent and you can't even be bothered to give us the courtesy of a reply?
Well friend, good luck in finding your file.
I 'm very disappointed in the lack of tact and consideration and here.
I shall remember the name.
Thank You
Aaron

pal, very simple,

1-this error message is due to incorrect or interrupted installation.
2- press Delete button, select your boot drive to CD.
3- reinstall windows xp blindly as you did before

Please feedback .I have that time.

Thanks to all those who provided answers. Since my computer was not working and I only have a Win98 backup computer and I was busy I did not respond immediatley. I asked how to re-install the file, which is on my CD ROM and how to get my computer to boot from the CD ROM as it was setup to boot from the CD ROM but refused to. However the next day it did boot from the CD ROM when I booted up the computer and when re-installing XP I kept getting the message that files were not being copied - I had not had this occur previously. I then changed the BIOS and the computer would not boot up at all. Yesterday I took the battery out and then cleared CMOS [the GA-7N400S-L manual said just to short the CMOS terminals which did not work]. The computer booted up and I disconnected the SATA HDD and re-installed XP onto the old 80G HDD without any problems or error messages and the computer is now working. Aaron sorry you got upset for nothing but I would appreciate it if you did not bother to reply to my questions as I feel you did not read my question properly and you need some anger managemnet help.

Thanks to all those who provided answers. Since my computer was not working and I only have a Win98 backup computer and I was busy I did not respond immediatley. I asked how to re-install the file, which is on my CD ROM and how to get my computer to boot from the CD ROM as it was setup to boot from the CD ROM but refused to. However the next day it did boot from the CD ROM when I booted up the computer and when re-installing XP I kept getting the message that files were not being copied - I had not had this occur previously. I then changed the BIOS and the computer would not boot up at all. Yesterday I took the battery out and then cleared CMOS [the GA-7N400S-L manual said just to short the CMOS terminals which did not work]. The computer booted up and I disconnected the SATA HDD and re-installed XP onto the old 80G HDD without any problems or error messages and the computer is now working. Aaron sorry you got upset for nothing but I would appreciate it if you did not bother to reply to my questions as I feel you did not read my question properly and you need some anger managemnet help.

You're right, inconsideration, rudeness and calloused disregard always brings out the worst in me. You left us all hanging. You didn't even bother taking a minute to go online and even acknowledge us. It is entirely possible that I may need anger management as your type of conduct is bound to get the same result. So don't worry, henceforth, I see you name, I'm be more than happy to keep going. One last note, I'm not the only one you left hanging, these are Good Techs and Good People and deserved a lot better than what you've given them.
You could have easily gone to a friend's { You do have friends don't you?"} and dropped us all a note. Not to worry, I shall long remember your name and while I'm taking the Clich? Management course, I would advise a serious course in Manners,Consideration and Societal Behavior for yourself.
Good Luck & Goodbye
Aaron

Aaron, it took you 3 days to respond to his question. It took him 3 days to respond back.

12/7...12/10...12/13.

Sounds reasonable to me.

If you don't like trying to help people, Aaron, you don't have to.

Aaron, it took you 3 days to respond to his question. It took him 3 days to respond back.

12/7...12/10...12/13.

Sounds reasonable to me.

If you don't like trying to help people, Aaron, you don't have to.

Aaron, it took you 3 days to respond to his question. It took him 3 days to respond back.

12/7...12/10...12/13.

Sounds reasonable to me.

If you don't like trying to help people, Aaron, you don't have to.

To boot from CD ROM you can start the computer with XP CD inside the drive and tapping on any key when it prompts you to "Press any key to boot from CD."You could try the 3rd screen repair. It comes after the option of Recovery Console and the License Agreement. You may get an option that says try and repair the computer but that causes a loss of everything stored in " My Documents" and software installed. If that does not help. Boot from Cd and run "fixmbr" and "bootcfg /rebuild"