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im using windows xp pro and updated thru microsoft.com the service packs 1 and i got this after installing the update and reboot mg pc.

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by pierrejamme

The Internet is full of this error, must be fairly common.
Did you need to supply drivers for your SCSI controller when installing? Raid or SATA configs.

Most fixes say to boot to your XP Cd and run a repair. Also they recommend stopping the virus Scanner when installing patches.
A program called Go Back in roxio can also cause the problem, probably not your issue.

Dell computers were also noted as problematic, probably hardware caused.

Please report back with more specifics. Can you get in safe mode, can you run chkdsk, etc.

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