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Unable to access windows xp pro

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by attackcatno1

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Hi, I was trying to reformat my hard drive and had read that i could preserve my OEM number by changing the value. I believe i have made some error. The change was made via clicking - Start -> Run and typing %SYSTEMROOT%\system32\oobe\msoobe.exe /A

Following a reboot, I am unable to get any further than the ADMIN log in page which throws up an error telling me that windows cannot verify its authenticity and closes before i can see what the error code is.

I am also unable to boot the system from the cd.

Basically I am unable to do anything.

I would greatly appreciate anyone who might have a helpful suggestion. Thanks :)

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When booting up your computer hold down the "F2" key, or what ever key that lets you into the "bios" from there (bios) look for "boot" or something simular and select from the list dvd/cd drive as the first boot and list your hdd as second boot. After this press the "F10" key, this will aske you save the changes, select "Y" and then press "enter". When your computer boots up insert your windows disk and follow the on screen insruction. I hope this helps you.

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