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NTLDR is missing

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i purchased this PC last month,had trouble right away.could not install updates from MICROSOFT,found out i have a counterfiet windows xp.but now when i go to start up i get this telling me NTLDR is missing press ctrl + Alt.+Del. to restart.i have purchased a new windows xp pro.can someone tell me the steps to install this new windows and do i need to reformat or just install over the counterfiet.i'm in a pickel HELP PLEASE David h.

Name: per
Date: July 6, 2006 at 13:43:02 Pacific

Reply:

Go here and change the old key to your new one, then boot from your new cd and run a system repair. http://xphelpandsupport.mvps.org/how_do_i_change_the_windows_xp_p.htm http://computervitals.com/

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Name: per
Date: July 6, 2006 at 14:15:06 Pacific

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Sorry, I misread your post.Go here and fix it then change the key. http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000465.htm http://computervitals.com/

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