Recently, I tried installing Bluetooth drivers on my main PC. After the first installation failed to recognize the bluetooth device, I attempted a reinstall. This was all without a restart/shut down up to this point.
However, after the second install, I was informed that I needed to restart for it to work. Keep in mind that it still failed to recognize the device.
Anyways, I attempt to restart, and go do something else. When I returned an hour later, it would appear my computer had been restarting constantly since when I left. It would make it to the Window's XP screen everytime before going black and restarting itself. I've attempted to boot my hard drive first, or start it in safe mode. No success on either part.
I seriously suspect the drivers are the issue, but I cannot be certain. I did a clean install a few months ago, and downloaded all new drivers... there may be conflict with some missing drivers.
Below is what I HAVE tried. Feel free to post any other suggestions.
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Quote:Use the F8 key just before windows loads (before the windows logo appears and after POST) to enter the diagnostic startup menu (which contains Safe Mode, among others. Select the option "Last Known Good Configuration".
I tried that; I guess these constant restarts aren't technically 'bad' so it just continues looping.
Quote: If that doesn't work, enter the same menu, and select "Safe Mode" and completely uninstall all Bluetooth devices and drivers (you must have a Bluetooth transceiver to use Bluetooth, and this is usually a small USB key that you can just remove). Restart the computer.
As I said before, safe mode once again loops the Window's XP screen
Quote: Lastly, if you have System Restore active, you can restore your computer to the most recent restore point, hopefully early enough to not encounter this problem, and late enough so you do not lose too much information.
Is there any way to access this without getting to desktop? As I've said, Safe Mode hasn't been working for me.
Quote: If all else fails and you are still stuck in a constant loop, try using your installation disc to perform a Repair Installation. You will not lose any non-system data, but you will likely need to reinstall most programs and drivers. Consult your manual.
It may come to this. I was planning on doing some upgrades tomorrow, so you can imagine the timing of all this is something of a hassle.
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