How Do You Fix The NTLDR Is Missing Error Message In Windows XP?
Fixing the NTLDR is missing error message is one of the most common problems people need help with. The NTLDR file is critical for Windows XP to load properly, and if Windows can’t find it, then it will simply refuse to load. There are several reasons this could occur. The most common is the simplest to fix–you have a disk or memory card which Windows is attempting to use to boot which is not bootable. Just remove it and Windows should load. If the file really is missing or corrupted though, it requires more effort to fix. Reboot your computer and insert your Windows XP disk. Press any key when shown the prompt “Press any key to boot from CD.” Press the “R” key on your keyboard when asked whether you want to install or repair Windows. Press “1” and then press “Enter.” This will allow you to log into Windows. Enter your administrator password if you have one.
When you select shutdown using the start menu, Ctrl-Alt-Del menu, or other methods, Windows launches the shutdown command, but restarts the PC instead of executing the shutdown command. Before trying the next option, read the article about select proper boot device in Windows. While this may cause crashes and resolve the issue the next time you shut down, the problem may also persist, so users can use other means, such as turning off the power to turn off the computer.
