How do I fix A Stop: c0000218 {Registry File Failure} The registry Cannot Load The Hive (File): SystemRootSystem32ConfigSoftware Error?
This error is due to a corrupt registry. Replacing the registry with a known good backup is the easiest solution. However if you don’t have a backup proceed with the next steps to try to resolve the issue. Note: Do Not use method two if your system has an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) copy of Windows XP. Doing so will render your operating system inoperable. OEM installations create passwords and user name that did not previously exist. Therefore, in your own interest, these instructions will not remedy the problem. The easiest option with OEM copies of XP is to reinstall XP using the manufacturers recovery disks. Method 1 Restart your computer tapping F8 until the boot menu appears. Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to select Last known good configuration. Press Enter. Your computer should reinstall the last know good configuration file. Restart your computer and see if the problem has been solved. Method 2 If the above Method failed use Recovery Console. Restart your computer wi