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    Problem with network devices

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by randy_as, Feb 23, 2007.

  1. randy_as

    randy_as Newbie

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    XP home on toshiba l25 fails to initialize devices that is mini port packet schedulers for Realtek, Atheros and WAN - reloading drivers does not work -
    I presume trying to spruce up the registry has corrupted it.

    Can someone tell me how to install XP home from recovery CD w/o formatting HD - or repair the registry?
     
    randy_as, Feb 23, 2007
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  2. blue68f100

    blue68f100 Notebook Virtuoso

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    Have you tried using system restore? And backup to a point where it was working.

    The recovery cd wipe everything clean. Use any XP home CD and have it do a repair. It is an option on boot.
     
    blue68f100, Feb 23, 2007
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    laptop1stop Notebook Enthusiast

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    backup anything just incase
    boot from the xp cd
    do not choose to use the recovery console
    press f8 to accept license
    choose the xp instalation and press r for repair
    follow instructions on screen
    when it re-boots dont press a key to boot from cd
    when its finished your setting ect should be intact
    this is the answer to your question, im not saying it will fix your problem.
     
    laptop1stop, Feb 23, 2007
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