StartUp Error Messages

"Invalid System Disk. Replace the disk and then press any key."
Most likely, you've tried to start your computer with a disk in the floppy drive that doesn't contain any operating system files. Usually, all you have to do is remove the disk and press the spacebar.

"Keyboard Error"
I know, it's pretty self-explanatory. If your keyboard isn't plugged in, you'll get a keyboard error at startup. You might also have touched a key during startup, or perhaps there's a book or something pressing on the keyboard. However, if its recurring, you may want to check for sticking or broken keys, or get a new keyboard.

"Warning: Windows has detected a registry/configuration error.Choose Safe mode to start Windows with a minimal set of drivers."
Your computer's Registry files may be missing or corrupted. You can enter Safe Mode and have a look around, but more than likely, you need to restore the Registry files from your backups. You have backups, right? Click here for info on backing up and restoring your Registry.

"One or more of your disk drives may have developed bad sectors. Press any key to run ScanDisk with surface analysis on these drives."
If your hard drive is developing bad sectors, or has an error of some sort at startup, you may see this message. But, more than likely, its due to the fact that you shut your computer down without closing out of Windows properly. Allow ScanDisk to go through its paces and Windows will probably load properly afterwards. Always remember to close out of programs and shut down Windows properly before turning off your computer.

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