Problem


You can’t start up your Windows XP computer system because you are getting an error message.



Does the error message look like this?


Windows XP could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: WINDOWSSYSTEM32CONFIGSYSTEM


Windows XP could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: WINDOWSSYSTEM32CONFIGSOFTWARE


Stop: c0000218 {Registry File Failure} The registry cannot load the hive (file): SystemRootSystem32ConfigSOFTWARE


Cause

Your registry hive has been corrupted and needs to be repaired



Solution One

If you have anAutomatic System Recovery (ASR) backup – you may try this first.



Solution Two

This solution is best for users who:


  • Are Not advance PC users   or
  • Want to recover their PC easily  and quickly without the fear of loosing their data or files


You can get a boot CD from a reputable online repair website like Reimage. See how it works.



Get a Reimage boot CD.