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Computer Does Not Fully Load

My Fujitsu/Siemens base unit cannot access Windows page. The screen shows: press tab or delete for set up. Susan Keenan

Startup errors are particularly frustrating to say the least. Fortunately, there are a few strategies that you can try to resolve the situation. Typically, a computer fails to start when files that it needs to do so go missing or become corrupted. Follow the tips here and see if you can get it up and running again.

Troubleshooting Startup Errors: Press Tab to Enter Setup

Have you tried pressing tab or delete to enter the set up? If you haven’t done so, it is possible that doing so might lead you to the path that you need. Once you enter the set up, you can follow the prompts to restore your computer so that you can access Windows.

Troubleshooting Startup Errors: “Safe Mode”

Perhaps the next step to try is to boot up in “Safe Mode” since it uses the least amount of drivers and applications. To do so, turn the power to the computer on and immediately press the “F8″ button on the keyboard. If this does not work, try another key such as the “F2″ or “F12.” Now, use the arrow keys to select “Last known good configuration.” If this gets you into Windows, consider running a reliable anti-spyware/anti-virus application to check for any malware that might have infected the computer. I can recommend Anti-VirusPLUS.

Troubleshooting Startup Errors: Boot up from Installation CD

If you have the installation CD, you can use it to boot up and repair your operating system. The CD includes all of the files that you need to run the computer so you can use it to replace any missing or corrupted files. Many Windows errors can be resolved in this manner.

Troubleshooting Startup Errors: Drives

Startup errors are sometimes caused when floppy disks or CDs are left in the disk drives. Check to see if this is the case and remove them and reboot.

Troubleshooting Startup Errors: Hardware

If you have recently added some hardware to your computer, you might want to try uninstalling it to see if that will make a difference. Sometimes hardware can be incompatible with the existing set up of a computer and removing it can make all the difference.