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How to Start in Safe Mode in Windows XP

By Tim Fisher, About.com

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Press F8 Before the Windows XP Splash Screen

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Starting your computer in Windows XP Safe Mode can help you diagnose and solve many serious problems, especially when starting normally is not possible.

To begin entering Windows XP Safe Mode, turn your PC on or restart it.

Just before the Windows XP splash screen shown above appears, press the F8 key to enter the Windows Advanced Options Menu.

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