windows only loads to logo( does not get to desktop0

Dell celeron running xp pro is only getting as far as the windows logo and
activity bar (which IS moving).
Will not boot any further in safe mode or last known good!!
any ideas anyone PLEASE?

Manic Chris

Is the HDD light constantly on?

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"manic chris" <manicchris@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:296B51F3-02F3-4DD8-9A55-66B05F19F650@microsoft.com...
> Dell celeron running xp pro is only getting as far as the windows logo and
> activity bar (which IS moving).
> Will not boot any further in safe mode or last known good!!
> any ideas anyone PLEASE?

"manic chris" <manicchris@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote
> Dell celeron running xp pro is only getting as far as the windows logo and
> activity bar (which IS moving).
> Will not boot any further in safe mode or last known good!!
> any ideas anyone PLEASE?

Resources for troubleshooting startup problems in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/308041/en-us

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