I get an error that says "error loading DMBOOT.SYS" when I try and install XP. I get this at the blue screen when it is checking my computers hardware. I tried installing 98 and it dies when it is copying files needed to install windows and it doesn't give me any error. I am lost as to what to do.
I did a complete scandisk and it showed no errors. I ran the Data Lifeguard Diagnostics program with my hard drive to completely clear out the drive. I ran fdisk and formatted my computer. I tried both of my CD ROM drives. I tried fdisk/mbr and that didn't do anything.
I have no idea how to resolve this error, and I have no idea if it is a hardware issue and if it is with what part. I originally had my computer with dual boot of 98 and XP and it worked fine. It crashed like last week and well here I am.
My System
AMD Athlon XP 1800
MSI K7T pro-RU mobo
20 gig WD Hard Drive
MSI geforce2 mx vid card
256mb DDRAM
Toshiba DVD
TDK 16x Burner
Please, Please give me advice. Thanks to anyone who helps.
I did a complete scandisk and it showed no errors. I ran the Data Lifeguard Diagnostics program with my hard drive to completely clear out the drive. I ran fdisk and formatted my computer. I tried both of my CD ROM drives. I tried fdisk/mbr and that didn't do anything.
I have no idea how to resolve this error, and I have no idea if it is a hardware issue and if it is with what part. I originally had my computer with dual boot of 98 and XP and it worked fine. It crashed like last week and well here I am.
My System
AMD Athlon XP 1800
MSI K7T pro-RU mobo
20 gig WD Hard Drive
MSI geforce2 mx vid card
256mb DDRAM
Toshiba DVD
TDK 16x Burner
Please, Please give me advice. Thanks to anyone who helps.