Hi experts

I have other desktop, Compac. Since yesterday, when I turn it on, the name Compac appears and then window xp, but the bar under stays empty. Nothing moving in it and the computer does not does not go anywhere. I tried starting it in safe mode also. Looks like window does not start (?)

any help, please!!

Easiest thing to try first: boot the computer and tap F8 as you boot; use "Last Known Good Configuration" and try to boot. It should be in the same black and white screen as Safe Mode.

Thank you

I tried, F8, F10, tried safe mode, last configuration etc.....but it stays stuck there.

try to reformat with a backup?

The quickest way to get up and running again is a repair reinstall "over the top" of XP; it will replace the system files without losing your data. In order to do this you must have a retail or OEM version of Windows XP, not a restore disk or restore partition.

If you do not have the above, then try to get a disk of Windows XP the same version as you have (XP Home, or XP Pro) and do a repair reinstall from that. When the disk asks for your key number enter YOURS not the one that came with the disk. This is legal, by the way. Remember to do a repair reinstall, not a new install or you will lose all your data and programs.

Tutorial Link: How To Repair Reinstall XP