Computer question

[Andrew Mason Kane]

My windows vista computer had an 0xc000014c error code and asked me for a windows instilation disc I contacted the store where I had bought the laptop and they said they had no such disc does anyone know where I can find a download to burn to a disc to create one?

[AlanHo]

My windows vista computer had an 0xc000014c error code and asked me for a windows instilation disc I contacted the store where I had bought the laptop and they said they had no such disc does anyone know where I can find a download to burn to a disc to create one?

I would suggest to first see if you can boot your computer in Safe Mode. If you can I would then suggest trying a System Restore to a point in time prior to any issues.

The System Restore tool uses restore points to return system files and settings to an earlier point in time. You can use it to restore the operating system to a point in time in which you did not experience the issue. When you use System Restore to restore the computer to a previous state, programs and updates that you installed after that date are removed

How to boot your system into Safe Mode…

1. Restart your computer if it is powered on.

2. Tap the F8 key after your computer initially powers on.

3. Once you see the Advanced Boot Options menu you can stop tapping.

4. Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight your selection.

5. Select Safe Mode with Networking and press Enter.

6. You should see drivers loading, and then Please wait.

7. You should then be at the Welcome Screen.

8. Logon to your computer using an account with Administrator privileges.

Running the System Restore utility…

1. Click Start, click All Programs, click Accessories, click System Tools, and then click System Restore.

2. Click Continue or provide Administrator credentials if necessary.

3. Click Choose a different restore point, and then click Next.

4. Select a Date and Time prior to first sign of the issue you've described.

5. If the date you need is in excess of (5) days click the Show restore points older than 5 days check box.

Important Notice: System Restore affects Windows system files, programs, and registry settings. It can also make changes to scripts, batch files, and other types of executable files on your computer. Thus, any recently installed programs, updates, or changes to configuration will be lost if you use System Restore. However, make note that System Restore does not affect personal files, such as e-mail, documents, or photos, so it cannot help you restore a deleted file.

[Andrew Mason Kane]

I am unable to access safe mode or any mode at all so the need for a windows instilation disk continues...

[-pops-]

Was there no disk at all supplied with the machine?

It is normal for at least a "recovery" disk to be provided. From this you are able to access a hidden partition which should contain all of the required Windows software.

If you have no disks at all, contact the manufacturer of the machine.

If all else fails, it should be possible to use a borrowed Windows disk to carry out the registry repair (which is what this message indicates). To do this, the version number of Windows must be the same as the original installation.

[Andrew Mason Kane]

I don't have any recovery discs nor any one wo will lend me theirs

[-pops-]

I don't have any recovery discs nor any one wo will lend me theirs

If you have no disks at all, contact the manufacturer of the machine.