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queenlady

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July 14th, 2005 03:00

Windows wont start txtsetup.sif missing or corrupt

hello this is my first time posting I also get a blue screen error that has a stop code of 0x0000006B then once I try to reinstall windows XP from cd it says the txtsetup.sif is missing or corrupt, I have a lot of info on here and it has been maybe two days I have been searching the internet for information...I can't reinstall because that file is missing so whats next and what could the problem be?
 
It all started maybe 2 days ago, I put this cdrw photo cd in my drive and it locks up, so I remove it and everything was fine for maybe an hr...then windows shut down and I recieved the blue screen that says
process1_initialization_failed
stop code 0x0000006B (0xc000007A, 0X000000008, 0X00000000, 0X00000000)
So I tried numerous times to start it normally, in safe mode, last working config....and it kept bringing me back to the blue screen...I tried to use my reinstall cd that I got with the dimension 2400, and I boot it from IDE drive...after it checks hardware for configuration it says that the INF file TXTSETUP.SIF is corrupt or missing windows cant install..press any key to exit
WHAT SHOULD I DO I AM SO STUCK...I have no floppy drive because my system didnt come with one...we typically use it for schoolwork and I need whats on there!!
Please help and thanks in advance

VCraig

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July 14th, 2005 20:00

I may be wrong, but from what you've posted so far I'm guessing you have a "resource CD" which in essence is a copy of what your system shipped with, but not a full Windows CD version where you can boot to the Windows setup menu. Point being, when the operating system is messed up to the point where you can't boot into Windows (from whatever reason, including a worm, virus, hi-jacked, etc.) that's where having a full copy of Windows is your lifesaver - with the setup CD loaded on bootup the Windows install routine will take you to an options menu for the Windows repair console, reinstallaton (copy over your existing Windows installation) or a fresh installation of Windows where the HD is erased, then partitioned before the OS install begins where it will detect your installed devices, etc. The downside with a fresh install is you lose any stored/saved data when the HD is erased and repartitioned. As to a full copy of Windows XP, if I were you, I'd call Dell, explain your current situation and inabilility to even boot to the OS using the resource CD, and ask them to send you a full copy of Windows for your system tag number so you can do a fresh install of Windows.

Message Edited by VCraig on 07-14-2005 05:07 PM

pctech2003

4 Posts

July 16th, 2005 19:00

Hi,

I have been having the same problem when windows tries to copy files from the cd.except it does not stop with txtsetup but includes alot of other files that seem to be missing or corrupt.

I was talking with dell tech support and they are as dump founded as I am. I tried everything so far except a new dell power supply and processor. I have replaced the CDROM drive, cables, HDD,and as a last resort dell tech support thought well maybe its the motherboard so I replaced it for dimmension 2400, and even tried a new out of the package windowsXP Home Edition.

GUESS WHAT? no such luck

I still get the same errors that a certian file is missing or corrupt(It is not always the same file it is usaully a different file everytime I try to re-install windows.

But when I take that OS to another system it works fine.

So far my clients PC is useless except as a dorr stop.

queenlady

11 Posts

July 19th, 2005 19:00

ok here's my update I ran the Norton 2005, came back good no virus or anything, so I attempt tp use the reinstall again...and this is the message I get
INF file txtsetup.sif is corrupt or missing, status 47872
Setup cannot continue. Press any key to exit.
 
I know I posted that before, but I left out the status cuz I wasnt exactly sure what it was,  I am thinking of purchasing a new Windows XP OS disc, but I would really hate to spend the money and thats not the problem
Any suggestions...

pctech2003

4 Posts

July 26th, 2005 01:00

Problem solved, as a last resort I changed the processor and added a new stick of memory.
The memory that I used is DIMM, 256MB, 400MHz, Non-ECC, 8K, 184pin. I added the new memory first and the OS loaded up nicely but still had errors during SP2 installation it would not allow it, I would get the BLUE SCREEN OF DEATH saying system halted blah, blah, blah, you know the rest to prevent damage to the system.

So I then replaced the Processor with a new P4 2.53GHz, 1.525V max 533MHz, 512KB L2-Cache PGA-478 Pkg. GUESS WHAT!

It works great not a single error. SP2 loaded and all windows updates.

Replace your processor.

Cheers,
Brian.

pctech2003

4 Posts

July 26th, 2005 01:00

Just a note on the memory
Order it from DELL Part#700183-1
Dell Brand

queenlady

11 Posts

July 28th, 2005 16:00

thanks will do soon THANKs so much....me being moderately computer savvy...maybe this is a dumb question...Will all my information still be on my harddrive after I change my processor?

pctech2003

4 Posts

August 1st, 2005 18:00

oh ya, all your doing is replacing your processor. The hard drive is not effected.

Good Luck

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