Are you sure it is in safe mode and not just 640X480 resolution?
Everytime my computer boots up it will start in safe mode. I have tried pressing F8 while it loads and chose normal but still doesn't work. The OS I'm using is win. 98. Please feel free to email me at jrmintz24@msn.com with any help or advice.

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