Boot safe mode and see if it gets that far. Given the age of XP and uncountable pages about SAFE MODE, I'll wait for the test result.
Also, where's that backup of this system? It's moved from optional to mandatory over the years.
Bob
XP - Black screen after failing WGA - help!
Hi folks
My computer running windows xp sp2 failed windows genuine advantage and now I am met with a black screen:
- no icons
- no start up menu
What I have left:
- black screen
- mouse curser
- task manager
My copy of XP is genuine but I have no idea what to do now.
Thanks!

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