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This time we will learn how to use the Bootrec.exe tool in the Windows Recovery Environment to troubleshoot and fix often startup issues in Windows Vista.

INTRODUCTION

You can use the Bootrec.exe tool in the Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE) to troubleshoot and fix the following items in Windows Vista:
-Master boot record (MBR)
-Boot sector
-Boot Configuration Data (BCD) store

Note: When you are troubleshooting startup errors by using the Windows RE, you should first try the Startup Repair option in the System Recovery Options dialog box.
If the Startup Repair option does not fix the mistake, or if you must troubleshoot more steps by hand, use the Bootrec.exe utility.

MORE INFO

To run the Bootrec.exe utility, you must start Windows RE. To do this, follow these steps:
1.Put the Windows Vista installation disc in the disc drive, and then start the computer.
2.Press a key when you are prompted.
3.Select a language, a time, a currency, a keyboard or an input method, and then click Next.
4.Hit Repair your computer.
5.Hit the OS that you want to fix, and then hit Next.
6.In the System Recovery Options dialog window, hit Command Prompt.
7.Type Bootrec.exe, and then press ENTER.

Good luck with your Windows Vista, since with this OS your still need it.

Regards,
Carl