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How to Fix “NTLDR is Missing” Error on Windows XP

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Here is my quick tip to fix “NTLDR is Missing” error on Windows XP:

  1. Boot the computer with a bootable CD or floppy that can read and write the C:\ drive. I recommend you to use BartPE as it’s a very easy and usefull tool to fix windows offline.
  2. Download NTLDR is Missing.zip, extract and save the 3 files into your C:\ drive.
  3. You may need to modify the boot.ini file to fit your need. 99% chance you won’t need to change it ;)
  4. Restart your computer … and Done

Tips:
You can also use Windows XP bootable CD and then select Repair and use the Recovery Console to copy the 3 files (ntldr, ntdetect.com and boot.ini) back to your C:\

However, Recovery Console will ask you the Administrator’s password before you can get inside it. Don’t worry :) in case you need help with the password, you can read How to Reset Windows XP Administrator Password for help ;)

Hope you’ll find this tip usefull :)

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14 Comments »

Comment by Bryan
2007-04-12 06:45:32

Thanks dude, I couldn’t find these files for download ANYWHERE. You’re my hero :x

Comment by Ismu Surizan
2007-04-12 08:21:32

You’re welcome my friend :)

 
 
Comment by amin Subscribed to comments via email
2007-08-19 01:01:15

thanks man your the best!!!!!!
thanks thanks thanks !!!

Comment by Ismu Surizan
2007-08-19 09:09:46

glad I can help ;)

 
 
Comment by fedra Subscribed to comments via email
2008-01-17 12:41:33

how to copy NTLDR is missing.zip into drive c??
thanks before

Comment by Ismu Surizan
2008-01-17 13:02:23

use BartPE & extract the zip file to your C drive.

 
 
Comment by Brandon Subscribed to comments via email
2008-03-20 03:35:57

If the ntldr is missing, and u try to fix it with.
-Acer Recovery
-Windows Xp
-Windows Repair system
and that doesnt work,& that all the drives are missing.
Will this help the other problems, or will it just help the one problem, or possibly fix them all?

Comment by Ismu Surizan
2008-03-20 07:34:40

all the drives are missing? i think, you may need to check your HDD for any hardware related problem.

 
 
Comment by bobby Subscribed to comments via email
2008-05-29 08:47:50

i get ntldr missing it says hit ctrl alt del to reastart evey time i do thats as far as i get hope u can help

Comment by Ismu Surizan
2008-05-29 08:55:27

you need to boot your computer using bootable cd. the above steps can help you.

Comment by bobby Subscribed to comments via email
2008-05-29 08:58:38

ive tried keep getting same mssg

 
 
 
Comment by Kaulu Chaka Subscribed to comments via email
2008-07-22 05:48:44

I have “NTLDR is Missing” problem when I replaced my CD drive with a new one. The computer boots if I disconnect it. Ihave thrown away the old non-working CD drive. All your help cannnot work as the drive can not be accessed. Please Help!!!

 
Comment by Lavinia Subscribed to comments via email
2008-09-10 18:42:30

I saw the BartPe but I can’t understand what I need! I’m sorry I’m a girl lost in Sao Tome’ and I cancelled boot.ini for error! please help me!

 
Comment by Bobbafet Subscribed to comments via email
2008-11-16 05:30:44

You rule, man. I’ve tried several methods, but only yours’ solved my problem. Thanks!

 

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