Hi Folks

Have a PC that on boot gives this message -

Windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt:
\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\CONFIG\SYSTEM

You can attempt to repair this file by starting Windows Setup using the original Setup CD-ROM.
Select 'r' at the first screen to start repair.

Only prob is I don't have the original CD and it wont recognise my cd and just goes back to message.

Equaly it wont let me use a 'floppy' boot disc either.

Will not start in Safe mode either or any other 'F8' options.

I have a HDD caddy can I swap the file on the Hard drive by attaching it to another PC? If so how?

Alternatively if I remove the battery from the mobo and replace will this overide the pc recognising the CD?

Any and all help as always, appreciated.