Iganog8 wrote:I run a computer repair business and I have 2 machines(Both E machines) with this error. They are all Windows Vista. I have determined this error happened from a automatic update (from Microsoft!!!!) that was installed.
If you have a Vista DVD you can fix the error easily by using the Startup repair function on the DVD. This error will happen again if you update your computer. There were many updates installed and I am not sure which one corrupts the system. I just disabled automatic installs until I find out more information!!!
I hope this helps and if anybody knows more about this please post a reply!!
I hate Vista!!!

The reason for the automatic updates causing this error is due to the updates writing to the hive when the crash ocurred. What caused the crash is another reason there, it could be an emachine problem...an issue with a driver or update that the emachines are using, causing the crash during the update and therefore corrupting the hive.
This problem is and was FAR from a Vista only problem, this occurred to me a few times when I had Win2k installed, which was due to the motherboard having an issue, it was rare...happened about 3 or 4 times in 6 years. In the 4 years I was working in a computer repair shop, then owned the store, I've seen this problem many..many...many times.
The problem is, his wasn't caused by an update...his problem is most likely related to the problem with the CD/DVD rom issue. Like was mentioned earlier, he would be able to fix this problem..but since he CANNOT boot he can't even get to the repairs.
The problem is most likely related. OH, just read below about the install error... New plan.
THIS is due to it not reading the file to the processor right. This is due to either a bad disc, bad drive, bad path to the motherboard. Could be bad memory, or processor.
Looks like it's time to start eliminating a few things. If you tried a new disc, drive and cable, then try new ram (if you don't have ram..try pulling one stick out at a time, if there is more than one stick). If all this fails...then dig a hole...a very deep hole.
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