Starting Computer in Safe Mode
Safe Mode is a Windows troubleshooting mode that loads only the essential software needed to run your system.
When booted in the Safe Mode, the screen images will look different from what they usually do. This is normal.
To perform defrag in Safe Mode, please follow these steps:
We recommend you print these instructions before proceeding. They will not be available to you once you are in Safe Mode.
1) Restart your computer.
2) As your computer is restarting, press the F8 key repeatedly.
3) At the menu, choose either:
SAFE MODE WITH NETWORKING:
Windows 2000, XP ONLY when connecting to Internet via DSL or cable modem choose Safe Mode with Networking.
SAFE MODE
ALL who use Dial-up
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