subject: Tips To Resolve Stop: 0x00000079 Error Message In Windows [print this page] STOP error messages in Windows occurs due to many reasons, like improper system shutdown, virus infection, file system crash, etc. But, sometimes, a STOP error message occurs due to the mismatched Abstraction Layer (HAL) in the system. This halts the booting process of the Windows operating system, due to which the data stored in the hard drive becomes inaccessible. To overcome such situations, a valid and updated data backup is required. However, if the backup is found to be unavailable, then you will need to use a powerful Windows Data Recovery Software to retrieve and restore your data completely.
For instance When you install Windows XP on a Windows Server 2003 based computer, you encounter a STOP error message similar to the following:
In addition, you will not be able to install Windows XP in several subsequent attempts.
Cause:
The main causes for the above STOP error message are:
Mismatched Hardware Abstraction Layer or HAL.
If the first parameter of the STOP error is 3, it means that the Ntldr (operating system loader) is older than the Windows Server 2003 kernel.
Resolution:
To resolve these issues, you need to replace the older version of Ntldr file with a copy of latest operating system version. To do so, follow the steps given below:
Re-boot the older Windows operating system by using the Recovery Console.
Type the number of the older Windows operating system installation at the Recovery Console, and then press 'Enter'.
In most cases, the above resolution will help you in solving these issues. But, if the problem persists, then you need to re-install the Windows Server 2003 operating system. A fresh re-install of the operating system results in loss of all the previously stored data from the hard drive. In such situations, it is always recommended to use an effective Windows Data Recovery Software. These Windows Partition Recovery tools incorporate high-end scanning algorithms to ensure accurate recovery of your data. These Windows Data Recovery applications are equipped with intuitive graphical user-interface that makes them easy to use and understand.
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