How to Boot Vista in Safe Mode

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make sure you don't have any disks

   If there are any, remove them.
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   Step 2: or DVDs in your computer.

   Click Start, then click the right arrow next to the lock button, and then click Restart. , When you see the Advance Boot Options menu, stop pressing F8. , Safe Mode with Networking will let you access the internet and other networks in safe mode.Safe Mode with Command Prompt will load a command prompt interface, instead of the usual graphical Windows interface.
   
   This is intended for advanced users. , In order to access your computer in safe mode, you'll need administrative rights. , In the dialog box that asks if you'd like to proceed in safe mode, click Yes.
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   Step 3: Restart the computer.

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   Step 4: Press and hold F8 while the computer restarts.

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   Step 5: On the Advanced Boot Options screen

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   Step 6: use the up or down arrow keys to select Safe Mode

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   Step 7: and then press ENTER.

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   Step 8: Login to the computer as an administrator.

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   Step 9: Finish starting up in safe mode.

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