Computer only boots in safe mode
Question/Problem: This morning, my computer wasn't starting. That is, it sprung on but the screen remained blank. I re-booted, and it worked fine for a few minutes, then re-booted itself (again the screen remained blank). This happened two or three times. I finally booted in safe mode and it runs fine. Next I tried a system restore. Now when I boot in "normal" mode, the desktop seems to have been wiped clean - no icons, no task bar, no nothing. I can only use it in safe mode, and then it seems to be stable. What can I do?
Operating System, Version and Service Pack: Windows XP SP 3.
Web Browser and Version: Firefox 3.6.21
Your level of experience: Completely clueless.
When did the problem start? Since this morning (about 12 hours now).
Any steps you've taken to troubleshoot? Virus scans (Avast, Malwarebytes, PC Housecall and Superantispyware - nothing was detected). Thoroughly vacuuming out the inside to eliminate dust. Next I did a system restore. Yeah, told you. Clueless. :|
If you are receiving an error message, please include the entire text of the message. (If you have an error log, please post it under a LJ-Cut): No error message.
Thank you in advance! :)
Operating System, Version and Service Pack: Windows XP SP 3.
Web Browser and Version: Firefox 3.6.21
Your level of experience: Completely clueless.
When did the problem start? Since this morning (about 12 hours now).
Any steps you've taken to troubleshoot? Virus scans (Avast, Malwarebytes, PC Housecall and Superantispyware - nothing was detected). Thoroughly vacuuming out the inside to eliminate dust. Next I did a system restore. Yeah, told you. Clueless. :|
If you are receiving an error message, please include the entire text of the message. (If you have an error log, please post it under a LJ-Cut): No error message.
Thank you in advance! :)