Computer rebooted in middle of XP auto-update, now windows won't s

[IlliniSteve]

A windows XP security automatic update was processing, and computer was
accidentally shut off. Now Windows won't start - even in safe mode or last
known good configuration.

Any suggestions for getting it started ?

[PA Bear [MS MVP]]

Please state your full Windows version (e.g., WinXP SP3; Vista SP1) when
posting to this newsgroup.

Start a free Windows Update support incident request:
https://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?gprid=6527

Support for Windows Update:
http://support.microsoft.com/gp/wusupport

For home users, no-charge support is available by calling 1-866-PCSAFETY in
the United States and in Canada or by contacting your local Microsoft
subsidiary. There is no-charge for support calls that are associated with
security updates.

For more information about how to contact your local Microsoft subsidiary
for security update support issues, visit the International Support Web
site: http://support.microsoft.com/common/international.aspx

For enterprise customers, support for security updates is available through
your usual support contacts.
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~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-Windows (IE, OE, Security, Shell/User)
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