Use Device Manager to determine the start of the problem

  
Device Manager to display the hardware installed in your computer in a graphical view. Use this tool to resolve any possible device conflicts or identify incompatible devices that may cause startup problems.

To start Device Manager, perform the following steps:
  1. Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then click Manage.
  2. Expand System Tools, then click Devices Manager.

    The device installed in the computer is listed in the right pane. If a symbol is displayed next to the device, there may be a problem with the device. For example, a black exclamation point (!) on the yellow bottom indicates that the device is faulty. Status.

    Note: To disable a device in Device Manager, right-click the device and click Disable.
  3. Investigate possible device conflicts. To do this, in the right pane Double-click the device, and then click the Resources tab.

    If there is a device conflict, the device will be listed under "Collision Device List".

    Please note "Use Automatic Settings" check If Windows successfully detects the device, this checkbox will be selected and the device will function properly. However, if the resource settings are based on Basic Configuration n (where n is any number from 0 to 9), then you You may need to change this configuration. To do this, click on a different basic configuration in the list, or manually change the resource settings. WARNING: This procedure may require changes to the computer's Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) settings and the basic input/output system ( BIOS) settings. Incorrect changes to the computer's BIOS can cause serious problems. Changing your computer's CMOS settings is at your own risk.

    If Windows cannot resolve resource conflicts, verify that your computer is configured to allow Windows enumeration For devices in your computer, enable the “Plug and Play OS” setting in the Setup tool of your computer's BIOS. To change your computer's BIOS settings, see your computer documentation or contact your computer manufacturer.
  4. If you are sure For the device in question, disable it and re-save it in normal mode Start the computer.

    If the computer starts up properly, the device you disabled may be the cause of the boot problem.

    Ensure that the device is on the Windows Server 2003 Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) Listed and installed correctly. Also, report the phenomenon to the manufacturer and get information about possible updates that can resolve startup issues.

    About how to configure devices in Device Manager For additional information, click the article number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base

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