How to enter "Safe Mode"

To enter "Safe Mode" in XP/Vista/Windows 7 follow the below steps.

• Restart your computer
• As the computer boots up and you see your logo come on the screen begin tapping the "F8" key. You should get a black screen with white lettering
• Now using the up and down arrows on the keyboard move to "Safe Mode" or "Safe Mode With Networking" (if you need to access the internet while in "Safe Mode"

"Safe Mode" is a useful tool when diagnosing computer problems. It only loads the minimum required drivers and will allow you to further repair or diagnose your system.