Can't F8 to boot in safe mode

[Ms.Goodwrench]

I have a Dell XPS about a year old that I've never been able to boot up in
safe mode... I punch and hold down that F8 key as it starts but nothing
happens, it boots normally. Is there a reboot-in-safe mode option in
Windows XP that I can use? Or is the F8 deal my only option?

 

[Lynn]

It maybe your Dell XPS to enter Safe mode hotkey not F8,u can communicate
with dell customer service center.

 

[Test User]

I have a Dell XPS about a year old that I've never been able to boot up in
safe mode... I punch and hold down that F8 key as it starts but nothing
happens, it boots normally. Is there a reboot-in-safe mode option in
Windows XP that I can use? Or is the F8 deal my only option?

Use MSCONFIG, and look for the boot.ini /safeboot option.

HTH
-pk

 

[Guest]

I have a Dell also, you do not hold down the F8 key, you rapidly tap the F8 key
when you turn your system on:
"How to Boot in Safe Mode"
http://www.columbia.edu/acis/capture/safemode.html

 

[Ms.Goodwrench]

Use MSCONFIG, and look for the boot.ini /safeboot option.

HTH
-pk

Thanks -- worked great.