System\DRIVERS\pci.sys. Error

[Ron in The Forest of Dean]

When trying to open up XP I get the error message System\DRIVERS\pci.sys. I
have been told we need to re-install the XP start-up disk. Un-fortunately
this has been lost. Can I down load a new one or is there an alternative?

 

[Leonard Grey]

If you purchased Windows XP in a retail store:

"How to Replace Lost, Broken, or Missing Microsoft Software or Hardware"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/326246/en-gb

If you did not purchase Windows XP in a retail store, you have two choices:

1. Buy a new copy of Windows XP.
2. If you know the product key for your copy of Windows XP, borrow a
/same-version/ Windows XP disc and install it with your product key.

P.S. You wouldn't have this problem if you backed up.