Since you have access to a computer, try googling "windows 2000 a disk error occurred",
as a starting point. Also, how far do you get in the bootup process before the error
message. Try hitting F8 and see if you get a screen with various bootup choices. Also,
if you know the manufacturer of your hard drive, go to their web site and download disk
testing utilities. Also, can you get into your Bios setup right at the beginning of the
bootup, you might find some information abou the hard drive(size, manufacturer). Also
google "windows 2000 startup disk", that'll take you to alot of information and maybe
even a downloadable startup file. Go to the Microsoft Knowledge Base and search for
this problem. Try googling "free disk diagnostics" and see if you can find some
downloadable files that will work off a floppy drive.
Sorry, it's very late and I haven't had this kind of problem(knock on wood) for long
enough that I've forgotten the drill. But if you have access to a computer you can dig
for information instead of waiting for an answer on the newsgroup. Also supply as much
information about the problem as possible...ie, does the computer beep(beep codes)
before the error message, is the hard drive light blinking, any unusual noises, any
other words on the screen when the error message shows.
Good luck,
John
