boot.ini files
Posted inFile Systems

What's The Difference Between MBR and BCD?

When dealing with boot issues or system configurations, understanding the roles of the Master Boot Record (MBR) and the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) is crucial. They might sound similar to the average computer user, but they serve different purposes in the boot process of a Windows operating system. Let’s break down their differences and functionalities to make them more understandable.
POST code card reader
Posted inTroubleshooting and Support

How to Diagnose and Fix Boot Errors Using POST

A small, inexpensive device sits in every PC repair technician's toolbox, it's a Power-On Self-Test (POST) code checker. POST is a quick set of diagnostic tests run by every computer during the first few seconds of booting. As the computer checks each component it needs to boot, it sends a special code that a POST code checker can print.