NTLDR missing after VB update

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muggie
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NTLDR missing after VB update

Post by muggie »

I just updated to the latest build 3.1.6 r59351. Now when I try to load Windows XP I get a NTLDR is missing message. When I put in the intall disc to load from that it is actually reinstalling. Is this normal for updates?
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Sasquatch
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Re: NTLDR missing after VB update

Post by Sasquatch »

This should not happen. I think something broke on your VM install itself. It wouldn't be the first time that Windows breaks itself with an update or otherwise. Sometimes anti-virus software can cause this.
When you boot the VM with the install disc, you should have a repair option available that drops you to a command line for recovery.
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