How to get to safe mode in XP on a HP

[savannahchuck]

How do I get to Safe Mode in XP

 

[Keytask]

When your computer starts and you see the black, blue and white Dell screen, repeatedly press F8 until the screen goes black and a list comes up. Use the arrow keys to scroll down to "Safe Mode" and press Enter.

The list you get should look like this,

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