Installed XP after installing 7 --> Error loading operating system

[Deleted member 79192]

I receive this message whenever the computer attempts to boot now. First time was during the first reboot of XP setup. I googled around and found it is a common problem apparently, and that the only fix (to restore 7) is to use some sort of "Windows 7 Recovery Console" which apparently doesn't exist.

Anybody have any clue how I can restore my computer? I'm no longer interested in dual booting at all, I just need access to my W7 back. >.<

 

[86 5.0L]

the recovery console is on the 7 DVD, looks like XP screwed up the boot.ini file for 7

boot into the 7 disc and run the recovery console

EDIT: Looks like you can do it without the DVD

http://windowslive.com/Connect/Post/E8E5CC039D51E3DB-2123982

 

[ProfessorKaos64]

Always in the future, go from oldest to newest OS. The guy above me is right, but remember that.

I think this is roundabout the same thing:

http://www.sevenforums.com/installation-setup/5475-how-install-win-xp-after-windows-7-beta.html