Unable to install Windows 8 - Error Code 0x0000005D

Question

I am trying to install Windows 8 build 9200 enterprise on a Pentium 4 PC, but upon boot, I am getting the following error message:
Your PC needs to restart
Please hold down the power button
Error Code 0x0000005D
Parameters
0x030F0401
0x756E6547
0x49656E69
0x6C65746E


Suddenly there is no file upload and I am unable to install it on my PC. What can be the source of the problem?

Answer 1

Hi,

nlike Windows Vista and 7, Windows 8 (as from build 8400) is not compatible with all models of the Pentium 4 processor.

This is due to the fact that Windows 8 requires a processor compatible with the following functions: SSE2, PAE and NX bit. All Pentium 4 are compatible with SSE2 and EAP: the problem may come from the NX bit.
First, make sure your Pentium 4 model supports the NX bit: for sockets 423 or 478 processors, then it won't work (in most cases).
For sockets 775 processors, it can be compatible. If the CPU supports NX-bit, you can install Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit (it depends on the models!).
Also make sure that NX bit is not disabled in the BIOS (if present).

Comments

I have the same problem with P4 2.8 Northwood
I will be reinstalling XP ( that's $50 wasted)