Error Message: File \$WIN_NT$.~BT\Ntkrnlmp.exe Could Not Be Loaded (260291)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
This article was previously published under Q260291

SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to upgrade a Dell Poweredge 4300 computer with a MegaRAID SCSI controller to Windows 2000, you may receive the following error message:
File \$WIN_NT$.~BT\ntkrnlmp.exe could not be loaded.

The error code is 1

Setup cannot continue. Press any key to exit.

CAUSE

The built-in MegaRAID SCSI controller is not compatible with Windows 2000.

RESOLUTION

To work around this issue, use either of the following methods:
  • Contact the manufacturer for an updated BIOS that resolves this issue.
  • Disable the MegaRAID SCSI controller and install a Windows 2000-compatible SCSI adapter.

MORE INFORMATION

This computer has been discontinued.

For related information about the MegaRAID SCSI controller, see the following American Megatrends Web site:

http://www.ami.com

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Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/20/2003
Keywords:kberrmsg kbHardware kbprb kbUpgrade w2000upgrade KB260291
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