How to Start System Restore in XP from the Command Prompt
If your computer is really trashed, this info may help...
Restart your computer, and then press F8 during the initial startup to start your computer in Safe Mode with a command prompt.
Log on to your computer with an administrator account or with an account that has administrator credentials.
Type the following command at a command prompt, and then press ENTER:
%systemroot%\system32\restore\rstrui.exe