Launcher won't launch (new install)...

[Kamikaze]

Launcher Version: 1.0.1.0

Operating System: Windows XP

Java Version: Java 7 Update 11

Antivirus Program: VirusScan (Primary), AVAST (Secondary)

Description of Problem:

Launcher fails to launch / initialize. Uncertain why this error appears. Minecraft 1.4.7 (vanilla) is working fine.

Due to hard drive failure, had to re-install everything (including Windows XP), but TechnicLauncher won't work. Windows and all other programs are on new, primary hard drive, I: (automatic assignment by Windows XP installation).

Error Messages:

TechnicLauncher.exe - Application Error

The application failed to initialize properly (0xc0000135). Click on OK to terminate the application.

Error Log:

This is a new installation of the Technic Pack. .techniclauncher/logs folder does not exist yet...