Windows System Recovery
Without knowing more about the nature of the problems you are having, and what preceded the collapse of your system, it sounds as though you might benefit most from a clean operating system install. Before doing so, try using the “scan now” command which scans your computer for damaged Windows operating system files and replaces them with fresh copies off of your installation discs. First, insert your original Windows installation discs and then go to the Start button (if possible), click Run, and enter: sfc /scannow.
If that doesn’t work and you can access your files and folders, make backup copies of them and save them to either disks or a UBS flash drive. If your operating system is corrupted and you can’t access your system controls, you will have to format your computer.
Prepare your data, program files and drivers for reformatting
Before you format your hard drive, you should know that absolutely everything will be removed from your computer. This means all your files and folders of documents, photos, music and video. It also means all of your programs and applications will be removed, so you are going to need to have the original installation disks to re-install, or download the programs again from the Internet. If you have added external components to your system, or enhanced your computer with advanced graphic or sound cards, you might also need to reinstall the drivers to re-configure the compatibilities. So, before you go any further, look for your program and device disks, or look online at the manufacturers’ websites for downloads. Once you are sure that you have or can access the programs that you will need to re-install, you can format your hard drive.
Prepare to reformat your hard drive
Formatting your computer hard drive means wiping it clean of all its saved file directories and addresses, essentially deleting the material and preparing the disk for a clean install of the operating system. Make sure that you have your operating system registration code, in addition to the disk, because you will need it to activate the installation. Once you have saved all your data, organized your programs and disks, you are ready to go.
Access the specific process for your computer and operating system
The precise steps used to format hard disk drives vary by computer model and operating system and you should seek some more specific advice pertaining to the details of your system. Write again, and provide your computer make and model, and the operating system that you are installing for a step by step guide to format your computer. Or, if you prefer some more hands on advice, Filetonic recommends the remote technical support available here www.filetonic.com/support. These experts will discuss your particular situation, and walk you through the process of troubleshooting your system.
Kate Dubensky | November 17th, 2008
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