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• I want to know how to restore the computer to its factory settings, when I bought from a private party and have an administrators access code

  I want to know how to restore the computer to its factory settings, when I bought from a private party and have an administrators access code

  Hello

  What is the brand and model of the computer?

  The best method is to contact the computer manufacturer for help on how to set the computer to its factory settings.

  Hope this information helps.

• How can I restore my computer to its factory settings?

  I have a Toshiba Satellite L30-105

  I * don't * all CD' of recovery.

  How do I * restoration * new portable computer to its * factory settings *?

  pls help...

  Order the new CD/DVD recovery (if possible) and you will have factory again.
  Try to order under the https://backupmedia.toshiba.eu/landing.aspx

• How to restore my computer to its factory settings?

  I have a problem, I am selling my computer so I have to restore it to factory settings, but I don't know how, please help me.

  I have a problem, I am selling my computer so I have to restore it to factory settings, but I don't know how, please help me.

  Hey teorameix

  Contact the manufacturer and ask how to put the factory standards

  is to purchase recovery discs of their

  Another way is to see if you have a recovery partition on your hard drive

  You can start the recovery to factory standards by restarting the computer and then pressing F10 or F11 or Alt + F10 or 0

  depends on which manufacturer you

  Walter, the time zone traveller

• I restored my laptop to its factory settings, but now it's slower that ever - why is this?

  I have a Dell Inspiron 1545 Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2.

  It started 2 weeks ago - I had the legendary 'Black Screen of Death"and advises him to restore my laptop to its factory settings (all my documents etc are saved on an external hard drive). After the restoration, this is when the problems started. My computer is very slow. I know that's not the internet, I tried my sister's cell phone and the internet works fine.

  scanning using the preforms

  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/

  http://www.systweak.com/AntiSpyware/

  http://www.free-AV.com/en/download/index.html

  or Avast

  Make sure your system is clean first. use ccleaner to get rid of junkfiles http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner/download

  preform disk cleanup and defragmentation in order to improve the performance of your system.

  do not use unistall programs u.

  Make sure your windows is uptodate and drivers work correctly and that they are as uptodate.

  Use http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html to protect your pc against spyware, adware etc and keep it uptodate then use firefox as your browser

  only use the block announcement more, no script and WOT for safer web browsing for firefox.

  go to msconfig (type in the search box in startmenu then press enter) then prepare your computer to clean boot by disabling all startup items and any of the services of windows, and then restart your computer. See if it makes a difference? If she did then you should know which ones caused to slow down your pc.

  minimize your startup programs hollow msconfig (type in there search box in Start menu, and then press enter)

  try to check your drive for errors and also run the SFC (sfc) system through cmd (run cmd as administrator, and then type sfc/scannow)

• I have just started with a new internet provider and get phone calls from a source to say that they are windows and the need to access my computer because its infected in windows. It is this true.

  I have just started with a new internet provider and get phone calls from a source to say that they are windows and the need to access my computer because its infected in windows. It is this true.

  No, it's a scam, ignore the call.

  Just hang up, they are trying to steal your information or to install a virus on your PC.

• restored my Dell computer to its factory settings, but my backup files will not restore

  original title: restoration of PC for windows XP

  Used "files and Settings Transfer wizzard" to restore my Dell computer to its factory settings.

  I saved my files to an external hard drive.

  Restoring to factory settings worked fine however not recover my files backed up.

  A message is displayed (the location you specified contains no stored information)

  I can see the USMT2 file. UNC on my external hard drive and it's big enough.

  Need help to restore my files.

  Hi GeorgeGould,

  If it helps, try the step below and check out them.

  (a) access to the following location: C:\WINDOWS\system32 and copy the USMT folder (and all what it) to the location you saved the USMT2. The UNC file.

  (b) now when you run the files and the Transfer Wizard from the settings of the computer that you want to transfer the data, navigate to the location of USMT folder you saved above and click on ""migwiz " and that should start normal files and the wizard to transfer settings from this location."

  Note: Be sure to point to the location to the root, for example, if you save your data at X:\nelson\USMT2. UNC, then point the location to X:\NOT to X:\nelson\USMT2. UNC. The wizard should find the data automatically.

  You should now be able to successfully complete the transfer process.

  Additional reference on:

  Files and settings are not transferred when you use the files and the Settings Transfer Wizard 

• How to restore my computer to its manufacturers settings?

  How to restore my computer to its manufacturers settings?

  Hi Res,

  Please follow these steps using F10 or (Key Assist) to return to the factory setting.  Also, please backup your data and files first.

  Nick-

• I just got back my computer to its factory settings... and now I amd trying to connect to the internet

  I just got back my computer to its factory settings... and now I amd trying to connect to the internet but it is windows xp and im lost I tried the installation wizard and I still don't know any help would be great

  Hello

  1. how to access internet through hard wired or wireless?

   
  I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.
   
   
  Method 1:  You can follow the steps mentioned in the link below to make an Internet connection
   
  To establish an Internet connection
  http://www.Microsoft.com/resources/documentation/Windows/XP/all/proddocs/en-us/howto_i_client.mspx?mfr=true
   
   
  Also check out the article below: How to configure Internet access in Windows XP Professional.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/305549
   
   
  More information: You can see the steps outlined in the article below.
  How to troubleshoot possible causes of Internet connection problems in Windows XP.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/314095
   
   
  Hope this information is useful.

• I need to restore my laptop back to factory settings HP.

  I have Windows Vista Home Premium. But I don't know if it matters at this point.  My laptop does not recognize my hard drive, webcam, location of the backup file, scroll bar, does not allow me to run programs troubleshooting etc... the list is long. I want to just restore my computer to original date and start from scratch. Help, please.

  Hello

  by HP, I hope you mean that Hewlett Packard is the manufacturer, because the manufacturers have different ways to do

  If you don't have a recovery disc as it never came with it, press F11 at startup to start the process of recovery back to factory settings

  all data will be wiped from the hard drive during the process

  Here are the two ways to do:

  Restore the PC to its original state with the HP Recovery Manager of in Windows Vista

  If the PC can be started and opens on the Windows desktop, you can use the HP recovery disk to restore the PC to original factory State by following the steps below.

  1. Click Start and enter the recovery in the field of research. Select Recovery Manager in the list, when it becomes available. Allow the action to proceed, if you are prompted. The HP Recovery Manager opens.
     Alternatively, click Start , all programs , Recovery Manager , and then Recovery Manager . Allow the action to proceed, if you are prompted. The HP Recovery Manager opens.
  2. Click Advanced options , System Recovery , and then click Next . The PC will restart and reopen the Recovery Manager.
     Alternatively, if the advanced options is disabled, click Next , and then System Recovery . The PC will restart.
  3. When the PC restarts, select the System Recovery option and click Next .
  4. If you are prompted to use the Microsoft System Restore , click No and then click Next .
  5. When you are prompted, select back up your files first (recommended) , and then click Next . Follow the on-screen instructions.
  6. When you are prompted to recover without backing up your files , please STOP before you click Next .

     CAUTION:

     It's the last chance to change your mind recovery PC and delete all the files and programs. Once you click Next , the restore process cannot be stopped

  7. If you are convinced that you want to start the recovery process, click Next . The PC immediately starts formatting the disk hard drive and destroy all data.

  The recovery process may take up to several hours and will return the PC to its original state. All custom, settings drivers, software and upgrades or hardware updates are lost and must be reinstalled.
  Restore the PC to its original state with the HP Recovery Manager if Windows Vista is not accessible
  If the PC does not start under Windows, it may still be possible to use the HP recovery disk to restore the computer to its original state. The Recovery Manager can be started during the boot process by following the steps below.
  1. Press on the button / stop to start the PC and press the f11 key when the standard BIOS guests appear on the black screen.

     NOTE:

     By pressing the f11 key at startup on a computer with an image factory HP will start the system recovery process, even if the message is not displayed.

     • If the HP Recovery Manager can access the hard disk recovery partition, a prompt to back up user files before you start the recovery
  . Follow the instructions.
  • If the HP Recovery Manager cannot access the hard disk to resolve system errors, you need to use the recovery disk custom that you created to recover the hard disk to its original state.
  • If you have not created the custom recovery disk, or disks are damaged, you can order a replacement of HP recovery CD.

• When the Recovery Manager starts, follow the instructions of recovery step by step , shown above.

• I want to reset my computer to its factory settings

  I want to reset my computer to factory settings, wiping it completely clean., I downloaded vista service pack 2 when it came out, so I do not have the disc. I have the original disc, but it says I need service Pack2, how do I restore the factory settings without the disc it asks? I have a Dell Inspiron 1525 with service pack 2 downloaded.

  Hello

  There are several methods to reinstall Vista.

  There is no Windows Vista downloads available from Microsoft.

  You can contact your computer manufacturer and ask them to send you a set of recovery disks.

  They should do this for a small fee.

  To reinstall Vista using their recovery disk/s, you start from the 1st recovery disk they provide and follow the manufacturer's instructions to reinstall:

  You need to change the Boot order to make the DVD/CD drive 1st in the boot order:

  How to change the Boot order in BIOS:

  http://pcsupport.about.com/od/fixtheproblem/SS/bootorderchange.htm

  "How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and replace product manuals.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/326246

  And if you have never received a recovery disk when you bought your computer, there should be a recovery Partition on the hard drive to reinstall Vista on how you purchased your computer.

  The recovery process can be started by pressing a particular combination of the key or keys at startup. (Power on / start)

  Maybe it's F10, F11, Alt + F10, etc., depending on the manufacturer.

  Ask them to the proper key sequence.

  And if you do not score a manufacturer of recovery on your hard drive, you should be able to make your own recovery from her disks to reinstall the operating system.

  Go to programs > name of the manufacturer of your computer > then their system or recovery tools software topics for them, depending on how it is formulated.

  If you can't find any reference to it, contact the manufacturer for advice on how to make these recovery disks.

  Some manufacturers have more available Vista recovery disks.

  If this happens, you may need to try this instead:

  You can also borrow and use a Microsoft Vista DVD, which contains the files for the different editions of Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate) must be installed. The product key on your computer / Laptop box determines what Edition is installed.

  Other manufacturers recovery DVDs are should not be used for this purpose.

  And you need to know the version of 'bit' for Vista, as 32-bit and 64-bit editions come on different DVDs

  Here's how to do a clean install of Vista using a DVD of Vista from Microsoft:

  "How to do a clean install and configure with a full Version of Vista '

  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/117366-clean-install-full-version-Vista.html

  And once the operating system is installed, go to your computer manufacturer's website and get the latest drivers for your particular model or laptop computer.

  And phone Activation may be necessary when you use the above installation method.

  "How to activate Vista normally and by Activation of the phone '

  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/84488-activate-Vista-phone.html

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  And it is information of DELL to reinstall to factory settings:

  How ro reinstall from the Dell recovery partition:

  http://www.Dell.com/support/troubleshooting/us/en/04/KCS/KcsArticles/ArticleView?c=us&l=en&s=BSD&docid=DSN_336966

  Reinstalling the printer Dell supplied disk:

  http://www.Dell.com/support/troubleshooting/us/en/19/KCS/KcsArticles/ArticleView?c=us&l=en&s=DHS&docid=DSN_339949

  Reference Dell troubleshooting with startup problems:

  http://www.Dell.com/support/troubleshooting/us/en/19/KCS/KcsArticles/ArticleView?c=us&l=en&s=DHS&docid=DSN_343119

  Run the built-in diagnostic software:

  http://www.Dell.com/support/troubleshooting/us/en/04/KCS/KcsArticles/ArticleView?c=us&l=en&s=BSD&docid=266787

  And if this does not resolve your problem, please contact Dell or their Support Forums:

  http://en.community.Dell.com/support-forums/default.aspx

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  How tor eInstallez Servive Packs the reinstallation of Vista:

  Click Start > right click on computer > left click on properties > see if you have Vista 32 bit or Vista 64-bit installed.

  It will also tell you which SP you have installed.

  Then, choose the download of 'bit' OK to use to install Service Packs, installation of SP1 first if it is not already installed.

  Vista SP1 32-bit (x 86): http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=30

  Vista SP1 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=21299

  Vista SP2 32-bit (x 86): http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=16468

  Vista SP2 64-bit: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17669

  This Information Microsoft can help you resolve problems that you encounter during the installation of Service Packs for Vista.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947366

  See you soon.

• I NEED ASSISTANCE TO RESTORE THE COMPUTER BACK TO FACTORY SETTINGS

  I have a Dell Vista Home Premium 32 bit computer.  On April 14, I tried to update some drivers, install a music player & even install Vista Service Pack 1.  Is Service Pack 1 bis new section?  I've had my computer for several years and I have automatic updates, so I was surprised when I turned on my computer on April 14, and a message came saying Windows was this important update & I wanted to install, I did.

  Anyway, between all the stuff I did that night I somehow totally messed up my computer.  When nothing would not properly work, I went up to the back & Food Center.  I used this at least a couple of times before without a problem.  This time however, there is no restore point of your choice except April 14.  Anything before that.  When I click on choose another restore point, nothing happened.  I tried to choose April 14 restore point but that didn't help.  Then, to really live things, I decided to restart my computer in Mode safe.  I will never use this option again.  Now I can't get into anything other than Safe Mode.  I ran Spyware, Malware and all the options 'repair your computer' I could find.  Nothing did.  I came on this forum once and the person who helped me finally said the only thing that remains for me to do was to do a full system restore.  He said there was nothing more he could think of to help me.  He didn't tell me how.

  I'm not crazy to do recovery, because I don't know that I will have things then it will fix it, as my Internet service and who knows what else.  But not having not much money right now, I don't want to take my computer somewhere to be fixed if I have to.  Could you please help me to do a full system recovery?  First of all, how can I save my photos and my files, I don't want to lose?  And how do I know what I need to save?  I have a USB flash Memory Stick that I plugged into my computer.  He downloaded the software but I have no idea how to do to get my files to transfer to it.

  And what if I have a virus?  Would I transfer to the portable storage device and then reintroduce the virus to my computer when I transfer this back?  I ran spyware & malware and nothing shows up, but clearly SOMETHING is wrong.  I have a disc of reinstalling that came with my computer but I shouldn't need to use this, should I?  Someone has the patience to give me DETAILED instructions on how to make the recovery, including how to do a back up?  I would love you forever.

  Sandee

  Hi Sandeehttp://supportapj.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/dsn/en/document?journalid=67E9C215C4BABD6CE040AE0AB5E14F05&docid=339949

  It's way to Dell to reinstall from the DVD on your computer.

  Answer the questions in blue; It is in a sequence.

  http://supportapj.Dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/DSN/en/document?journalid=67E9C215C4BABD6CE040AE0AB5E14F05&docid=336966

  And that way if you also have a recovery partition on your hard drive.
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  To backup your data: files, photos, music, etc:

  1. plug the flash drive
  2. go in where your files are stored
  3. click right on what you want to record, example: a photo album > Send to > click on the USB Flash Drive(it might be Drive E: or F:)> it will save to it)
  4. Repeat until you have backed up all your data.

  When it comes time to reinstall the data, connect the Flash drive, AFTER that you have an anti-virus and Anti-Malware installed, right click on the flash drive? It Scan before copying the files on your computer.
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  After the reinstallation of this Image, you should have a period of trail for an anti-virus; ask here if you don't for a free good.

  And reinstall these 2 programs I gave you.
  You're doing a right click and scan your Flash drive with them:

  http://www.Spybot.info/en/index.html

  Spybot Search & Destroy 1.6.2 is a very good Anti-Spyware FREE program.

  Download, install, update and immunize your system with it.

  Then ANALYZE with her.

  Update and scan your system once a fortnight.

  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/MBAM.php

  Malwarebytes is as its name suggests, a Malware Remover!

  For the free version of scroll down their page to download

  Download.com or Major Geeks.com

  Download, install, upgrade and scan once a fortnight...

  Mick Murphy

• I have an acer aspire 3690 and I am trying to restore windows xp to its factory settings how to do that

  I have an acer aspire 3690 I am trying to restore to factory settings and is only let me go back to a certain date all I want on that, that's what org. came on the computer and the internet I do not have any disk

  Page 28 of the manual of your system describes how use the built in Acer eRecovery Management software to restore your system to factory settings.

  Doing so will scan all your personal data and when you did, I think you need to configure your Internet connection again since the factory settings are unlikely to know everything about your current installation of Internet.

  If you experience a problem with your system, I think I would fix rather whatever is the problem, but here's what Acer has to say about it:

  The manual is here:

  http://support.Acer.com/us/en/product/default.aspx?modelId=5

  This article reads as follows:

  Recovery and restore features allow to restore or restore the system
  a factory default image, leave a user created image or previously
  created backups of CD and DVD. You can also reinstall applications and drivers for your Acer system.

  1. press on + or select Acer eRecovery Management of the
  From Empowering Technology toolbar to start Acer eRecovery Management.

  2. position yourself in the restoration and recovery page by selecting the button restore.

  3. Select the point of backup you want to restore from. You can also
  choose to restore the system from a factory, to retrieve a default image
  already created CD/DVD or reinstall applications and drivers.

  4. follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

• How to restore my computer to its original settings

  I am selling my computer hwow can I remove power from her

  Depends on how paranoid you are, and if your computer is equipped with a provided by the manufacturer "restore hidden partition."

  When a computer manufacturer sells you a computer with Windows preinstalled, part of the Microsoft license agreement requires that it provides a way to reinstall the operating system.  In the old days, you will get a physical media (CD or floppy disks even), but for a number of years, manufacturers have been rather including hidden software on the disk hard drive that by operating, restores the computer to the way it was when it left the factory.

  How this restoration software is started depends on the brand and model of your computer.  See your user's Guide, go to the website of the manufacturer of the computer or identify the make and model in a response here.

  Running these software in general should replace anything currently on the hard disk, including your personal information.

  For more security, before running the software 'restore', you can delete any personal data that you know (there are still a few traces in the Windows registry and other locations of the system), and then run a utility that wipes free space and soft space on the disk.  See http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-secure-erase-utility.htm

  If you have a Windows installation CD to give to the buyer - or if you do not care to sell a computer without an operating system - download Darik Boot and Nuke (DBAN).  This utility will erase safely any hard drive, including the operating system.

  The extremely paranoid, including some administrations in three letters, remove hard disks and either keep for reuse or physically destroy them (by cutting, drilling, or fusion).

• I have a HP vectra running windows xp professional, version 2002 can download the version of the disc so I can restore my computer back to factory settings?

  I want to restore my computer to factory settings and start over, because I keep getting blue screen errors and I can't seem to fix.  I don't have the original disc, but I have the key code, is there a way to download the disc for Windows Professional version 2002?

  Hello

  I recommend you contact HP support and see if they can provide you with a recovery disc or disk installation for Windows XP.
  http://WWW8.HP.com/us/en/support-drivers.html

  I hope this helps.