How to return the computer to factory conditions
I'm really having a very hard time with this. I tried to restore my computer to factory to get rid of windows 8 etc. I've erased everything, or so I thought. Windows 8 is still on it. I have discs I need etc to back to factory. But I can't figure out how to get the discs to run. I went to my control panel for the recovery and said everything I looked for me to choose methods of recovery in advance. Although in my control panel that the option is not there. So I'm still stuck on what to do. I want to go back to the factory and start but nothing I try does not work. I worked on it for 2 weeks and I am ready to throw this whole computer.
Hello
This should help you.
How to change the Boot order in BIOS:
http://pcsupport.about.com/od/fixtheproblem/SS/bootorderchange.htm
See you soon.
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How to restore the computer to factory settings?
I want to restore my computer back factory settings im tp do not know how to do that please inform me on what I do you solved the problem
Vista recovery media obtain and/or use the Partition Recovery Vista on your computer to the factory settings .
There is no Vista free download legal available.
Contact your computer manufacturer and ask them to send a recovery disk/s Vista set.
Normally, they do this for a cost of $ small.
In addition, ask them if you have a recovery Partition on your computer/laptop to restore it to factory settings.
See if a manual provided with the computer or go to the manufacturer's website, email or you can call for information on how to make a recovery.
Normally, you have to press F10 or F11 at startup to start the recovery process...
Another way I've seen on some models is press F8 and go to a list of startup options, and launch a recovery of standards of plant with it, by selecting the repair option.
Also ask them if it is possible to do the recovery disk/s for the recovery Partition in case of a system Crash or hard drive failure.
They will tell you how to do this.
Every computer manufacturer has their own way of making recovery disk/s.
Or borrow a good Microsoft Vista DVD (not Dell, HP, etc).
A good Vista DVD contains all versions of Vista.
The product key determines which version of Vista is installed.There are 2 disks of Vista: one for 32-bit operating system, and one for 64-bit operating system.
If install a cleaning is required with a good DVD of Vista (not HP, Dell recovery disks):
Go to your Bios/Setup, or the Boot Menu at startup and change the Boot order to make the DVD/CD drive 1st in the boot order, then reboot with the disk in the drive.
At the startup/power on you should see at the bottom of the screen either F2 or DELETE, go to Setup/Bios or F12 for the Boot Menu
http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/918884
MS advice on the conduct of clean install.
http://www.theeldergeekvista.com/vista_clean_installation.htm
A tutorial on the use of a clean install
http://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/winvista_install_03.asp
Super Guide Windows Vista Installation
After installation > go to the website of the manufacturer of your computer/notebook > drivers and downloads Section > key in your model number > get latest Vista drivers for it > download/install them.
Save all data, because it will be lost during a clean installation.
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http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/326246
'How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and upgrades, and replace product manuals'
See you soon.
Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner
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I want to return the computer to factory settings.
HP Pavilion DM4, Windows 7
I want to return the laptop to its factory settings. The problem is that I don't remember if it came with Microsoft Office installed. It is the only program that I use all the time. I have not installed anything other than Mozilla Firefox and the antivirus, of course.
It is extremely slow, twice I had the blue screen, I couldn't get the details, reboot it took care of that.
I'm not good at this, I don't want to get into something, I can't handle.
Hello
Please check the bottom of your machine, it must have a label/sticker that displays Microsoft product (even if you can't all read). If so, there is a sticker, please continue:
Except if you have deleted the recovery partition on your machine, your machine must have a recovery partition. Make sure all your backup files before you restore the PC/laptop to the factory settings.
To set your PC/laptop to the factory settings, restart the PC/laptop. At HP Home screen hit F11 repeatly has reached (or the ESC key on some machines) to start the recovery process. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Kind regards.
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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
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.
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I recently bought a used computer on craigslist. It's a HP Pavilion a6700f. He came originally with Vista, but the previous owner installed Windows 7 32 on it. I want to put it back to factory settings, but I can't seem to do it without the recovery disks, which I did not. I have tried F11 at startup, but the system recovery won't be open in this way for a reason any. I tried to buy HP recovery disks, but they only for Windows Vista 64-bit. I'm not sure if my computer came with Vista 64 bit or -34, although she has 34 bit Windows 7 right now. How can I recover the computer to factory settings? Can I buy the Vista 64-bit recovery discs and use them? Will they work? Thank you.
Hello
The command system will work for you given that provide you the product id of your machine. Please use the following link, it should tell you that the original operating system:
http://support.HP.com/us-en/document/bph07143
Good luck.
ps. Based on the following link, its original operating system was:
Windows Vista Edition Home Premium with Windows Media Center with Vista Service Pack 1 (64-bit)
Therefore, it should work with 64 bit.
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bought Vista Ultimate and had to restore the computer to factory
I need to be able to load ultimate on the same machine but have no software disc.
* original title - I bought Vista Ultimate and had to reset the computer to factory vista and I did via down load. Is it possible to recover the Ultimate. I bought three different times, and I have my license info. *
HelloI would ask you to contact the Microsoft customer service to get the installation disk. After installation, you can use the same license key that you purchased to activate Windows Vista Ultimate Edition. Or you can also contact the website from which you downloaded the Windows vista ultimate.
See the article below for more information.
How and when to contact Microsoft and support Customer Service
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/295539I hope this helps.Thank you, and in what concerns:
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How and when the computer turns off automatically?
Listen to internet radio, Sys Pref > saving energy on the default setting, wake up and radio program cut.
This is great... .buth how and when the computer turns off? When I reopen it wifi comes back, I'm correct when she stops she also turns off wifi?
Hello allan299,
Thank you for using communities of Apple Support.
According to your post, I see that you have any questions on how and when your computer shuts down, and how the WiFi on your Mac is affected. I know it's nice to be able to properly manage what happens when your computer stops and starts in mode 'sleep'. I'm happy to help you find the best resolution.
You're right, when your computer stops completely it will turn the Wi - Fi. If you enable the wake for network access, Wi - Fi remains lit, and you can access shared resources on your computer, such as printers or iTunes shared playlists even when your computer is in "sleep". Definition of a calendar closing and start on your Mac can also be useful.
Check out the following resources that will help the set options that control the energy use of your computer, sleep, and wake-up times for your Mac and the calendar from your Mac to turn on or turn off or go to sleep:
OS X Yosemite: energy saver Preferences
OS X Yosemite: set sleep and wake up on time for your Mac
OS X Yosemite: A schedule for your Mac to turn on or turn off or go to sleep
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How to return the image to the entire office including the taskbar
my nephew who has 2 years managed to return my desktop screen saver screen, icons and task bar, so that it went backwards and so I have to return the computer to read and operate. Help me.
Hello
Right-click on an empty area of the desktop - graphics Options - Rotation
CTRL + ALT + arrow key it also runs.
CTRL + Alt + (up arrow), Ctrl + Alt + arrow (pointing down), Ctrl + Alt + arrow (left) and also Ctrl + Alt + arrow (right)
I hope this helps.
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How to get the computer out of safe mode of power
How to get the computer out of safe mode of power
Hello jeffg56,
I understand that you want to leave safe mode, follow the steps below:
Exit Safe Mode:
Click Start, type msconfig in the search field and press ENTER to open the System Configuration window.
On the general tab of the System Configuration window, select Normal startup, and then click OK.
I hope this has been helpful, please let me know if you need more help.
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I suggest you to visit these links and check if it helps:
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/working-with-files-and-folders#section_4
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/folders-frequently-asked-questions
It will be useful.
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How to reset the computer to start the boot minimum troubleshooting.
I posted this screenshot because I have no idea what can be the maximum size of a question and I thought I have copy paste this but I to Sir's life saw the question so I did this. Additional information that could help. This is my task manager open resource monitor and windows firewall not wanting to tk starts. And I have windows updates where I chose to update (I try to deny each update.) And so far I've checked that I have 482,5 MB of updates of windows that say I should put to date. (apperently 130 important and 10 optional) in addition apperently my computer don't think that I am administrator I do not understand when I'm the only profile on the computer.
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In response to the information provided by you, please try to follow the methods and check them off below if this can help,
Step 1: Scan of Sfc.
System File Checker is a Windows utility that allows users to find corruptions in Windows system files and restore the damaged files.
Follow the steps below to perform a scan of the SFC.
1. press the Windows key + X key.
2. Select prompt (admin).
3 type the following command:
Sfc/scannow
Step 2: Clean boot.
Make your systemclean boot State helps determine if third-party applications or startup items are causing the problem. You must follow the steps in the article mentioned below to perform a clean boot.
https://support.Microsoft.com/en-us/KB/929135
WARNING: After troubleshooting, refer to the section «How to reset the computer to start normally after a boot minimum troubleshooting»
Please let us know if the problem is resolved or you need additional assistance.
Thank you.
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BSOD and how to refresh the computer
I have a gateway to window computer 8 I've had for a year now and never restarts time I try to put on my computer it won't let me because it goes to the home page and comes up with a message with different types of BSOD errors and then force, then whenever the computer load it keeps then me on reviews and it never let's me back to my original account and I need a way of doing things to normal or if someone can tell me how to reset the computer that would also be very useful.
Original title: my computer problems
Hey Nasir,
I understand that your computer gives error BSOD and your user account is signing you as a guest user and you also want to know about reset.
Sorry to hear about the embarrassment caused and thank you for the detailed description.
To help you better please answer the following questions:
- What is the brand of computer?
- You have a third-party security program installed on the computer?
- You recently made any changes to the computer?
This issue could be due to the following issues:
- Drivers are corrupt.
- Damaged user account.
- Problems of virus and malware.
Learn more about BSOD please refer to the article:
Follow the suggestions below and check if this can help:
Method 1: Safe Mode
Follow the bottom of the article which will help you to start the computer in safe mode and check if it works fine in safe mode:
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/Windows-startup-settings-safe-mode
Search your computer in safe mode, all the third-party program installed on the computer are disabled in this mode.
Method 2: steps can be followed to BSOD
This article will help you solve the BSOD errors on the computer:
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/resolve-Windows-blue-screen-errors
System Restore warning: When you use system restore to restore the computer to a previous state, the programs and updates that you have installed are removed.
How to reset the computer
Please follow the article below and this will give you the procedure step by step to start the reset of the computer:
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/restore-refresh-reset-PC
Refer to: refresh your PC without affecting your files.
Hope this information helps. For any other corresponding Windows help, do not hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to help you.
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set_item_property changing the text, but how to return the original value
Hi all
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Here is a piece of code that modifies the prompt text:
Thanks in advance,set_item_property('XXBG_CE_STATEMENT_LINES_NEW.AGENT_NO', PROMPT_TEXT, get_item_property('XXBG_CE_STATEMENT_LINES_NEW.AGENT_NO', prompt_text) || '*');
Bahchevanov.This is not tested, but it's something like this:
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How to return the approver e-mail notification iProcurement in R12?
Symptom: A Summit a requisition to B, need for approval of B
(1) B lost the e-mail that is sent by A
(2) need B a new notification sent by A.
environment: Oracle R12.1.2 | AIX 6.1
Concerning
Terry ChenI thank you for your answer, you want to reassign B once again?
Yes.
Can I use the feature "Rewind"? Can this function sends notification to the user again?
Don't know if it would work for notifications of iProcurement, then please try first the option to reassign.
Thank you
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