Receive an error message that Windows can not retrieve information about the disk when I try to put upgraded Windows XP to Windows 7.

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• When you try to upgrade Windows Vista to Windows 7 I get this error: "Windows could not retrieve information about the disks on this computer."

  original title: problems of Windows update/upgrade

  I'm currently trying to install Windows 7 on my desktop running Vista.

  Whenever I run the Setup it comes up with the following error: Windows could not retrieve information about the disks on this computer.
  I already put the virtual disk on auto and rebooted several times. I get the same error.
  Also, I tried to update my computer by using the windows update thinking that would help... Windows update decides to not work either! It comes up with the error: Windows Update cannot currently check the updates, because the service is not running. You may have to restart your computer.
  gain, I restarted and it still does not work.
  I am currently running Windows Vista 32 bit on my desk (I thank God for my laptop!).

  Help!

  First, run Windows 7 upgrade advisor:

  Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/UpgradeAdvisor

  Note the results and make sure to follow the steps.

  Try to install Windows 7 using the USB

  Install Windows 7 with a USB memory key
  http://www.winsupersite.com/article/Windows-7/install-Windows-7-with-a-USB-memory-key

• Try to install Windows 7 from XP, receive the error message "Windows could not retrieve information about the disks on this computer.

  Try installing Windows 7 from XP and keep having this error message before choosing my instalation method, Windows not able to retrieve information about the disks on this computer.

  Because the migration from Windows XP to Windows 7 requires a clean install anyway, might as well you are backing up your important files and settings using Windows Easy Transfer and do a custom clean install by booting from the Windows 7 DVD.

  http://www.notebooks.com/2009/10/13/WinXP-to-Win7/

• Install the new windows 7... The message "Windows Installer... windows could not retrieve information about the disks on this computer" no operating system on the pc only thanks

  New installation,

  Windows 7 x 64 (OEM)
  Card mother Gigabyte GA-A75-D3H
  Load os first time and no problem had pc upward and work... Has had a drive failure and to reinstall the operating system on a new hard drive but get the error message.
  Have disabled CMOS and BIOS flashed but still have the same problems...
  Any help much appreciated...
  Steve :(

  Hello

  You use the installation disc for the full version or an upgrade disc?

  You can see the following link.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/help/install-reinstall-uninstall?SignedIn=1

  This could be a problem with your hard drive. You can contact the manufacturer of the hard drive for better assistance.

• Windows cannot run disk checking on this volume, because it is write protected & Windows could not retrieve information about the disks on this computer

  I have Vista o/s & I am facing this problem. Please tell me the good soultion on it.

  Hi Sarang_982,

  ·         When exactly you get the error message you at startup of the computer or when you open any application or when you try to run chkdsk on his machine?

  I suggest that you put your computer in a clean boot state, and perform the steps below.

  How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  Note: After troubleshooting, be sure to set the computer to start as usual as mentioned in step 7 in the above article.

  You will need to disable automatic disk check, and then run the disk of the WINRE (Windows Recovery Environment) command prompt check and check if the c: drive error (there) get fixed.

  You try to run the audit from WINRE for drive C: disk drive and if it helps. Here are the steps to open the command prompt in Windows RE:

  Remove all floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs from your computer and restart your computer by using the power button on the computer.

  b. do one of the following:

  1. If your computer has a single operating system installed, press and hold the F8 key as your computer restarts. You need to press F8 before the Windows logo appears. If the Windows logo appears, you must try again by waiting until the Windows logon prompt appears, and then stop and restart your computer.

  2. If your computer has more than one operating system, use the arrow keys to select the operating system you want to repair, and then press and hold F8.

  c. on the Advanced Boot Options screen, use the arrow keys to select repair your computer and press ENTER. (If your computer is not listed as an option, then your computer doesn't understand no repair preinstalled recovery options, or your network administrator has disabled the.)

  d. Select a keyboard layout, and then click Next.

  e. in the System Recovery Options menu, click command prompt to open.

  f. Type "chkdsk/f" and enter.

  g. Type "chkdsk/r" entry.

  Check if the HARD drive is encrypted or not if yes then decrypt and see if it works well or not.

• transition from xp to windows 7 I get windows could not retrieve information about the disks on this computer

  why I get this message?... try to improve the hp mini 110-1037nr from xp to windows 7

  This means that the hard drive of your HP system controller is not supported by Windows 7 with pilots from the box and you need specific drivers to install Windows 7 on it.  If HP does not have drivers on their website then you're probably not going to succeed.

  "painter113" wrote in the new message: * e-mail address is removed from the privacy * _xp...

  why I get this message?... try to improve the hp mini 110-1037nr from xp to windows 7

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/message/d0607091-A900-49ED-A054-ff6a7868f0ad
  Meta tags: windows_install; windows_xp

  Friday 6 April 2012 00:47:27 + 0000: CreateMessage painter113

• "Windows could not retrieve information about the disks on this computer."

  I have Windows XP x 64 installed on my Maxtor Sata II 250 GB HD, and when I boot the DVD in the restart of the operating system, after clicking Install now, it shows this error. How can I solve this problem?

  You must enable the service of virtual disk before you perform the upgrade, if you encounter this error.

  1. click on start / run and type SERVICES. MSC
  2. search for the virtual disk Service
  3. right click and choose 'properties '.
  4. make sure that the Startup Type is automatic, and then click the Start button.
  5 reboot and try the upgrade again.

  I hope this helps.

  If you find my answer was what you're looking for, remember to click on the box "mark as answer" below!

• How can I fix an error message that I can not download acrobat reader?

  I get an error message when I try to install Acrobat Reader and then my pc crashes every time. Someone knows how to fix this?

  Please follow: error message "can not download Acrobat Reader' then pc crashes. How to fix it?

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• Receive an error message "Audio service does not ' and 'volume' in the list of notifications is grayed out

  * Original title: Audio Service does not. I have audio but no volume control in the taskbar, also "" volume"in its notification list is gray out

  Using Windows 7. My Audio service does not. I have audio but no volume control in the taskbar, also "" volume"in its notification list is grayed out.

  Hello

  1. when exactly you get the error message?

  2. do you see a red brand 'X' indicating that the audio output does not work with error message?

  Please follow the steps below and we update with the results.

  Method 1:

  a: you can try to enable the taskbar.

  b. right-click on the taskbar (the bar at the bottom of your screen), select Properties.

  c. click the Notification area.

  d. then, under system icons, select the Volume that you want to display

  Run Microsoft Fix it the following article and check.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/945011/en-us

   

  Registry warning

  To do: Important This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

  322756 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756/)

  How to back up and restore the registry in Windows

   

  Method 2: Ensure that the Windows audio service is running on the computer.

  a. open administrative tools by clicking the Start button, click on the Control Panel, clicking system and Maintenance, and then clicking Administrative Tools.

  b. double-click on Services. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

  c. right click on Windows Audio serviceand then click Properties.

  d. under the general tab, next to startup type, make sure that Automatic is selected.

  e. also make sure that the service is began to.

   

   

  Method 3:

  Tips for solving common audio problems
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/tips-for-fixing-common-sound-problems

   

   

  Method 4:

  Install the latest audio drivers on the computer by visiting the sound card manufacturer's Web site and check if it works.

   

  Updated a hardware driver that is not working properly
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/update-a-driver-for-hardware-that-isn ' t-work correctly

   

  Note: visit the manufacturer's Web site to download the latest audio drivers

  For more information, see the article:

  No sound in Windows

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/help/no-sound-in-Windows?T1=Tab03

  Let us know if it helps!

• I can not get information about the location of the images geotagged - the message is "unable to establish a network connection to Windows Live Local". Previously, I had a lot. Suggestions? Thank you.

  After a lot of use of this feature of Pro Photo Tools to secure the location for my images geotagged information, I am not not able to do. The error message indicates, as seen above, I am unable to connect to "Windows Live Local." I have Windows XP Pro with service pack 3. I reinstalled Photo Pro and nothing has changed. My Images are jpeg. But being the difficulty in logging on to Windows Live Local, these things, I think, are not important. Any suggestions? Thank you.

  Hello

  I suggest you to post your questions in the Windows Live forums for assistance.

  Here is the link: http://windowslivehelp.com/

• Why do I receive an error message that I am not connected to the Internet when I try to update to 9.3

  I tried to update to IOS 9.2.1 9.3, but after the update is verified, he said I am not connected to the Internet, but I can get on safari without problem. I have tried rebooting and turning my victory-fi off and turn it back on. I even tried plugging my iPhone hotspot. It happens if my iPad is connected to the power supply or not. Then it gives me the choice to start over, or remind me later. I've never had a problem before update. any ideas?

  Because Apple pulled the iOS versions 9.3 to less recent devices. Wait for a patch.

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• Firefox uninstalled, reinstalled, but the profile is missing, can I retrieve information about the use of Sync?

  Looking at the previous subjects of support, I know there is little hope (I write from another computer). Someone else uninstalled Firefox on my PC, probably by using Control Panel. I don't know if they chose to keep the user profile. Then, I don't know the left behind, started Firefox profile from an external drive. Then, I installed Firefox on my computer again. Between the two steps above, I made a backup of my profile (not sure if it is from the external drive or there all along after uninstalling) but after reinstalling Firefox and the movement of the backup, it turns out it's the profile by default since nothing had changed. I did a sync once, with the computer, I am currently, but I updated this PC and I had to reinstall and do not synchronize since then. So currently, none of the info is being synchronized, and I am not connected both sides (whenever I browse the synchronization Panel, he asks me to associate a device and it isn't my goal). I also don't have my key to recovery because I intend only to synchronize once. And change and wiping the servers are besides the point. Tell me, this is a lost cause?
  Also, how long are sync data stored on the servers of Mozilla (in the pathetic hope they will change their policy in the future)?

  The strange thing is that the backup and my default folder have the same names even before the restoration, except that they have different things inside. I think it is unnecessary to pursue the matter more since today, I tried to power on my old computer and basically it died on me. Sorry to be so confused and then ending without solution.

• I get an error message that Windows can not find a certificate when I try to use my Verizon's MiFI Jetback.

  I have a Verizon Mi - Fi Jetpack.

  I have a Verizon MI-Fi's Jetpack.  It works fine on my Windows 7 computer, but on this computer (Windows XP with Service Pack 3), I get an error message that Windows can not find a certificate.  It won't let me connect even if it shows excellent signal, etc.  Need help.  Thank you

  Hello

  1. when exactly you get this error message?

  2. What is the model of the unit?

  Check if the device is compatible with Windows XP by referring to the user's manual.

  I suggest you to try the steps below and check if it helps.

  Method 1: Try running the Fixit tool from the link below.

  Hardware devices do not work or are not detected in Windows:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/GP/hardware_device_problems

  Method 2: Try also to update the latest drivers for your device wireless using the link below.

  How to manage devices in Windows XP:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/283658

  Hope this information is useful.

• I can't extract the zip files; I get an error message that says: "Application not found".

  I can't extract the zip files; I get an error message that says: "Application not found".  When I check help & press the Start button, it tells how to do it.  I thought a program to automatically extract compressed files came with Vista.

  Hello

  1. you use the functionality of Windows Vista to unzip file or third party software?

  2. have you done any software or hardware changes on your computer before this problem?

  To work with this problem, see the following methods.

  Method 1:

  Scan of the SFC

  Refer to this article for more information on how to use the System File Checker tool to fix the system files missing or corrupted on Windows Vista or Windows 7.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

  View the results of the analysis.

  Method 2:

  Run the fixit from following link.

  Difficulty of broken desktop shortcuts and common system maintenance tasks
  http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/system_maintenance_for_windows/en-us

  In addition, I suggest you to check if the .zip file has been associated with a particular program in the section default programs.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/change-which-programs-Windows-uses-by-default

  Check if it helps.

• When I try to install my software, I get an error message that "Windows Installer could not be accessed".

  Issue of Windows install

  I just bought a HP Photosmart printer and I am trying to install the software on my computer. (OS is Windows Vista.) When I try to install my software, I get an error message that "Windows Installer could not be accessed". I ran "msconfig" and found that the Modual from Windows Installer status is stopped. How should I proceed?

  Thank you, Jeanne Vecere

  You could try to go to the MICROSOFT website, go to KNOWLAGE database and in the search bar, try the search for WINDOWS INSTALLER. Look for any version that is newer than the one you have. If this fails, try searching on GOOGLE. You can also try to do an update to WINDOWS VISTA.

  IF YOU ARE RUNNING 64-BIT WINDOWS, MAKE SURE YOU PRINTER WORKS WITH 64-BIT.