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    M17x R3 System Restore Problems

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Optimistic Prime, Feb 1, 2012.

  1. Optimistic Prime

    Optimistic Prime Notebook Evangelist

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    Has anyone had problems using system restore in Windows 7?
    I'm asking because I attempted to restore to a point after an update (only a day ago) and it has caused my system not to work properly. Windows will boot, and black screen after attempting to log in. I can't seem to fix this, and any help would be appreciated! (Looks like my only option is Respawn)

    I apologize if this has been covered before or in the wrong place, but I'm stuck using my phone right now.

    EDIT: Got it running again using respawn. (Surprisingly fast.)
    I later figured out that a Windows automatic update corrupted my registry.
     
    Optimistic Prime, Feb 1, 2012
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