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    System restore failed

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by cn_habs, Nov 3, 2008.

  1. cn_habs

    cn_habs Notebook Deity

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    Hi,

    I tried to do a system restore using the windows restore center but it didn't work at all and gave me the error message upon the reboot. Please see the attachment.

    I am using Vista Home Premium SP1 on a Lenovo T61.
     

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  2. fonduekid

    fonduekid JSUTAONHTERBIRCKINTEHWLAL

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    Have you tried restoring to a different restore point, and see if you get the same error?
     
  3. cn_habs

    cn_habs Notebook Deity

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    That was the only restore point that I had.

    I really think drivermax messed up my latptop really bad because it takes more than 1min 30 sec to be fully functional from the moment I press the power button. The current start-up time is unbearable considering that I only have 58 processes and 5 programs running at startup.

    Should I consider a full factory restore? Will it be possible to undo the driver updates made by drivermax?

    Thanks a lot guys.
     
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    fonduekid JSUTAONHTERBIRCKINTEHWLAL

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    If you think drivermax messed up your system, well thats one option. And do you have some drivers CD or disc? You could install the drivers from that disc, once you have uninstalled the drivers in your system.

    Or if you are going for a factory restore, you might as well think about going for a clean install too if you want, and then install the latest drivers.
     
  5. Kratos

    Kratos Notebook Consultant

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    here is another option. when you boot up hit the F8 key until a menu comes up. from the menu choose repair system. from there you should be able to figure the rest out. u am getting the impression that you are doing the restore on a normal boot.
     
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    Yes I tried to do it on a normal boot. I'll hit the F8 key and go from there. Thanks.