Backup Location for System Restore Images
Backup Location for System Restore Images
Unfortunately the Windows update caused some data loss and Windows 7 doesn’t recognize my OS as genuine (even after re-entering the key). My backup is stored on an HDD. The PC is currently running on a Samsung Evo 840 SSD, which I built myself. I plan to restore it to the same SSD.
Questions:
1. Should I take any precautions before proceeding or just run the restore tool?
2. Do you know the specific update (name and details) that led some users to this issue so I can prevent it when installing future updates? Thank you in advance!
To recover a complete disk backup, you need either a brand new Windows 7 installation DVD or a system repair disc. You should have previously made a full backup, and your machine must be able to start from the DVD or CD. Choose one of these steps based on whether you possess a system repair disc: When you have a repair disc, restart using it. If not, boot from a Windows 7 installation disc, choose your language, and then select Repair Your Computer. Follow the prompts to access the System Recovery options. If you purchased Windows 7 pre-installed, the recovery settings might differ from the manufacturer’s instructions. The System Image Recovery tool will display the Re-Image Your Computer Wizard. Pick the latest available system image if it matches your backup, then proceed to Step 6. If your backup was saved on a networked computer, opt for Cancel and choose Restore a Different System Image. Proceed to Step 7. The wizard may ask you to specify where to restore from; click Advanced if needed to locate the correct backup and continue. Select the desired location, confirm the image backup, and decide whether to reformat and repartition your drives. Verify your restore point, then finish by clicking Finish. The process can take several hours, after which the computer will restart automatically.