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Check the installed version using command line tools.

Check the installed version using command line tools.

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Mandi_64
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12-27-2016, 04:48 PM
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Sure, I can help with that. Checking the file system for Windows installation files or registry entries might reveal the version. Also, looking at boot logs or using tools like 'chkdsk' could provide clues. Let me know if you need guidance on any of these steps.
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Mandi_64
12-27-2016, 04:48 PM #1

Sure, I can help with that. Checking the file system for Windows installation files or registry entries might reveal the version. Also, looking at boot logs or using tools like 'chkdsk' could provide clues. Let me know if you need guidance on any of these steps.

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12-29-2016, 01:06 AM
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It might help if the MSDOS.SYS file is present. I'm certain it was available in earlier Windows versions, but you can attempt it again. If it functions, installing sudo apt-get install chntpw (compatible with Windows up to 7) and navigating to Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion should work. Alternatively, you could visit http://superuser.com/questions/113389/wi...ough-linux or examine the wallpapers for clues. These methods often reveal the issue.
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12-29-2016, 01:06 AM #2

It might help if the MSDOS.SYS file is present. I'm certain it was available in earlier Windows versions, but you can attempt it again. If it functions, installing sudo apt-get install chntpw (compatible with Windows up to 7) and navigating to Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion should work. Alternatively, you could visit http://superuser.com/questions/113389/wi...ough-linux or examine the wallpapers for clues. These methods often reveal the issue.

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