Discuss issues with starting Windows 7.
Discuss issues with starting Windows 7.
The account details were changed yesterday. I removed the second HDD from my new system because I needed it for my brother's PC, which was built from old parts. When I turned on the PC, I encountered an error saying BootMGR wasn't available. I tried using the Windows 7 disc but it didn’t work. Eventually, I decided to reinstall Windows and put the other drive as the boot option. Now I’m wondering if I can recover the boot message or if a full reinstall is necessary.
You've reached the correct answer, but it seems you might want the instructions adjusted slightly. I'll rephrase them for clarity.
Using a disc might work for restoring Windows if you manage to access it. It resolved my issue once, though it doesn’t always succeed.
I understand what needs to be done, but the main challenge is searching through my appdata folders and backing them up elsewhere. I’ll wait until the end of the day to check if there’s another solution. To be honest, I spent about three hours installing updates and drivers—it took longer than before, especially since my old setup was much slower.
It doesn't function properly, and the only fix I discovered was from 2011, which gives me a bad impression.
Sure, I understand. I just got a newer upgrade yesterday, so it’ll take some time before my budget covers it. Regarding your question, should I choose an M.2 A+B or stick with a standard SSD? I’m open to both options since I have space for either, but having the M.2 would be nice if I don’t run out of room later.
You can get whatever fits your budget. A fast M.2 PCIe card would help, but a SATA drive would still make a big difference versus a hard drive. For a boot disk with games and apps, expect 250 to 500 gigabytes.
Currently, my top two items on the online store are the Samsung 850 and 960 EVO. The first has a 250 GB SSD and the second a 256 GB M.2 drive. The M.2 would cost about $120, while the SSD is under $90.
For optimal results, an M.2 drive is recommended. Those costs seem fair from what I see, so it depends on your preferences. The regular SATA SSD remains a notable upgrade. What does a 500GB SATA SSD cost? It could be worth opting for a slower speed if you need extra storage.