How to use DISM offline ?
How to use DISM offline ?
Hi everyone, My windows hasn't been able to boot for two days now. Safe mode doesn't work, not the restore points, and i can't soft reset either. I've tried to chkdsk but it didn't find any issue, and the sfc /scannow gives me an error. As I am in Windows pe, i can't use the DISM /Online. I have a bootable USB and i was wondering if there was any way to use DISM /offline with it ? Thanks,
Wouldn't it be simpler to just use an installation USB? I'm confused about the need for a dism.
You're unfamiliar with the process, and I understand your concerns. Reinstalling Windows can sometimes erase your data. However, a custom installation allows you to pick your SSD for storage, which should keep everything intact. Let me know if you'd like more details!
You're facing a challenge with backing up data when you need a reliable solution but lack storage options. It's understandable to prefer a backup method, though you're limited by available drives and budget. Reinstalling Windows without losing partitions is possible if you use tools like System Restore or a recovery partition. Let me know if you'd like more details! Thanks for reaching out.
You definitely want to back up your data right away. It’s important if you value your files or use a cloud service. You can update the current data, which should preserve everything, but it’s best to perform a backup now.
The potential issues involve updating over existing data. I value my files but also need quick access to the machine. Creating backups would take time, especially if using cloud services that require adapters. I’m open to the risk but want to understand the chances of complications. Thanks again.
I don’t have a precise figure. It should work for reinstalling Windows files without affecting user files, though it might not be flawless. Would you like me to suggest a method? You can use a USB drive or another computer to store the backup. Backup recommended.
I use my biggest USB drive which is 16 GB for booting up, while I own a computer with a 100 GB drive but it lacks an external SATA port and I don’t have any adapter.
I can't directly copy files across the network. However, you can boot the PC from a Linux live disk and use its command line to transfer files.