How do you repair windows entirely using your Windows Vista DVD

Jonathan--

I haven't needed to do a repair install of Vista, but doing a repair install
might work which is not the same as upgrading Vista on top of Vista. Try
Startup Repair first, and system restore can be tried from that link on the
DVD and other places at F8. Sometimes SR works at one location and not at
another with the same restore point. You could give it a try following the
links I put under Repair Install if you need to. You won't lose files, or
programs, or mess up the registry with any of these methods.

Not to be superfluous, but I hope you're backing up. I and a lot of other
people here recommend and Use Acronis and it has a free trial--just google
for Acronis Home 10 free trial.

Good luck,

CH

"Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
message news:u%...
> Thanks Chad!
>
> Wow, that I didn't know... yes, I thought "Startup repair" was only to fix
> winload.exe
>
> I will try that definitely!!!
>
> If that doesn't work, will upgrading vista ontop of vista work?
>
> That wont delete any of my files, programs, or mess up the registry
> right????
>
> --
> Thank you,
>
> Have a nice day,
>
> Jonathan Yaniv
> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>
>
> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
> news:...
>> Jonathan--
>>
>> These are some of these methods to fix Vista. There is no downside to
>> trying them, and MSFT did a great disservice when they incorrectly named
>> "Startup Repair" and state that it is only for problems that involve
>> Vista not booting. It potentially can fix major components of Vista that
>> are broken when you can boot as well.
>>
>> ***SFC as a Remedy***:
>>
>> SFC or System File Checker is a bit like the spare tire in your car or a
>> backup battery I suppose. In Vista of course, they have changed it
>> somewhat
>> and come up with a new name--Redmond stands for name it something
>> different
>> twice a year and now it's part of WRP or Windows Resource Protection. It
>> scans protected resources including thousands of files, libraries,
>> critical
>> folders, and essential registry keys, and it replaces those that are
>> corrupted with intact ones. It fixes a lot of problems in Windows XP,
>> OE,
>> Windows Vista, Win Mail, IE6, and on Vista or if it is installed on XP,
>> IE7.
>> It protects these things from changes by any source including
>> administrators, by keeping a spare of most of them.
>>
>>
>> How to Run SFC:
>>
>> Type "cmd" into the Search box above the Start Button>and when cmd comes
>> up
>> at the top of the Start menu>right click cmd and click "run as Admin" and
>> when the cmd prompt comes up at the cmd prompt type "sfc /scannow" no
>> quotes
>> and let it run. This may fix things quite a bit. It replaces corrupt
>> files
>> with intact ones, if you're not familiar with it.
>>
>> ***Startup Repair from the Vista DVD***
>>
>> How to Use The Vista DVD to Repair Vista (Startup Repair is misnamed by
>> the
>> Win RE team and it can be used to fix many Vista components even when you
>> ***can boot to Vista):
>>
>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
>>
>> If you elect to run Startup repair from the Vista DVD (it can fix major
>> components in Vista--I've verified this many many times; it's good for
>> more
>> than startup problems, and the Win RE team simply screwed up when they
>> named
>> it not understanding its full functionality):
>>
>> Startup Repair will look like this when you put in the Vista DVD:
>>
>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
>>
>> You run the startup repair tool this way (and system restore from here is
>> also sometimes effective):
>>
>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/925810/en-us
>>
>> How To Run Startup Repair In Vista Ultimate (Multiple Screenshots)
>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
>>
>> It will automatically take you to this on your screen:
>>
>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
>>
>> That will allow you to go to the Vista setup that has a Repair link on
>> thelower left corner>click it and then you'll see a gray backgrounded
>> list
>> and I want you to click Startup Repair from it and follow the directions.
>>
>> The gray screen after you click the first link in the above pic will look
>> like this:
>>
>> http://www.windowsreinstall.com/winv...ir/Image17.gif
>>
>> Click Startup Repair, the link at the top and after it scans>click OK and
>> let it try to repair Vista. It will tell you if it does, and if it
>> doesn't, try System Restore from the Recovery Link on the DVD. If these
>> don't work booting into Safe Mode by tapping the F8 key and using System
>> Restore from one of the safe modes besides VGA may work. That means you
>> have the option to try 4 different safe modes to get to system restore,
>> (one
>> from the Recovery link on the DVD) and sometimes one will work when the
>> others won't.
>>
>>
>> You could also try a Repair Install with Vista which is done exactly the
>> same way as in XP:
>>
>> ***Repair Install Steps*** (can be used for Vista) MVP Doug Knox
>> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...ps/doug92.mspx
>>
>>
>> ***Using the F8 Environment***
>>
>> ***Taking Full Advantage of the F8 Options (Windows Advanced Options
>> Menu)
>> by starting the PC and tapping F8 once per second when the firmware
>> screen
>> with the pc manufacturer's name shows a few seconds after restarting***:
>>
>> The F8 options in Vista are the same as XP, and the link for Safe Mode
>> Boot
>> options is labled XP by MSFT but they are the same for Vista (they
>> haven't
>> updated to add Vista to the title as they have with several MSKBs that
>> apply
>> to both).
>>
>> Again, pressing F8 repeatedly when you seem the firmware screen may be is
>> a
>> generic way to launch Windows RE on some OEM Vista computers.
>>
>> You could also:
>>
>> Think: I have 4 different ways to get back my XP at F8 and try 'em in
>> order.
>> 1) Safe Mode 2) Safe Mode with Cmd to Sys Restore which is simply a cmd
>> prompt in safe mode 3) Safe Mode with Neworking 4) LKG or Last Known Good
>> Configuration
>>
>>
>> Try to F8 to the Windows Adv Options Menu>try 3 safe modes there (I don't
>> use WGA) and Last Known Good>then I go to Win RE in Vista. That gives
>> you a
>> choice of Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking,and Safe Mode with Command
>> Prompt.
>>
>> These methods are outlined in
>>
>> A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP/and Vista
>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/
>>
>> Frequently Asked Questions Regarding System Restore from MSFT:
>>
>> http://www.microsoft.com/technet/pro.../faqsrwxp.mspx
>>
>> System Restore can be run from the Win RE recovery environment from the
>> same
>> link as Startup Repair, and sometimes it will work from one F8 safe mode
>> location or from the Win Recovery Environment when it won't work from
>> other
>> locations.
>>
>> How to start the System Restore tool at a command prompt in Windows XP
>>
>> http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;304449
>>
>> In addition you can use the Bootsect tool to manually repair the boot
>> sector
>> by accessing the command prompt from the DVD or from F8 and typing at the
>> prompt:
>>
>> Bootsect.exe is available from the \Boot\folder of the Windows Vista DVD
>> and
>> can be run from within System Recovery or Windows XP on a dual boot.
>>
>>
>> 1. Use Bootsect.exe to restore the Windows Vista MBR and the boot code
>> that
>> transfers control to the Windows Boot Manager program. To do this, type
>> the
>> following command at a command prompt: Drive:\boot\Bootsect.exe /NT60 All
>>
>> In this command, Drive is the drive where the Windows Vista installation
>> media is located.
>>
>> Note The boot folder for this step is on the DVD drive.
>> 2. Use Bcdedit.exe to manually create an entry in the BCD Boot.ini file
>> for
>> the earlier version of the Windows operating system. To do this, type the
>> following commands at a command prompt.
>>
>> Note In these commands, Drive is the drive where Windows Vista is
>> installed. . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /create {ntldr} -d
>> "Description
>> for earlier Windows version"
>>
>> Note In this command, Description for earlier Windows version can be any
>> text that you want. For example, Description for earlier Windows version
>> can
>> be "Windows XP" or "Windows Server 2003".
>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} device partition=x:
>>
>> Note In this command, x: is the drive letter for the active partition.
>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} path \ntldr
>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /displayorder {ntldr} -addlast
>>
>> 3. Restart the computer.
>> ____________________________
>> ******Using the BootRec.exe Tool
>>
>> Using the System Recovery Tool from the Repair link on the DVD after the
>> language choice in the lower left hand corner you can select command
>> prompt
>> and you have the following options:
>>
>> Bootrec.exe (You can use this tool to recover Vista even when you do not
>> receive the error message that is the title of the 2nd linked MSKB
>> below):
>>
>> How to use the Bootrec.exe tool in the Windows Recovery Environment to
>> troubleshoot and repair startup issues in Windows Vista
>>
>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927392/en-us
>>
>> Error message when you start Windows Vista: "The Windows Boot
>> Configuration
>> Data file is missing required information"
>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927391/en-us
>>
>> Good luck,
>>
>> CH
>>
>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
>> message news:...
>>> And that will fix ALL Windows Vista files??
>>>
>>> --
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Have a nice day,
>>>
>>> Jonathan Yaniv
>>> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>>>
>>>
>>> "Andre Da Costa [ActiveWin]" <> wrote in message
>>> news:8155B644-A8FB-4A8C-AD15-...
>>>> Insert your Windows Vista DVD, make sure your BIOS setting is set to
>>>> boot from the optical disk
>>>> Boot from the Vista DVD into the Windows Recovery Environment
>>>> Choose your language settings, and then click Next.
>>>> Click Repair your computer link on the setup page.
>>>> Select the operating system you want to repair, and the click Next.
>>>> Click Startup Repair
>>>> --
>>>> Andre
>>>> Blog: http://adacosta.spaces.live.com
>>>> My Vista Quickstart Guide:
>>>> http://adacosta.spaces.live.com/blog...3DB!9709.entry
>>>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
>>>> message news:...
>>>>>I would like to know how to repair Windows Vista entirely by using my
>>>>>Windows Vista disc, and still saving all my data, (files and programs).
>>>>>
>>>>> Can someone please explain this to me, thanks
>>>>>
>>>>> --
>>>>> Thank you,
>>>>>
>>>>> Have a nice day,
>>>>>
>>>>> Jonathan Yaniv
>>>>> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>

Is repair install faster?

--
Thank you,

Have a nice day,

Jonathan Yaniv
Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert


"Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
news:...
> Jonathan--
>
> I haven't needed to do a repair install of Vista, but doing a repair
> install might work which is not the same as upgrading Vista on top of
> Vista. Try Startup Repair first, and system restore can be tried from
> that link on the DVD and other places at F8. Sometimes SR works at one
> location and not at another with the same restore point. You could give
> it a try following the links I put under Repair Install if you need to.
> You won't lose files, or programs, or mess up the registry with any of
> these methods.
>
> Not to be superfluous, but I hope you're backing up. I and a lot of other
> people here recommend and Use Acronis and it has a free trial--just google
> for Acronis Home 10 free trial.
>
> Good luck,
>
> CH
>
> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
> message news:u%...
>> Thanks Chad!
>>
>> Wow, that I didn't know... yes, I thought "Startup repair" was only to
>> fix winload.exe
>>
>> I will try that definitely!!!
>>
>> If that doesn't work, will upgrading vista ontop of vista work?
>>
>> That wont delete any of my files, programs, or mess up the registry
>> right????
>>
>> --
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Have a nice day,
>>
>> Jonathan Yaniv
>> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>>
>>
>> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
>> news:...
>>> Jonathan--
>>>
>>> These are some of these methods to fix Vista. There is no downside to
>>> trying them, and MSFT did a great disservice when they incorrectly named
>>> "Startup Repair" and state that it is only for problems that involve
>>> Vista not booting. It potentially can fix major components of Vista
>>> that are broken when you can boot as well.
>>>
>>> ***SFC as a Remedy***:
>>>
>>> SFC or System File Checker is a bit like the spare tire in your car or a
>>> backup battery I suppose. In Vista of course, they have changed it
>>> somewhat
>>> and come up with a new name--Redmond stands for name it something
>>> different
>>> twice a year and now it's part of WRP or Windows Resource Protection.
>>> It
>>> scans protected resources including thousands of files, libraries,
>>> critical
>>> folders, and essential registry keys, and it replaces those that are
>>> corrupted with intact ones. It fixes a lot of problems in Windows XP,
>>> OE,
>>> Windows Vista, Win Mail, IE6, and on Vista or if it is installed on XP,
>>> IE7.
>>> It protects these things from changes by any source including
>>> administrators, by keeping a spare of most of them.
>>>
>>>
>>> How to Run SFC:
>>>
>>> Type "cmd" into the Search box above the Start Button>and when cmd
>>> comes up
>>> at the top of the Start menu>right click cmd and click "run as Admin"
>>> and
>>> when the cmd prompt comes up at the cmd prompt type "sfc /scannow" no
>>> quotes
>>> and let it run. This may fix things quite a bit. It replaces corrupt
>>> files
>>> with intact ones, if you're not familiar with it.
>>>
>>> ***Startup Repair from the Vista DVD***
>>>
>>> How to Use The Vista DVD to Repair Vista (Startup Repair is misnamed by
>>> the
>>> Win RE team and it can be used to fix many Vista components even when
>>> you
>>> ***can boot to Vista):
>>>
>>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
>>>
>>> If you elect to run Startup repair from the Vista DVD (it can fix major
>>> components in Vista--I've verified this many many times; it's good for
>>> more
>>> than startup problems, and the Win RE team simply screwed up when they
>>> named
>>> it not understanding its full functionality):
>>>
>>> Startup Repair will look like this when you put in the Vista DVD:
>>>
>>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
>>>
>>> You run the startup repair tool this way (and system restore from here
>>> is
>>> also sometimes effective):
>>>
>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/925810/en-us
>>>
>>> How To Run Startup Repair In Vista Ultimate (Multiple Screenshots)
>>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
>>>
>>> It will automatically take you to this on your screen:
>>>
>>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
>>>
>>> That will allow you to go to the Vista setup that has a Repair link on
>>> thelower left corner>click it and then you'll see a gray backgrounded
>>> list
>>> and I want you to click Startup Repair from it and follow the
>>> directions.
>>>
>>> The gray screen after you click the first link in the above pic will
>>> look
>>> like this:
>>>
>>> http://www.windowsreinstall.com/winv...ir/Image17.gif
>>>
>>> Click Startup Repair, the link at the top and after it scans>click OK
>>> and
>>> let it try to repair Vista. It will tell you if it does, and if it
>>> doesn't, try System Restore from the Recovery Link on the DVD. If these
>>> don't work booting into Safe Mode by tapping the F8 key and using System
>>> Restore from one of the safe modes besides VGA may work. That means you
>>> have the option to try 4 different safe modes to get to system restore,
>>> (one
>>> from the Recovery link on the DVD) and sometimes one will work when the
>>> others won't.
>>>
>>>
>>> You could also try a Repair Install with Vista which is done exactly the
>>> same way as in XP:
>>>
>>> ***Repair Install Steps*** (can be used for Vista) MVP Doug Knox
>>> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...ps/doug92.mspx
>>>
>>>
>>> ***Using the F8 Environment***
>>>
>>> ***Taking Full Advantage of the F8 Options (Windows Advanced Options
>>> Menu)
>>> by starting the PC and tapping F8 once per second when the firmware
>>> screen
>>> with the pc manufacturer's name shows a few seconds after restarting***:
>>>
>>> The F8 options in Vista are the same as XP, and the link for Safe Mode
>>> Boot
>>> options is labled XP by MSFT but they are the same for Vista (they
>>> haven't
>>> updated to add Vista to the title as they have with several MSKBs that
>>> apply
>>> to both).
>>>
>>> Again, pressing F8 repeatedly when you seem the firmware screen may be
>>> is a
>>> generic way to launch Windows RE on some OEM Vista computers.
>>>
>>> You could also:
>>>
>>> Think: I have 4 different ways to get back my XP at F8 and try 'em in
>>> order.
>>> 1) Safe Mode 2) Safe Mode with Cmd to Sys Restore which is simply a cmd
>>> prompt in safe mode 3) Safe Mode with Neworking 4) LKG or Last Known
>>> Good
>>> Configuration
>>>
>>>
>>> Try to F8 to the Windows Adv Options Menu>try 3 safe modes there (I
>>> don't
>>> use WGA) and Last Known Good>then I go to Win RE in Vista. That gives
>>> you a
>>> choice of Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking,and Safe Mode with
>>> Command
>>> Prompt.
>>>
>>> These methods are outlined in
>>>
>>> A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP/and Vista
>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/
>>>
>>> Frequently Asked Questions Regarding System Restore from MSFT:
>>>
>>> http://www.microsoft.com/technet/pro.../faqsrwxp.mspx
>>>
>>> System Restore can be run from the Win RE recovery environment from the
>>> same
>>> link as Startup Repair, and sometimes it will work from one F8 safe mode
>>> location or from the Win Recovery Environment when it won't work from
>>> other
>>> locations.
>>>
>>> How to start the System Restore tool at a command prompt in Windows XP
>>>
>>> http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;304449
>>>
>>> In addition you can use the Bootsect tool to manually repair the boot
>>> sector
>>> by accessing the command prompt from the DVD or from F8 and typing at
>>> the
>>> prompt:
>>>
>>> Bootsect.exe is available from the \Boot\folder of the Windows Vista DVD
>>> and
>>> can be run from within System Recovery or Windows XP on a dual boot.
>>>
>>>
>>> 1. Use Bootsect.exe to restore the Windows Vista MBR and the boot code
>>> that
>>> transfers control to the Windows Boot Manager program. To do this, type
>>> the
>>> following command at a command prompt: Drive:\boot\Bootsect.exe /NT60
>>> All
>>>
>>> In this command, Drive is the drive where the Windows Vista installation
>>> media is located.
>>>
>>> Note The boot folder for this step is on the DVD drive.
>>> 2. Use Bcdedit.exe to manually create an entry in the BCD Boot.ini file
>>> for
>>> the earlier version of the Windows operating system. To do this, type
>>> the
>>> following commands at a command prompt.
>>>
>>> Note In these commands, Drive is the drive where Windows Vista is
>>> installed. . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /create {ntldr} -d
>>> "Description
>>> for earlier Windows version"
>>>
>>> Note In this command, Description for earlier Windows version can be any
>>> text that you want. For example, Description for earlier Windows version
>>> can
>>> be "Windows XP" or "Windows Server 2003".
>>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} device partition=x:
>>>
>>> Note In this command, x: is the drive letter for the active partition.
>>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} path \ntldr
>>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /displayorder {ntldr} -addlast
>>>
>>> 3. Restart the computer.
>>> ____________________________
>>> ******Using the BootRec.exe Tool
>>>
>>> Using the System Recovery Tool from the Repair link on the DVD after the
>>> language choice in the lower left hand corner you can select command
>>> prompt
>>> and you have the following options:
>>>
>>> Bootrec.exe (You can use this tool to recover Vista even when you do
>>> not
>>> receive the error message that is the title of the 2nd linked MSKB
>>> below):
>>>
>>> How to use the Bootrec.exe tool in the Windows Recovery Environment to
>>> troubleshoot and repair startup issues in Windows Vista
>>>
>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927392/en-us
>>>
>>> Error message when you start Windows Vista: "The Windows Boot
>>> Configuration
>>> Data file is missing required information"
>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927391/en-us
>>>
>>> Good luck,
>>>
>>> CH
>>>
>>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
>>> message news:...
>>>> And that will fix ALL Windows Vista files??
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>> Thank you,
>>>>
>>>> Have a nice day,
>>>>
>>>> Jonathan Yaniv
>>>> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Andre Da Costa [ActiveWin]" <> wrote in message
>>>> news:8155B644-A8FB-4A8C-AD15-...
>>>>> Insert your Windows Vista DVD, make sure your BIOS setting is set to
>>>>> boot from the optical disk
>>>>> Boot from the Vista DVD into the Windows Recovery Environment
>>>>> Choose your language settings, and then click Next.
>>>>> Click Repair your computer link on the setup page.
>>>>> Select the operating system you want to repair, and the click Next.
>>>>> Click Startup Repair
>>>>> --
>>>>> Andre
>>>>> Blog: http://adacosta.spaces.live.com
>>>>> My Vista Quickstart Guide:
>>>>> http://adacosta.spaces.live.com/blog...3DB!9709.entry
>>>>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
>>>>> message news:...
>>>>>>I would like to know how to repair Windows Vista entirely by using my
>>>>>>Windows Vista disc, and still saving all my data, (files and
>>>>>>programs).
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Can someone please explain this to me, thanks
>>>>>>
>>>>>> --
>>>>>> Thank you,
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Have a nice day,
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Jonathan Yaniv
>>>>>> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>
>

Here is my list of serious Vista repair options with how-to links provided:

Serious Repair Vista Options-In Order Of Preference

1. Specific Applications/Devices Not Working. Try updating and/or
reinstalling your drivers for the application or device not working properly.
Go to Control Panel, select Device Manager, then select the device,
right-click and select Update Driver Software. You may need to go to the
website where you bought your computer (i.e. Dell) or to the specific
software vendor for an updated driver. If you end up doing a Vista Upgrade
Repair Reinstall, you may have to reinstall some of your drivers as well
after the reinstallation.

2. Run CheckDisk Error Checking. This will fix many errors on your system.

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/67612-checkdisk.html

3. Do a System Restore. Restore from a date before you started having
problems.

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/76...how.html?ltr=S

4. Run System File Check. This can repair many corrupted system files.
It will also identify in the log file after the scan any corrupt files it
could not repair. You can replace corrupt system files identified by SFC
with good files from your Vista Install DVD (see below).

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/66...tem-files.html

5. Run Vista DVD Startup Repair. Startup Repair can repair lots of things,
not just startup.

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/91...up-repair.html

6. Access System Files From Your Vista Install DVD. If SFC (above)
identified corrupt system files that it could not repair, access good files
from your Vista DVD and copy them to your OS to replace the corrupt files.

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/86...dvd-files.html

7. Do a Vista Upgrade Repair Reinstall. This gives you a new OS without
disturbing settings, files, folders, other programs, etc.

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/88...all-vista.html

8. Do a Clean Install. If all else fails, do a Clean Install of Vista.
This will reformat your hard drive and lay down a nice, clean Windows Vista
so you can start over from the beginning. Be sure to Backup your Non-OS
files and folders to another hard drive or other media so you can restore
them to your C drive after the Clean Install.

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/68...n-install.html

9. Downgrade. If none of the above helps, consider downgrading to Windows
XP or buying a Mac.


"Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly E" wrote:

> Is repair install faster?
>
> --
> Thank you,
>
> Have a nice day,
>
> Jonathan Yaniv
> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>
>
> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
> news:...
> > Jonathan--
> >
> > I haven't needed to do a repair install of Vista, but doing a repair
> > install might work which is not the same as upgrading Vista on top of
> > Vista. Try Startup Repair first, and system restore can be tried from
> > that link on the DVD and other places at F8. Sometimes SR works at one
> > location and not at another with the same restore point. You could give
> > it a try following the links I put under Repair Install if you need to.
> > You won't lose files, or programs, or mess up the registry with any of
> > these methods.
> >
> > Not to be superfluous, but I hope you're backing up. I and a lot of other
> > people here recommend and Use Acronis and it has a free trial--just google
> > for Acronis Home 10 free trial.
> >
> > Good luck,
> >
> > CH
> >
> > "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
> > message news:u%...
> >> Thanks Chad!
> >>
> >> Wow, that I didn't know... yes, I thought "Startup repair" was only to
> >> fix winload.exe
> >>
> >> I will try that definitely!!!
> >>
> >> If that doesn't work, will upgrading vista ontop of vista work?
> >>
> >> That wont delete any of my files, programs, or mess up the registry
> >> right????
> >>
> >> --
> >> Thank you,
> >>
> >> Have a nice day,
> >>
> >> Jonathan Yaniv
> >> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
> >>
> >>
> >> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
> >> news:...
> >>> Jonathan--
> >>>
> >>> These are some of these methods to fix Vista. There is no downside to
> >>> trying them, and MSFT did a great disservice when they incorrectly named
> >>> "Startup Repair" and state that it is only for problems that involve
> >>> Vista not booting. It potentially can fix major components of Vista
> >>> that are broken when you can boot as well.
> >>>
> >>> ***SFC as a Remedy***:
> >>>
> >>> SFC or System File Checker is a bit like the spare tire in your car or a
> >>> backup battery I suppose. In Vista of course, they have changed it
> >>> somewhat
> >>> and come up with a new name--Redmond stands for name it something
> >>> different
> >>> twice a year and now it's part of WRP or Windows Resource Protection.
> >>> It
> >>> scans protected resources including thousands of files, libraries,
> >>> critical
> >>> folders, and essential registry keys, and it replaces those that are
> >>> corrupted with intact ones. It fixes a lot of problems in Windows XP,
> >>> OE,
> >>> Windows Vista, Win Mail, IE6, and on Vista or if it is installed on XP,
> >>> IE7.
> >>> It protects these things from changes by any source including
> >>> administrators, by keeping a spare of most of them.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> How to Run SFC:
> >>>
> >>> Type "cmd" into the Search box above the Start Button>and when cmd
> >>> comes up
> >>> at the top of the Start menu>right click cmd and click "run as Admin"
> >>> and
> >>> when the cmd prompt comes up at the cmd prompt type "sfc /scannow" no
> >>> quotes
> >>> and let it run. This may fix things quite a bit. It replaces corrupt
> >>> files
> >>> with intact ones, if you're not familiar with it.
> >>>
> >>> ***Startup Repair from the Vista DVD***
> >>>
> >>> How to Use The Vista DVD to Repair Vista (Startup Repair is misnamed by
> >>> the
> >>> Win RE team and it can be used to fix many Vista components even when
> >>> you
> >>> ***can boot to Vista):
> >>>
> >>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
> >>>
> >>> If you elect to run Startup repair from the Vista DVD (it can fix major
> >>> components in Vista--I've verified this many many times; it's good for
> >>> more
> >>> than startup problems, and the Win RE team simply screwed up when they
> >>> named
> >>> it not understanding its full functionality):
> >>>
> >>> Startup Repair will look like this when you put in the Vista DVD:
> >>>
> >>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
> >>>
> >>> You run the startup repair tool this way (and system restore from here
> >>> is
> >>> also sometimes effective):
> >>>
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/925810/en-us
> >>>
> >>> How To Run Startup Repair In Vista Ultimate (Multiple Screenshots)
> >>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
> >>>
> >>> It will automatically take you to this on your screen:
> >>>
> >>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
> >>>
> >>> That will allow you to go to the Vista setup that has a Repair link on
> >>> thelower left corner>click it and then you'll see a gray backgrounded
> >>> list
> >>> and I want you to click Startup Repair from it and follow the
> >>> directions.
> >>>
> >>> The gray screen after you click the first link in the above pic will
> >>> look
> >>> like this:
> >>>
> >>> http://www.windowsreinstall.com/winv...ir/Image17.gif
> >>>
> >>> Click Startup Repair, the link at the top and after it scans>click OK
> >>> and
> >>> let it try to repair Vista. It will tell you if it does, and if it
> >>> doesn't, try System Restore from the Recovery Link on the DVD. If these
> >>> don't work booting into Safe Mode by tapping the F8 key and using System
> >>> Restore from one of the safe modes besides VGA may work. That means you
> >>> have the option to try 4 different safe modes to get to system restore,
> >>> (one
> >>> from the Recovery link on the DVD) and sometimes one will work when the
> >>> others won't.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> You could also try a Repair Install with Vista which is done exactly the
> >>> same way as in XP:
> >>>
> >>> ***Repair Install Steps*** (can be used for Vista) MVP Doug Knox
> >>> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...ps/doug92.mspx
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> ***Using the F8 Environment***
> >>>
> >>> ***Taking Full Advantage of the F8 Options (Windows Advanced Options
> >>> Menu)
> >>> by starting the PC and tapping F8 once per second when the firmware
> >>> screen
> >>> with the pc manufacturer's name shows a few seconds after restarting***:
> >>>
> >>> The F8 options in Vista are the same as XP, and the link for Safe Mode
> >>> Boot
> >>> options is labled XP by MSFT but they are the same for Vista (they
> >>> haven't
> >>> updated to add Vista to the title as they have with several MSKBs that
> >>> apply
> >>> to both).
> >>>
> >>> Again, pressing F8 repeatedly when you seem the firmware screen may be
> >>> is a
> >>> generic way to launch Windows RE on some OEM Vista computers.
> >>>
> >>> You could also:
> >>>
> >>> Think: I have 4 different ways to get back my XP at F8 and try 'em in
> >>> order.
> >>> 1) Safe Mode 2) Safe Mode with Cmd to Sys Restore which is simply a cmd
> >>> prompt in safe mode 3) Safe Mode with Neworking 4) LKG or Last Known
> >>> Good
> >>> Configuration
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Try to F8 to the Windows Adv Options Menu>try 3 safe modes there (I
> >>> don't
> >>> use WGA) and Last Known Good>then I go to Win RE in Vista. That gives
> >>> you a
> >>> choice of Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking,and Safe Mode with
> >>> Command
> >>> Prompt.
> >>>
> >>> These methods are outlined in
> >>>
> >>> A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP/and Vista
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/
> >>>
> >>> Frequently Asked Questions Regarding System Restore from MSFT:
> >>>
> >>> http://www.microsoft.com/technet/pro.../faqsrwxp.mspx
> >>>
> >>> System Restore can be run from the Win RE recovery environment from the
> >>> same
> >>> link as Startup Repair, and sometimes it will work from one F8 safe mode
> >>> location or from the Win Recovery Environment when it won't work from
> >>> other
> >>> locations.
> >>>
> >>> How to start the System Restore tool at a command prompt in Windows XP
> >>>
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;304449
> >>>
> >>> In addition you can use the Bootsect tool to manually repair the boot
> >>> sector
> >>> by accessing the command prompt from the DVD or from F8 and typing at
> >>> the
> >>> prompt:
> >>>
> >>> Bootsect.exe is available from the \Boot\folder of the Windows Vista DVD
> >>> and
> >>> can be run from within System Recovery or Windows XP on a dual boot.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> 1. Use Bootsect.exe to restore the Windows Vista MBR and the boot code
> >>> that
> >>> transfers control to the Windows Boot Manager program. To do this, type
> >>> the
> >>> following command at a command prompt: Drive:\boot\Bootsect.exe /NT60
> >>> All
> >>>
> >>> In this command, Drive is the drive where the Windows Vista installation
> >>> media is located.
> >>>
> >>> Note The boot folder for this step is on the DVD drive.
> >>> 2. Use Bcdedit.exe to manually create an entry in the BCD Boot.ini file
> >>> for
> >>> the earlier version of the Windows operating system. To do this, type
> >>> the
> >>> following commands at a command prompt.
> >>>
> >>> Note In these commands, Drive is the drive where Windows Vista is
> >>> installed. . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /create {ntldr} -d
> >>> "Description
> >>> for earlier Windows version"
> >>>
> >>> Note In this command, Description for earlier Windows version can be any
> >>> text that you want. For example, Description for earlier Windows version
> >>> can
> >>> be "Windows XP" or "Windows Server 2003".
> >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} device partition=x:
> >>>
> >>> Note In this command, x: is the drive letter for the active partition.
> >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} path \ntldr
> >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /displayorder {ntldr} -addlast
> >>>
> >>> 3. Restart the computer.
> >>> ____________________________
> >>> ******Using the BootRec.exe Tool
> >>>
> >>> Using the System Recovery Tool from the Repair link on the DVD after the
> >>> language choice in the lower left hand corner you can select command
> >>> prompt
> >>> and you have the following options:
> >>>
> >>> Bootrec.exe (You can use this tool to recover Vista even when you do
> >>> not
> >>> receive the error message that is the title of the 2nd linked MSKB
> >>> below):
> >>>
> >>> How to use the Bootrec.exe tool in the Windows Recovery Environment to
> >>> troubleshoot and repair startup issues in Windows Vista
> >>>
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927392/en-us
> >>>
> >>> Error message when you start Windows Vista: "The Windows Boot
> >>> Configuration
> >>> Data file is missing required information"
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927391/en-us
> >>>
> >>> Good luck,
> >>>
> >>> CH
> >>>
> >>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
> >>> message news:...
> >>>> And that will fix ALL Windows Vista files??
> >>>>
> >>>> --
> >>>> Thank you,
> >>>>
> >>>> Have a nice day,
> >>>>

Here are some tips to add :

5 ways to fix a non-booting Vista installation
http://microsoftvista2006.blogspot.c...n-booting.html


"Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
message news:%...
> Is repair install faster?
>
> --
> Thank you,
>
> Have a nice day,
>
> Jonathan Yaniv
> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>
>
> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
> news:...
>> Jonathan--
>>
>> I haven't needed to do a repair install of Vista, but doing a repair
>> install might work which is not the same as upgrading Vista on top of
>> Vista. Try Startup Repair first, and system restore can be tried from
>> that link on the DVD and other places at F8. Sometimes SR works at one
>> location and not at another with the same restore point. You could give
>> it a try following the links I put under Repair Install if you need to.
>> You won't lose files, or programs, or mess up the registry with any of
>> these methods.
>>
>> Not to be superfluous, but I hope you're backing up. I and a lot of
>> other people here recommend and Use Acronis and it has a free trial--just
>> google for Acronis Home 10 free trial.
>>
>> Good luck,
>>
>> CH
>>
>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
>> message news:u%...
>>> Thanks Chad!
>>>
>>> Wow, that I didn't know... yes, I thought "Startup repair" was only to
>>> fix winload.exe
>>>
>>> I will try that definitely!!!
>>>
>>> If that doesn't work, will upgrading vista ontop of vista work?
>>>
>>> That wont delete any of my files, programs, or mess up the registry
>>> right????
>>>
>>> --
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Have a nice day,
>>>
>>> Jonathan Yaniv
>>> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>>>
>>>
>>> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
>>> news:...
>>>> Jonathan--
>>>>
>>>> These are some of these methods to fix Vista. There is no downside to
>>>> trying them, and MSFT did a great disservice when they incorrectly
>>>> named "Startup Repair" and state that it is only for problems that
>>>> involve Vista not booting. It potentially can fix major components of
>>>> Vista that are broken when you can boot as well.
>>>>
>>>> ***SFC as a Remedy***:
>>>>
>>>> SFC or System File Checker is a bit like the spare tire in your car or
>>>> a
>>>> backup battery I suppose. In Vista of course, they have changed it
>>>> somewhat
>>>> and come up with a new name--Redmond stands for name it something
>>>> different
>>>> twice a year and now it's part of WRP or Windows Resource Protection.
>>>> It
>>>> scans protected resources including thousands of files, libraries,
>>>> critical
>>>> folders, and essential registry keys, and it replaces those that are
>>>> corrupted with intact ones. It fixes a lot of problems in Windows XP,
>>>> OE,
>>>> Windows Vista, Win Mail, IE6, and on Vista or if it is installed on XP,
>>>> IE7.
>>>> It protects these things from changes by any source including
>>>> administrators, by keeping a spare of most of them.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> How to Run SFC:
>>>>
>>>> Type "cmd" into the Search box above the Start Button>and when cmd
>>>> comes up
>>>> at the top of the Start menu>right click cmd and click "run as Admin"
>>>> and
>>>> when the cmd prompt comes up at the cmd prompt type "sfc /scannow" no
>>>> quotes
>>>> and let it run. This may fix things quite a bit. It replaces corrupt
>>>> files
>>>> with intact ones, if you're not familiar with it.
>>>>
>>>> ***Startup Repair from the Vista DVD***
>>>>
>>>> How to Use The Vista DVD to Repair Vista (Startup Repair is misnamed by
>>>> the
>>>> Win RE team and it can be used to fix many Vista components even when
>>>> you
>>>> ***can boot to Vista):
>>>>
>>>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
>>>>
>>>> If you elect to run Startup repair from the Vista DVD (it can fix major
>>>> components in Vista--I've verified this many many times; it's good for
>>>> more
>>>> than startup problems, and the Win RE team simply screwed up when they
>>>> named
>>>> it not understanding its full functionality):
>>>>
>>>> Startup Repair will look like this when you put in the Vista DVD:
>>>>
>>>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
>>>>
>>>> You run the startup repair tool this way (and system restore from here
>>>> is
>>>> also sometimes effective):
>>>>
>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/925810/en-us
>>>>
>>>> How To Run Startup Repair In Vista Ultimate (Multiple Screenshots)
>>>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
>>>>
>>>> It will automatically take you to this on your screen:
>>>>
>>>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
>>>>
>>>> That will allow you to go to the Vista setup that has a Repair link on
>>>> thelower left corner>click it and then you'll see a gray backgrounded
>>>> list
>>>> and I want you to click Startup Repair from it and follow the
>>>> directions.
>>>>
>>>> The gray screen after you click the first link in the above pic will
>>>> look
>>>> like this:
>>>>
>>>> http://www.windowsreinstall.com/winv...ir/Image17.gif
>>>>
>>>> Click Startup Repair, the link at the top and after it scans>click OK
>>>> and
>>>> let it try to repair Vista. It will tell you if it does, and if it
>>>> doesn't, try System Restore from the Recovery Link on the DVD. If these
>>>> don't work booting into Safe Mode by tapping the F8 key and using
>>>> System
>>>> Restore from one of the safe modes besides VGA may work. That means
>>>> you
>>>> have the option to try 4 different safe modes to get to system restore,
>>>> (one
>>>> from the Recovery link on the DVD) and sometimes one will work when the
>>>> others won't.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> You could also try a Repair Install with Vista which is done exactly
>>>> the
>>>> same way as in XP:
>>>>
>>>> ***Repair Install Steps*** (can be used for Vista) MVP Doug Knox
>>>> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...ps/doug92.mspx
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> ***Using the F8 Environment***
>>>>
>>>> ***Taking Full Advantage of the F8 Options (Windows Advanced Options
>>>> Menu)
>>>> by starting the PC and tapping F8 once per second when the firmware
>>>> screen
>>>> with the pc manufacturer's name shows a few seconds after
>>>> restarting***:
>>>>
>>>> The F8 options in Vista are the same as XP, and the link for Safe Mode
>>>> Boot
>>>> options is labled XP by MSFT but they are the same for Vista (they
>>>> haven't
>>>> updated to add Vista to the title as they have with several MSKBs that
>>>> apply
>>>> to both).
>>>>
>>>> Again, pressing F8 repeatedly when you seem the firmware screen may be
>>>> is a
>>>> generic way to launch Windows RE on some OEM Vista computers.
>>>>
>>>> You could also:
>>>>
>>>> Think: I have 4 different ways to get back my XP at F8 and try 'em in
>>>> order.
>>>> 1) Safe Mode 2) Safe Mode with Cmd to Sys Restore which is simply a cmd
>>>> prompt in safe mode 3) Safe Mode with Neworking 4) LKG or Last Known
>>>> Good
>>>> Configuration
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Try to F8 to the Windows Adv Options Menu>try 3 safe modes there (I
>>>> don't
>>>> use WGA) and Last Known Good>then I go to Win RE in Vista. That gives
>>>> you a
>>>> choice of Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking,and Safe Mode with
>>>> Command
>>>> Prompt.
>>>>
>>>> These methods are outlined in
>>>>
>>>> A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP/and Vista
>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/
>>>>
>>>> Frequently Asked Questions Regarding System Restore from MSFT:
>>>>
>>>> http://www.microsoft.com/technet/pro.../faqsrwxp.mspx
>>>>
>>>> System Restore can be run from the Win RE recovery environment from the
>>>> same
>>>> link as Startup Repair, and sometimes it will work from one F8 safe
>>>> mode
>>>> location or from the Win Recovery Environment when it won't work from
>>>> other
>>>> locations.
>>>>
>>>> How to start the System Restore tool at a command prompt in Windows XP
>>>>
>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;304449
>>>>
>>>> In addition you can use the Bootsect tool to manually repair the boot
>>>> sector
>>>> by accessing the command prompt from the DVD or from F8 and typing at
>>>> the
>>>> prompt:
>>>>
>>>> Bootsect.exe is available from the \Boot\folder of the Windows Vista
>>>> DVD and
>>>> can be run from within System Recovery or Windows XP on a dual boot.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> 1. Use Bootsect.exe to restore the Windows Vista MBR and the boot code
>>>> that
>>>> transfers control to the Windows Boot Manager program. To do this, type
>>>> the
>>>> following command at a command prompt: Drive:\boot\Bootsect.exe /NT60
>>>> All
>>>>
>>>> In this command, Drive is the drive where the Windows Vista
>>>> installation
>>>> media is located.
>>>>
>>>> Note The boot folder for this step is on the DVD drive.
>>>> 2. Use Bcdedit.exe to manually create an entry in the BCD Boot.ini file
>>>> for
>>>> the earlier version of the Windows operating system. To do this, type
>>>> the
>>>> following commands at a command prompt.
>>>>
>>>> Note In these commands, Drive is the drive where Windows Vista is
>>>> installed. . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /create {ntldr} -d
>>>> "Description
>>>> for earlier Windows version"
>>>>
>>>> Note In this command, Description for earlier Windows version can be
>>>> any
>>>> text that you want. For example, Description for earlier Windows
>>>> version can
>>>> be "Windows XP" or "Windows Server 2003".
>>>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} device partition=x:
>>>>
>>>> Note In this command, x: is the drive letter for the active partition.
>>>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} path \ntldr
>>>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /displayorder {ntldr} -addlast
>>>>
>>>> 3. Restart the computer.
>>>> ____________________________
>>>> ******Using the BootRec.exe Tool
>>>>
>>>> Using the System Recovery Tool from the Repair link on the DVD after
>>>> the
>>>> language choice in the lower left hand corner you can select command
>>>> prompt
>>>> and you have the following options:
>>>>
>>>> Bootrec.exe (You can use this tool to recover Vista even when you do
>>>> not
>>>> receive the error message that is the title of the 2nd linked MSKB
>>>> below):
>>>>
>>>> How to use the Bootrec.exe tool in the Windows Recovery Environment to
>>>> troubleshoot and repair startup issues in Windows Vista
>>>>
>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927392/en-us
>>>>
>>>> Error message when you start Windows Vista: "The Windows Boot
>>>> Configuration
>>>> Data file is missing required information"
>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927391/en-us
>>>>
>>>> Good luck,
>>>>
>>>> CH
>>>>
>>>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
>>>> message news:...
>>>>> And that will fix ALL Windows Vista files??
>>>>>
>>>>> --
>>>>> Thank you,
>>>>>
>>>>> Have a nice day,
>>>>>
>>>>> Jonathan Yaniv
>>>>> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> "Andre Da Costa [ActiveWin]" <> wrote in message
>>>>> news:8155B644-A8FB-4A8C-AD15-...
>>>>>> Insert your Windows Vista DVD, make sure your BIOS setting is set to
>>>>>> boot from the optical disk
>>>>>> Boot from the Vista DVD into the Windows Recovery Environment
>>>>>> Choose your language settings, and then click Next.
>>>>>> Click Repair your computer link on the setup page.
>>>>>> Select the operating system you want to repair, and the click Next.
>>>>>> Click Startup Repair
>>>>>> --
>>>>>> Andre
>>>>>> Blog: http://adacosta.spaces.live.com
>>>>>> My Vista Quickstart Guide:
>>>>>> http://adacosta.spaces.live.com/blog...3DB!9709.entry
>>>>>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
>>>>>> message news:...
>>>>>>>I would like to know how to repair Windows Vista entirely by using my
>>>>>>>Windows Vista disc, and still saving all my data, (files and
>>>>>>>programs).
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Can someone please explain this to me, thanks
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> --
>>>>>>> Thank you,
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Have a nice day,
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Jonathan Yaniv
>>>>>>> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>
>>

Jonathan,

Johathan,

Make sure you have at least two partitions on the hard drive. Use the C
partition for the OS and put all of the documents on the other partition. If
the entire Vista OS has to be reinstalled, that will only effect the C
partition. Everything that is stored on the other partition will be not be
changed. Once Vista is reinstalled, all the programs will also have to be
reinstalled, but at least the documents that have been produced by the
programs will be safe.

Set aside an entire day if Vista has to be reinstalled.


Arne

Arne

"Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly E" wrote:

> Is repair install faster?
>
> --
> Thank you,
>
> Have a nice day,
>
> Jonathan Yaniv
> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>
>
> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
> news:...
> > Jonathan--
> >
> > I haven't needed to do a repair install of Vista, but doing a repair
> > install might work which is not the same as upgrading Vista on top of
> > Vista. Try Startup Repair first, and system restore can be tried from
> > that link on the DVD and other places at F8. Sometimes SR works at one
> > location and not at another with the same restore point. You could give
> > it a try following the links I put under Repair Install if you need to.
> > You won't lose files, or programs, or mess up the registry with any of
> > these methods.
> >
> > Not to be superfluous, but I hope you're backing up. I and a lot of other
> > people here recommend and Use Acronis and it has a free trial--just google
> > for Acronis Home 10 free trial.
> >
> > Good luck,
> >
> > CH
> >
> > "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
> > message news:u%...
> >> Thanks Chad!
> >>
> >> Wow, that I didn't know... yes, I thought "Startup repair" was only to
> >> fix winload.exe
> >>
> >> I will try that definitely!!!
> >>
> >> If that doesn't work, will upgrading vista ontop of vista work?
> >>
> >> That wont delete any of my files, programs, or mess up the registry
> >> right????
> >>
> >> --
> >> Thank you,
> >>
> >> Have a nice day,
> >>
> >> Jonathan Yaniv
> >> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
> >>
> >>
> >> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
> >> news:...
> >>> Jonathan--
> >>>
> >>> These are some of these methods to fix Vista. There is no downside to
> >>> trying them, and MSFT did a great disservice when they incorrectly named
> >>> "Startup Repair" and state that it is only for problems that involve
> >>> Vista not booting. It potentially can fix major components of Vista
> >>> that are broken when you can boot as well.
> >>>
> >>> ***SFC as a Remedy***:
> >>>
> >>> SFC or System File Checker is a bit like the spare tire in your car or a
> >>> backup battery I suppose. In Vista of course, they have changed it
> >>> somewhat
> >>> and come up with a new name--Redmond stands for name it something
> >>> different
> >>> twice a year and now it's part of WRP or Windows Resource Protection.
> >>> It
> >>> scans protected resources including thousands of files, libraries,
> >>> critical
> >>> folders, and essential registry keys, and it replaces those that are
> >>> corrupted with intact ones. It fixes a lot of problems in Windows XP,
> >>> OE,
> >>> Windows Vista, Win Mail, IE6, and on Vista or if it is installed on XP,
> >>> IE7.
> >>> It protects these things from changes by any source including
> >>> administrators, by keeping a spare of most of them.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> How to Run SFC:
> >>>
> >>> Type "cmd" into the Search box above the Start Button>and when cmd
> >>> comes up
> >>> at the top of the Start menu>right click cmd and click "run as Admin"
> >>> and
> >>> when the cmd prompt comes up at the cmd prompt type "sfc /scannow" no
> >>> quotes
> >>> and let it run. This may fix things quite a bit. It replaces corrupt
> >>> files
> >>> with intact ones, if you're not familiar with it.
> >>>
> >>> ***Startup Repair from the Vista DVD***
> >>>
> >>> How to Use The Vista DVD to Repair Vista (Startup Repair is misnamed by
> >>> the
> >>> Win RE team and it can be used to fix many Vista components even when
> >>> you
> >>> ***can boot to Vista):
> >>>
> >>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
> >>>
> >>> If you elect to run Startup repair from the Vista DVD (it can fix major
> >>> components in Vista--I've verified this many many times; it's good for
> >>> more
> >>> than startup problems, and the Win RE team simply screwed up when they
> >>> named
> >>> it not understanding its full functionality):
> >>>
> >>> Startup Repair will look like this when you put in the Vista DVD:
> >>>
> >>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
> >>>
> >>> You run the startup repair tool this way (and system restore from here
> >>> is
> >>> also sometimes effective):
> >>>
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/925810/en-us
> >>>
> >>> How To Run Startup Repair In Vista Ultimate (Multiple Screenshots)
> >>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
> >>>
> >>> It will automatically take you to this on your screen:
> >>>
> >>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
> >>>
> >>> That will allow you to go to the Vista setup that has a Repair link on
> >>> thelower left corner>click it and then you'll see a gray backgrounded
> >>> list
> >>> and I want you to click Startup Repair from it and follow the
> >>> directions.
> >>>
> >>> The gray screen after you click the first link in the above pic will
> >>> look
> >>> like this:
> >>>
> >>> http://www.windowsreinstall.com/winv...ir/Image17.gif
> >>>
> >>> Click Startup Repair, the link at the top and after it scans>click OK
> >>> and
> >>> let it try to repair Vista. It will tell you if it does, and if it
> >>> doesn't, try System Restore from the Recovery Link on the DVD. If these
> >>> don't work booting into Safe Mode by tapping the F8 key and using System
> >>> Restore from one of the safe modes besides VGA may work. That means you
> >>> have the option to try 4 different safe modes to get to system restore,
> >>> (one
> >>> from the Recovery link on the DVD) and sometimes one will work when the
> >>> others won't.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> You could also try a Repair Install with Vista which is done exactly the
> >>> same way as in XP:
> >>>
> >>> ***Repair Install Steps*** (can be used for Vista) MVP Doug Knox
> >>> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...ps/doug92.mspx
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> ***Using the F8 Environment***
> >>>
> >>> ***Taking Full Advantage of the F8 Options (Windows Advanced Options
> >>> Menu)
> >>> by starting the PC and tapping F8 once per second when the firmware
> >>> screen
> >>> with the pc manufacturer's name shows a few seconds after restarting***:
> >>>
> >>> The F8 options in Vista are the same as XP, and the link for Safe Mode
> >>> Boot
> >>> options is labled XP by MSFT but they are the same for Vista (they
> >>> haven't
> >>> updated to add Vista to the title as they have with several MSKBs that
> >>> apply
> >>> to both).
> >>>
> >>> Again, pressing F8 repeatedly when you seem the firmware screen may be
> >>> is a
> >>> generic way to launch Windows RE on some OEM Vista computers.
> >>>
> >>> You could also:
> >>>
> >>> Think: I have 4 different ways to get back my XP at F8 and try 'em in
> >>> order.
> >>> 1) Safe Mode 2) Safe Mode with Cmd to Sys Restore which is simply a cmd
> >>> prompt in safe mode 3) Safe Mode with Neworking 4) LKG or Last Known
> >>> Good
> >>> Configuration
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Try to F8 to the Windows Adv Options Menu>try 3 safe modes there (I
> >>> don't
> >>> use WGA) and Last Known Good>then I go to Win RE in Vista. That gives
> >>> you a
> >>> choice of Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking,and Safe Mode with
> >>> Command
> >>> Prompt.
> >>>
> >>> These methods are outlined in
> >>>
> >>> A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP/and Vista
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/
> >>>
> >>> Frequently Asked Questions Regarding System Restore from MSFT:
> >>>
> >>> http://www.microsoft.com/technet/pro.../faqsrwxp.mspx
> >>>
> >>> System Restore can be run from the Win RE recovery environment from the
> >>> same
> >>> link as Startup Repair, and sometimes it will work from one F8 safe mode
> >>> location or from the Win Recovery Environment when it won't work from
> >>> other
> >>> locations.
> >>>
> >>> How to start the System Restore tool at a command prompt in Windows XP
> >>>
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;304449
> >>>
> >>> In addition you can use the Bootsect tool to manually repair the boot
> >>> sector
> >>> by accessing the command prompt from the DVD or from F8 and typing at
> >>> the
> >>> prompt:
> >>>
> >>> Bootsect.exe is available from the \Boot\folder of the Windows Vista DVD
> >>> and
> >>> can be run from within System Recovery or Windows XP on a dual boot.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> 1. Use Bootsect.exe to restore the Windows Vista MBR and the boot code
> >>> that
> >>> transfers control to the Windows Boot Manager program. To do this, type
> >>> the
> >>> following command at a command prompt: Drive:\boot\Bootsect.exe /NT60
> >>> All
> >>>
> >>> In this command, Drive is the drive where the Windows Vista installation
> >>> media is located.
> >>>
> >>> Note The boot folder for this step is on the DVD drive.
> >>> 2. Use Bcdedit.exe to manually create an entry in the BCD Boot.ini file
> >>> for
> >>> the earlier version of the Windows operating system. To do this, type
> >>> the
> >>> following commands at a command prompt.
> >>>
> >>> Note In these commands, Drive is the drive where Windows Vista is
> >>> installed. . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /create {ntldr} -d
> >>> "Description
> >>> for earlier Windows version"
> >>>
> >>> Note In this command, Description for earlier Windows version can be any
> >>> text that you want. For example, Description for earlier Windows version
> >>> can
> >>> be "Windows XP" or "Windows Server 2003".
> >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} device partition=x:
> >>>
> >>> Note In this command, x: is the drive letter for the active partition.
> >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} path \ntldr
> >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /displayorder {ntldr} -addlast
> >>>
> >>> 3. Restart the computer.
> >>> ____________________________
> >>> ******Using the BootRec.exe Tool
> >>>
> >>> Using the System Recovery Tool from the Repair link on the DVD after the
> >>> language choice in the lower left hand corner you can select command
> >>> prompt
> >>> and you have the following options:
> >>>
> >>> Bootrec.exe (You can use this tool to recover Vista even when you do
> >>> not
> >>> receive the error message that is the title of the 2nd linked MSKB
> >>> below):
> >>>
> >>> How to use the Bootrec.exe tool in the Windows Recovery Environment to
> >>> troubleshoot and repair startup issues in Windows Vista
> >>>
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927392/en-us
> >>>
> >>> Error message when you start Windows Vista: "The Windows Boot
> >>> Configuration
> >>> Data file is missing required information"
> >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927391/en-us
> >>>
> >>> Good luck,
> >>>
> >>> CH
> >>>
> >>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
> >>> message news:...
> >>>> And that will fix ALL Windows Vista files??
> >>>>
> >>>> --
> >>>> Thank you,
> >>>>
> >>>> Have a nice day,
> >>>>

Ken, Why are you attempting to put this person through such a hard time? A
very quick and precise method would be to simply open a DOS window with
Administrator rights and then type SFC /scannow and let the operating
system reinstall itself
"Ken Blake, MVP" <> wrote in message
news:...
> On Sat, 13 Oct 2007 17:12:41 -0400, "Rick Rogers" <>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi,
>>
>> You don't, you install to a new folder without formatting. Programs will
>> have to be reinstalled afterwards, but data can be recovered from the old
>> user profiles under windows.old. Vista does not have the repair install
>> function that XP did.
>
>
> And my apologies for stating that it did. I wasn't paying enough
> attention, and thought the post was about XP.
>
>
>
>> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
>> message news:...
>> >I would like to know how to repair Windows Vista entirely by using my
>> >Windows Vista disc, and still saving all my data, (files and programs).
>> >
>> > Can someone please explain this to me, thanks
>> >
>> > --
>> > Thank you,
>> >
>> > Have a nice day,
>> >
>> > Jonathan Yaniv
>> > Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
>> >
>> >
>
> --
> Ken Blake, Microsoft MVP Windows - Shell/User
> Please Reply to the Newsgroup

Question: When one refers to the Windows Vista CD or DVD to do the Vista
repair, what if the only CD you have is the Windows Anytime Upgrade that came
with my new computer. Will Windows Vista repair run from this disc? If so,
what's the protocol to get it started? Dave
--
Dave


"Arne" wrote:

> Jonathan,
>
> Johathan,
>
> Make sure you have at least two partitions on the hard drive. Use the C
> partition for the OS and put all of the documents on the other partition. If
> the entire Vista OS has to be reinstalled, that will only effect the C
> partition. Everything that is stored on the other partition will be not be
> changed. Once Vista is reinstalled, all the programs will also have to be
> reinstalled, but at least the documents that have been produced by the
> programs will be safe.
>
> Set aside an entire day if Vista has to be reinstalled.
>
>
> Arne
>
> Arne
>
> "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly E" wrote:
>
> > Is repair install faster?
> >
> > --
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Have a nice day,
> >
> > Jonathan Yaniv
> > Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
> >
> >
> > "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
> > news:...
> > > Jonathan--
> > >
> > > I haven't needed to do a repair install of Vista, but doing a repair
> > > install might work which is not the same as upgrading Vista on top of
> > > Vista. Try Startup Repair first, and system restore can be tried from
> > > that link on the DVD and other places at F8. Sometimes SR works at one
> > > location and not at another with the same restore point. You could give
> > > it a try following the links I put under Repair Install if you need to.
> > > You won't lose files, or programs, or mess up the registry with any of
> > > these methods.
> > >
> > > Not to be superfluous, but I hope you're backing up. I and a lot of other
> > > people here recommend and Use Acronis and it has a free trial--just google
> > > for Acronis Home 10 free trial.
> > >
> > > Good luck,
> > >
> > > CH
> > >
> > > "Jonathan Yaniv- Windows Live Butterfly Expert" <> wrote in
> > > message news:u%...
> > >> Thanks Chad!
> > >>
> > >> Wow, that I didn't know... yes, I thought "Startup repair" was only to
> > >> fix winload.exe
> > >>
> > >> I will try that definitely!!!
> > >>
> > >> If that doesn't work, will upgrading vista ontop of vista work?
> > >>
> > >> That wont delete any of my files, programs, or mess up the registry
> > >> right????
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Thank you,
> > >>
> > >> Have a nice day,
> > >>
> > >> Jonathan Yaniv
> > >> Microsoft Windows LiveT Butterfly Expert
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> "Chad Harris" <vistaneedsmuchowork.net> wrote in message
> > >> news:...
> > >>> Jonathan--
> > >>>
> > >>> These are some of these methods to fix Vista. There is no downside to
> > >>> trying them, and MSFT did a great disservice when they incorrectly named
> > >>> "Startup Repair" and state that it is only for problems that involve
> > >>> Vista not booting. It potentially can fix major components of Vista
> > >>> that are broken when you can boot as well.
> > >>>
> > >>> ***SFC as a Remedy***:
> > >>>
> > >>> SFC or System File Checker is a bit like the spare tire in your car or a
> > >>> backup battery I suppose. In Vista of course, they have changed it
> > >>> somewhat
> > >>> and come up with a new name--Redmond stands for name it something
> > >>> different
> > >>> twice a year and now it's part of WRP or Windows Resource Protection.
> > >>> It
> > >>> scans protected resources including thousands of files, libraries,
> > >>> critical
> > >>> folders, and essential registry keys, and it replaces those that are
> > >>> corrupted with intact ones. It fixes a lot of problems in Windows XP,
> > >>> OE,
> > >>> Windows Vista, Win Mail, IE6, and on Vista or if it is installed on XP,
> > >>> IE7.
> > >>> It protects these things from changes by any source including
> > >>> administrators, by keeping a spare of most of them.
> > >>>
> > >>>
> > >>> How to Run SFC:
> > >>>
> > >>> Type "cmd" into the Search box above the Start Button>and when cmd
> > >>> comes up
> > >>> at the top of the Start menu>right click cmd and click "run as Admin"
> > >>> and
> > >>> when the cmd prompt comes up at the cmd prompt type "sfc /scannow" no
> > >>> quotes
> > >>> and let it run. This may fix things quite a bit. It replaces corrupt
> > >>> files
> > >>> with intact ones, if you're not familiar with it.
> > >>>
> > >>> ***Startup Repair from the Vista DVD***
> > >>>
> > >>> How to Use The Vista DVD to Repair Vista (Startup Repair is misnamed by
> > >>> the
> > >>> Win RE team and it can be used to fix many Vista components even when
> > >>> you
> > >>> ***can boot to Vista):
> > >>>
> > >>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
> > >>>
> > >>> If you elect to run Startup repair from the Vista DVD (it can fix major
> > >>> components in Vista--I've verified this many many times; it's good for
> > >>> more
> > >>> than startup problems, and the Win RE team simply screwed up when they
> > >>> named
> > >>> it not understanding its full functionality):
> > >>>
> > >>> Startup Repair will look like this when you put in the Vista DVD:
> > >>>
> > >>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
> > >>>
> > >>> You run the startup repair tool this way (and system restore from here
> > >>> is
> > >>> also sometimes effective):
> > >>>
> > >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/925810/en-us
> > >>>
> > >>> How To Run Startup Repair In Vista Ultimate (Multiple Screenshots)
> > >>> http://www.windowsvista.windowsreins...rtup/index.htm
> > >>>
> > >>> It will automatically take you to this on your screen:
> > >>>
> > >>> http://www.vistaclues.com/wp-content...r-computer.png
> > >>>
> > >>> That will allow you to go to the Vista setup that has a Repair link on
> > >>> thelower left corner>click it and then you'll see a gray backgrounded
> > >>> list
> > >>> and I want you to click Startup Repair from it and follow the
> > >>> directions.
> > >>>
> > >>> The gray screen after you click the first link in the above pic will
> > >>> look
> > >>> like this:
> > >>>
> > >>> http://www.windowsreinstall.com/winv...ir/Image17.gif
> > >>>
> > >>> Click Startup Repair, the link at the top and after it scans>click OK
> > >>> and
> > >>> let it try to repair Vista. It will tell you if it does, and if it
> > >>> doesn't, try System Restore from the Recovery Link on the DVD. If these
> > >>> don't work booting into Safe Mode by tapping the F8 key and using System
> > >>> Restore from one of the safe modes besides VGA may work. That means you
> > >>> have the option to try 4 different safe modes to get to system restore,
> > >>> (one
> > >>> from the Recovery link on the DVD) and sometimes one will work when the
> > >>> others won't.
> > >>>
> > >>>
> > >>> You could also try a Repair Install with Vista which is done exactly the
> > >>> same way as in XP:
> > >>>
> > >>> ***Repair Install Steps*** (can be used for Vista) MVP Doug Knox
> > >>> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/u...ps/doug92.mspx
> > >>>
> > >>>
> > >>> ***Using the F8 Environment***
> > >>>
> > >>> ***Taking Full Advantage of the F8 Options (Windows Advanced Options
> > >>> Menu)
> > >>> by starting the PC and tapping F8 once per second when the firmware
> > >>> screen
> > >>> with the pc manufacturer's name shows a few seconds after restarting***:
> > >>>
> > >>> The F8 options in Vista are the same as XP, and the link for Safe Mode
> > >>> Boot
> > >>> options is labled XP by MSFT but they are the same for Vista (they
> > >>> haven't
> > >>> updated to add Vista to the title as they have with several MSKBs that
> > >>> apply
> > >>> to both).
> > >>>
> > >>> Again, pressing F8 repeatedly when you seem the firmware screen may be
> > >>> is a
> > >>> generic way to launch Windows RE on some OEM Vista computers.
> > >>>
> > >>> You could also:
> > >>>
> > >>> Think: I have 4 different ways to get back my XP at F8 and try 'em in
> > >>> order.
> > >>> 1) Safe Mode 2) Safe Mode with Cmd to Sys Restore which is simply a cmd
> > >>> prompt in safe mode 3) Safe Mode with Neworking 4) LKG or Last Known
> > >>> Good
> > >>> Configuration
> > >>>
> > >>>
> > >>> Try to F8 to the Windows Adv Options Menu>try 3 safe modes there (I
> > >>> don't
> > >>> use WGA) and Last Known Good>then I go to Win RE in Vista. That gives
> > >>> you a
> > >>> choice of Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking,and Safe Mode with
> > >>> Command
> > >>> Prompt.
> > >>>
> > >>> These methods are outlined in
> > >>>
> > >>> A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP/and Vista
> > >>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/
> > >>>
> > >>> Frequently Asked Questions Regarding System Restore from MSFT:
> > >>>
> > >>> http://www.microsoft.com/technet/pro.../faqsrwxp.mspx
> > >>>
> > >>> System Restore can be run from the Win RE recovery environment from the
> > >>> same
> > >>> link as Startup Repair, and sometimes it will work from one F8 safe mode
> > >>> location or from the Win Recovery Environment when it won't work from
> > >>> other
> > >>> locations.
> > >>>
> > >>> How to start the System Restore tool at a command prompt in Windows XP
> > >>>
> > >>> http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;304449
> > >>>
> > >>> In addition you can use the Bootsect tool to manually repair the boot
> > >>> sector
> > >>> by accessing the command prompt from the DVD or from F8 and typing at
> > >>> the
> > >>> prompt:
> > >>>
> > >>> Bootsect.exe is available from the \Boot\folder of the Windows Vista DVD
> > >>> and
> > >>> can be run from within System Recovery or Windows XP on a dual boot.
> > >>>
> > >>>
> > >>> 1. Use Bootsect.exe to restore the Windows Vista MBR and the boot code
> > >>> that
> > >>> transfers control to the Windows Boot Manager program. To do this, type
> > >>> the
> > >>> following command at a command prompt: Drive:\boot\Bootsect.exe /NT60
> > >>> All
> > >>>
> > >>> In this command, Drive is the drive where the Windows Vista installation
> > >>> media is located.
> > >>>
> > >>> Note The boot folder for this step is on the DVD drive.
> > >>> 2. Use Bcdedit.exe to manually create an entry in the BCD Boot.ini file
> > >>> for
> > >>> the earlier version of the Windows operating system. To do this, type
> > >>> the
> > >>> following commands at a command prompt.
> > >>>
> > >>> Note In these commands, Drive is the drive where Windows Vista is
> > >>> installed. . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /create {ntldr} -d
> > >>> "Description
> > >>> for earlier Windows version"
> > >>>
> > >>> Note In this command, Description for earlier Windows version can be any
> > >>> text that you want. For example, Description for earlier Windows version
> > >>> can
> > >>> be "Windows XP" or "Windows Server 2003".
> > >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} device partition=x:
> > >>>
> > >>> Note In this command, x: is the drive letter for the active partition.
> > >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /set {ntldr} path \ntldr
> > >>> . Drive:\Windows\system32\Bcdedit /displayorder {ntldr} -addlast
> > >>>
> > >>> 3. Restart the computer.
> > >>> ____________________________
> > >>> ******Using the BootRec.exe Tool
> > >>>
> > >>> Using the System Recovery Tool from the Repair link on the DVD after the
> > >>> language choice in the lower left hand corner you can select command
> > >>> prompt
> > >>> and you have the following options:
> > >>>
> > >>> Bootrec.exe (You can use this tool to recover Vista even when you do
> > >>> not
> > >>> receive the error message that is the title of the 2nd linked MSKB
> > >>> below):
> > >>>
> > >>> How to use the Bootrec.exe tool in the Windows Recovery Environment to
> > >>> troubleshoot and repair startup issues in Windows Vista