Desktop USBs not working

[Jaymie1989]

Hi Jaymie1989.

Run these Commands from the Command prompt window in the system recovery options window and see if the computer will then recognize your mouse and keyboard:

• Bootrec.exe /rebuildbcd
• BootRec.exe /fixmbr
• BootRec.exe /fixboot
• sfc /scannow /offbootdir=c:\ /offwindir=c:\windows
• chkdsk C: /r
• exit

If those commands don't help does the mouse and keyboard work if you boot the computer in Safe Mode?

Hi,

I'm running sfc /scannow /offbootdir=c:\ /offwindir=c:\windows now

It's currently handling on beginning system scan and has been for a few minutes now.

 

[Jaymie1989]

It's still hanging on beginning of the scan.

 

[Jaymie1989]

The scan failed.
Ubcd method didn't work

 

[Evan Omo]

Ok, did you finish running chkdsk C: /r?

 

[Jaymie1989]

Yeah it finished at said no further action required as there was no problems.
It also said failed to transfer logged messages to the event log.

Still boots up and says no os

 

[Malnutrition]

You may still be able to grab your files.

Backup your data using Puppy Linux

These instructions come courtesy of phillpower2 from our technical section.

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***Required Hardware***
CD Burner (CDRW) Drive,
Blank CD,
Extra Storage Device (USB Flash Drive, External Hard Drive)
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1. Save these files to your Desktop/Burn Your Live CD:

• Download Latest Puppy Linux ISO (i.e.: lupu-528.iso)

• Download BurnCDCC ISO Burning Software

There are instructions on how to boot from flash drive with puppy here

• Open BurnCDCC with Windows Explorer

• Extract All files to a location you can remember

• Double Click
  
  BurnCDCC

• Click Browse
  
  and navigate to the Puppy Linux ISO file you just downloaded

• Open/Double Click that file

IMPORTANT: Adjust the speed bar to CD: 4x DVD: 1x

• Click Start
  

• Your CD Burner Tray will open automatically

• Insert a blank CD and close the tray

• Click OK

Puppy Linux Live CD will now be created


2. Set your boot priority in the BIOS to CD-ROM first, Hard Drive Second

• Start the computer/press the power button

• Immediately start tapping the appropriate key to enter the BIOS, aka "Setup"

(Usually shown during the "Dell" screen, or "Gateway" Screen)

• Once in the BIOS, under Advanced BIOS Options change boot priority to:

CD-ROM 1st, Hard Drive 2nd

• Open your ROM drive and insert the disk

• Press F10 to save and exit

• Agree with "Y" to continue

• Your computer will restart and boot from the Puppy Linux Live CD

3. Recover Your Data
Once Puppy Linux has loaded, it is actually running in your computer's Memory (RAM). You will see a fully functioning Graphical User Interface similar to what you normally call "your computer". Internet access may or may not be available depending on your machine, so it is recommended you print these instructions before beginning. Also, double clicking is not needed in Puppy. To expand, or open folders/icons, just click once. Puppy is very light on resources, so you will quickly notice it is much speedier than you are used to. This is normal. Ready? Let's get started.

3a. Mount Drives

• Click the Mount Icon located at the top left of your desktop.
  

• A Window will open. By default, the "drive" tab will be forward/highlighted. Click on Mount for your hard drive.

• Assuming you only have one hard drive and/or partition, there may be only one selection to mount.

• USB Flash Drives usually automatically mount upon boot, but click the "usbdrv" tab and make sure it is mounted.

• If using an external hard drive for the data recovery, do this under the "drive" tab. Mount it now.

3b. Transfer Files.

• At the bottom left of your desktop a list of all hard drives/partitions, USB Drives, and Optical Drives are listed with a familiar looking hard drive icon.

• Open your old hard drive i.e. sda1

• Next, open your USB Flash Drive or External Drive. i.e. sdc or sdb1

• If you open the wrong drive, simply X out at the top right corner of the window that opens. (Just like in Windows)

• From your old hard drive, drag and drop whatever files/folders you wish to transfer to your USB Drive's Window.

For The Novice: The common path to your pictures, music, video, and documents folders is: Documents and Settings >> All Users (or each idividual name of each user. CHECK All Names!) >> Documents >> You will now see My Music, My Pictures, and My Videos.
Alternatively search for Main drive >> Users >> Username

Remember to only click once! No double clicking! Once you drag and drop your first folder, you will notice a small menu will appear giving you the option to move or copy. Choose COPY each time you drag and drop.

If you're doing this to recover from a virus or malware infection, (or even if you're not), DO NOT copy executable files (.exe, .scr. etc...) if any of these files are infected you could be copying the corruption over to any new device/computer. Just copy documents, pictures, music, or videos.

YOU ARE DONE!!! Simply click Menu >> Mouse Over Shutdown >> Reboot/Turn Off Computer. Be sure to plug your USB Drive into another working windows machine to verify all data is there and transferred without corruption.
Congratulations!

 

[Jaymie1989]

Guess I need to format and reinstall now?

 

[Malnutrition]

Guess I need to format and reinstall now?

Have you gotten your important files? If so then there is another option.

• On a clean machine, please download FRST 64bit or FRST 32 bit and save it to a flash drive. Note: You need to run the version compatible with your system. Plug the flashdrive into the infected PC.
• If you are using Windows 8 consult How to use the Windows 8 System Recovery Environment Command Prompt to enter System Recovery Command prompt. If you are using Vista or Windows 7 enter System Recovery Options. To enter System Recovery Options from the Advanced Boot Options:
  • Restart the computer.
  • As soon as the BIOS is loaded begin tapping the F8 key until Advanced Boot Options appears.
  • Use the arrow keys to select the Repair your computer menu item.
  • Select US as the keyboard language settings, and then click Next.
  • Select the operating system you want to repair, and then click Next.
  • Select your user account an click Next.
  Note: In case you can not enter System Recovery Options by using F8 method, you can use Windows installation disc, or make a repair disc. Any Windows installation disc or a repair disc made on another computer can be used. To make a repair disk on Windows 7 consult: http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/2083-system-repair-disc-create.html To enter System Recovery Options by using Windows installation disc:
  
  • Insert the installation disc.
  • Restart your computer.
  • If prompted, press any key to start Windows from the installation disc. If your computer is not configured to start from a CD or DVD, check your BIOS settings.
  • Click Repair your computer.
  • Select US as the keyboard language settings, and then click Next.
  • Select the operating system you want to repair, and then click Next.
  • Select your user account and click Next.
  On the System Recovery Options menu you will get the following options: Startup Repair System Restore Windows Complete PC Restore Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool Command Prompt Select Command Prompt Once in the Command Prompt:
  
  • In the command window type in notepad and press Enter.
  • The notepad opens. Under File menu select Open.
  • Select "Computer" and find your flash drive letter and close the notepad.
  • In the command window type e:\frst (for x64 bit version type e:\frst64) and press Enter Note: Replace letter e with the drive letter of your flash drive.
  • The tool will start to run.
  • When the tool opens click Yes to disclaimer.
  • Press Scan button.
  • It will make a log (FRST.txt) on the flash drive. Please copy and paste it to your reply.

 

[TwitchisMental]

Any update on this issue?

 

[veeg]

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