Windows 7: Is my registry damaged? Please help...

Hi all...

Thanks for the continuing help...

here is where I am at...

I think I need a repair install (based on the learned advice from above), but I have no win 7 disc as it was form an upgrade via the web.

How can I achieve the repair without one? Is it possible? Can I do it via the web again?



I really do not want to do a fresh install as I have mucho programs and info!!

I have read about each system repair option below and none seem to fix my problems...

• Startup Repair - my pc starts up fine already
  
• System Restore - tried that - no fix
  
• System Image Recovery - do not have an image
  
• Windows Memory Diagnostic - N/A
  
• Command Prompt - N/A

All help here greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Can anyone help with this (see above)?

Thanks...

Ok.. at this point you will need to obtain a copy of Windows 7 disc to do the repair install, or, reinstall the OS ...

Hi.

Is this really my only option? I have already paid for win 7 - can I do this via oem or win 7 download (as I have bought legit first)? I do not want to have to pay £100 to buy the disk?

Hi.

what if I pay for the upgrade again - will this fix as it installs - what data will it remove if any?

Do you have an install disc already?

no, no Windows 7 disc - can i not repair install from web upgrade (half the cost of official disc)?

Or download free from peer to peer - as I have product key?

You will want to do a startup repair unless you have a system image you can restore.

Since you have a product key, you can download and create a disk. Be careful about downloading from peer to peer. You do not want a hacked copy or one loaded with nasties. Your best bet would be to borrow a CD from a friend.