System Protection will not turn on

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    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
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       #11

    Glad to, but would you mind clarifying?

    I would love to fix this thing the easiest way possible, but if it requires me reformatting the HDD and starting all over I have no problem putting in the time. In the end I just want it right. Currently the HTPC is running fine, but System Restore is not working. I could leave it this as-is, but want things working correctly in the event I need system restore at some point.

    BTW- Scan Disk complete. No change. "System Protection is turned off".
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  2. Posts : 1,808
    Windows 7 64b Ultimate
       #12

    Some tuts to read on the subject:

    Repair Install[2]=General%20Tips

    Clean Install Windows 7

    This might go a bit far but good to understand the consequences of a later update of SP1
    Slipstream Windows 7 SP1 into a Installation DVD or ISO File
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  3. Posts : 169
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
    Thread Starter
       #13

    MvdB said:
    Some tuts to read on the subject:

    Repair Install[2]=General%20Tips

    Clean Install Windows 7

    This might go a bit far but good to understand the consequences of a later update of SP1
    Slipstream Windows 7 SP1 into a Installation DVD or ISO File
    So, if I am not afraid of the work would you recommend a full clean reinstall?

    WRT imaging the hdd. I have used 3rd party disc imaging software. Never used the Win 7 backup software(not system restore). Does this work the same way? Should I even consider this as an easier way to get things running again?
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  4. Posts : 1,808
    Windows 7 64b Ultimate
       #14

    If you have third party stuff that provides (lets you save) full disc images (on an external HDD for example) AND makes you create a separate boot cd to use when you need to boot and restore a system... then that is ok.

    The trouble is... a lot of people use these tools, make images of their C:... but never keep correct and up to date boot disks to actually use it to repair/re-install.

    If you (also) have data backups and original install discs for the software you use.. I'd opt for a clean install. I'd only use the image from that third party tool IF it comes with a boot cd AND you are sure it is of a date from before these problems.
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  5. Posts : 169
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
    Thread Starter
       #15

    Understood
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  6.    #16

    Tips for getting a perfect clean reinstall of factory OEM, based on hundreds done here: Reinstalling Windows 7
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  7. Posts : 169
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
    Thread Starter
       #17

    I was short on time yesterday so I tried the repair install. I uninstalled the SP1 then performed the repair install. System restore works again !

    Strange thing though. While performing the repair the computer stated this was not a genuine copy of Win 7. Which it was. Later during the activation it said it caught a Vista activation exploit which this pc never had Vista. After retyping the key again it was accepted. Pretty strange.

    I may still go back and do a total reinstall, but for now the wife is happy. :)

    Thanks for the help as always.
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