I have a virus and unable to run/download anti-virus software


  1. Posts : 1
    Windows 7
       #1

    I have a virus and unable to run/download anti-virus software


    Hi,

    This is my first time posting to the forum. I am not that knowledgeable with computers, but can follow basic instructions.

    My laptop is acting funny--I think I have a virus. However, I am unable to run any anti-malware or anti-virus software. I try to run McAfee and I get an error immediately, "an unexpected problem occurred during your scan". I also tried to run Malwarebytes and though the quick scan found nothing, the full scan froze shortly after I started it. I tried to download AGV and MyTurboPC and my computer froze before completing the downloads.

    Any advice would be much appreciated! Thank you in advance!

    Katie
      My Computer


  2. Posts : 6,830
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-Bit & Windows 7 Ultimate 64-Bit
       #2

       Warning
    You will need a USB FLASH DRIVE


       Tip
    Download the Tool from a non infected PC


    Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

    Choose one that goes with your OS bit version . Save the file to a USB Flash drive

    32-bit Version OS Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

    64-Bit Version OS Farbar Recovery Scan Tool x64


       Note
    Click the button and right-click Computer .Select Properties . Look for System Type: which will say 32-bit Operating System or 64-bit Operating System


    Plug the flash drive into the infected PC.

    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 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.

    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

    In the command window type X:\FRST.exe (for x64 bit version type X:\FRST64.exe) and press Enter

       Note
    Replace letter X with the drive letter of your flash drive.


       Tip
    Type the commands below to see what your letter is for the USB drive and press ENTER after each command


    Code:
    Diskpart
    List volume
    The tool will start to run.
    When the tool opens click Yes to disclaimer.
    Press Scan button.
    FRST will let you know when the scan is complete and has written the FRST.txt to file
    Please copy and paste both logs in your reply.(FRST.txt and Addition.txt)

       Note
    FRST.txt and Addition.txt files will be inside the root of the USB Flash Drive
      My Computer


  3. Posts : 6,830
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-Bit & Windows 7 Ultimate 64-Bit
       #3

    katie89

    Stay away from MyTurboPC .
      My Computer


 

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