How to Fix the System Restore in Windows XP
System Restore, a system tool included with Windows XP and other Windows operating systems, allows users to roll their systems back to a selected date and time. As long as System Restore is enabled, Windows XP will automatically create restore points every 24 hours.
If System Restore is disabled or corrupted, not only will Windows XP no longer create restore points, but you will not be able to use System Restore at all to revert your settings to a selected restore point. If System Restore is not working, you may need to reconfigure your system settings or reinstall the feature.
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Instructions
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Turn On System Restore
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Click "Start" from the taskbar, then click "Control Panel." Double-click "System Properties."
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Click the "System Restore" tab. Uncheck "Turn off System Restore."
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Click "Apply," then click "OK" to re-enable System Restore.
Reinstall System Restore
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Right-click "Start," then click "Explore." Select "Tools" from the main menu and then click "Folder Options."
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Select the "View" tab, then select the "Show hidden files and folders" option. Uncheck "Hide extensions for known file types."
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Click "OK." Navigate to the Windows directory. Scroll through the list of files until you locate "sr.inf."
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Right-click "sr.inf," then click "Install." If prompted for a source path, select the "ServicePackFiles" folder, located within the Windows directory. Windows will now reinstall System Restore.
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Restart your computer after installation is complete.
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Tips & Warnings
Reinstalling System Restore will erase any existing restore points.
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