How to Start System Restore From DOS in Vista
The System Restore feature of the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system will restore the computer to an earlier point in time, known as a Restore Point. The Restore Point is a snapshot of programs and settings of the computer at the time the Restore Point is created. Restore Points are automatically created when applications or Windows Updates are installed. System Restore may be invoked from the DOS command prompt. This is useful if the computer will not boot up into Windows Vista.
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Instructions
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Power on the computer and during startup, before the Windows logo appears, press and hold the "F8" key to see additional boot options, including Safe Mode.
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Select the option to boot into "Safe Mode with Command Prompt." Press the "Enter" key.
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Type the following command at the DOS prompt: rstrui.exe
Press "Enter." The System Restore utility will launch.
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Click the Restore Point to use and click "Next." The most recently created Restore Point will be selected by default. If you would like to select an older Restore Point, click "Next" and select a point from the list of available Restore Points. Click "Next."
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Verify the System Restore point you selected is correct and click "Next." The System Restore utility will restore the system to the selected earlier point in time. When finished, the computer will reboot and a notification will appear telling the user the System Restore was successful or unsuccessful. If unsuccessful, rerun System Restore and select a different Restore Point.
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