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How to Reset Windows 7 - Restore Factory Settings for Computers Running

Learn how to reset Windows 7 - Restore Factory Settings for Computers Running with clear steps, practical tips, and key considerations for completing the task.

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This guide explains how to reset Windows 7 - Restore Factory Settings for Computers Running, with clear steps, practical tips, and important checks before you begin.

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Step 1: Click Start and then select Open Control Panel

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Step 2 : In the Control Panel window, select Backup and Restore

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Step 3: Choose Recover system settings or your computer

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Step 4 : Select Advanced recovery methods

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Step 5: In this window we will have 2 options:

  • Use a system image you created earlier to recover your computer : Restore your computer using the backup file you created earlier. We can use this method to restore windows from a hidden recovery partition (if available).
  • Reinstall Windows : Reinstall Windows , of course you must have windows installation disk or usb to install windows. If the above method does not work, you only have to reinstall the windows.

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Step 6 : Next we choose Skip

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Finally, click the Restart button to restart your computer and begin the factory reset process.

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Note: After restarting the computer if you see the message as shown below, your computer has no hidden recovery area, if this is the case, you can only reinstall Windows.

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