How to Use a Windows Installer Disc to Back Up Your Files When Your Computer Won’t Boot
If Windows won’t boot, recovering your files can be a headache. You do not have to pull the hard drive or use a Linux live CD – you can use a Windows installer disc to quickly back up your files. We have included steps for both Windows 8 and Windows 7 here – the process is basically the same on each. You can use a Windows 7 disc to back up files from a Windows 8 system or vice versa. Boot From a Windows Installer Disc First, insert a Windows installer disc (or a USB drive with the Windows installer on it ) into your computer and restart your computer. If everything is working properly, you will see a “Press any key to boot from CD or DVD” message. Press a key to enter the installer. If you do not see this screen, you may need to change the boot settings in your computer’s BIOS . Click the Next option and select Repair Your Computer. You will see this option at the bottom-left corner of the window, whether y...
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