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Resolved Locked Drive

Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by blocka, 2009/12/30.

  1. 2009/12/30
    blocka

    blocka Inactive Thread Starter

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    Hi, i have been trying to fix locked files and read only problems in windows 7 and have somehow locked myself out of the C drive. When i click on the drive i get the message "location is not available , C\is not accessible, access is denied ". When i right click on properties, security,continue , i get - "cant open access control editor. access is denied ". When i right click properties, sharing, adv. settings i get 'your administrator has blocked you from running this program ". I am still able to run programs which have icons on the desk top. I am unable to restore in normal or safe mode. hope someone can help . Thanks
     
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  2. 2009/12/31
    Arie

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    Do a system restore to a time before you started mucking about....
     
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    blocka

    blocka Inactive Thread Starter

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    unable to do a system restore. i get a message 'network error - windows cannot access C:\windows\system32\rstrui.exe'
     
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    Arie

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    Well, seems you have really messed things up. Bite the bullet, format & reinstall.
     
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    blocka

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    are you able to assist in the steps to 'format & reinstall ' or direct me to a website showing the procedure. thanks .
     
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    PeteC

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    Start here .....

    Windows 7 - System Recovery Options

    If you have a retail install DVD - OEM may be the same - boot from it making a Custom instal and delete the existing C:\ partition and recreate.
     
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    blocka

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    thanks, much appreciated.
     
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    PeteC

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    Good luck - hope you don't need it :)
     
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