I've been waiting for over 13 hours for the computer to finish restoring the registry ( also files). I think the computer is infected. It's a laptop, windows vista home premium. Also could a just shut down the laptop ? If a do will the restoring process start all over or will I be able to log on and undo the restore. I went on microsoft, but I'm pretty sure it didn't address this problem. Please help!!!! Also could someone post a website where they found it? Thanks!!
There is also one game downloaded on the laptop.
You might be in deep dung and lost a lot. 13 hours means it locked up. To turn off the laptop, if it is frozen, hold down the power button for about 5-10 seconds.
It is not recommended usually, but after 13 hrs, you kind of have no choice.
You have a few options from there. It's hard to say what to do without the computer in front of me, but I would try restoring again since you already started. If it happens one more time, you might need to take it somewhere.
I think Matt is right. Sounds bad.
I went through this in late March, and my son-in-law and I tried everything we knew, including using the recovery disk (which didn't work). I even tried to get to the C:\ prompt to run the Fdisk command, but I couldn't even do that.
Do you have a recovery disk? (I don't mean using the restore function already in Windows.) If so, the information in here may help -- no guarantees, though!
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-vista/what-are-the-system-recovery-options-in-windows-vista
(I ended up getting a new laptop, with all the joys and frustrations involved -- including favorite programs and one printer that are incompatible with Windows 7.)
Thanks
You're welcome -- and good luck!
It seems like you're facing difficulties with your computer's registry restoration process. Here are a few steps you can take to address the issue:
1. First, check if your computer is actually infected by running an antivirus scan. Use an up-to-date antivirus software to scan your entire system for any malicious files or programs.
2. If you suspect a malware infection, it's best to disconnect your computer from the internet to prevent any further damage or data loss.
3. If the restoration process has been going on for over 13 hours without any progress, it's possible that it's stuck or encountering an error. In such cases, it's generally safe to shut down your computer manually. Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. However, keep in mind that this abrupt shutdown may cause some data loss or unexpected behavior.
4. After shutting down, boot up your laptop again. It should try to proceed with the restoration process from where it left off. If it still encounters the same issue, it might be necessary to interrupt the process and take further action.
5. To undo the registry restoration, you can try booting your laptop into "Safe Mode" by repeatedly pressing the F8 key during startup. From there, you can use the Windows System Restore tool to revert the system back to an earlier state before the restoration process.
It's challenging to provide a specific website where you can find information on this issue since troubleshooting steps can vary depending on the exact problem and its underlying cause. However, useful resources for troubleshooting Windows Vista Home Premium can include the Microsoft Support website, technology forums, and tutorials or guides from reputable technology websites.
Remember to always exercise caution when following instructions from online sources and double-check the credibility of the information provided.