I Think I Deleted System32

Anonymous
2020-04-14T12:58:07+00:00

I am using a HP Stream 14' laptop, and while trying to free up space, I highlighted most folders, and clicked delete. From there, airplane mofe was stuck to on, WiFi wouldnt turn on, I was getting an error for sound driver, and i restarted my PC and it took me into the Automatic Repair loop. From there, I couldn't use reset my PC, I have no backuos, StartUp check doesn't work either. I followed some tutorials and it said to run SFC, so I did that - Windows Resource Protection failed or something like that. I tried to use chkdsk /f but it said the type is ntsf and its write protected. I do not have access to another computer, but I do have a high-end smartphone with lots of memory to spare, and I also have a USB-C to USB adapter, so if theres anything I can download on android and plug into the computer, I think i can do that with my android smartphone. I just need help, please...

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Performance and system failures

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  2. Anonymous
    2020-04-17T11:29:44+00:00

    After I turned on legacy mode, I got this message

    No bootable device -- indert boot disk and press any key.

    I tried using f10 for the BIOS menu but it doesnt work anymore.

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  3. Anonymous
    2020-04-17T13:59:30+00:00

    Hi Kai,

    Got it, thanks. Now, let's do this instead. Plugin your USB install media drive (without any other devices plugin into the USB ports), turn on your PC & repeatedly press the ESC key > as soon as you see the "Startup Menu", press F9 > then choose USB to boot to your USB drive.

    In case you're able to get in & install Windows, you may revert the BIOS settings by repeatedly press the ESC key > as soon as you see the "Startup Menu", press F10 to enter the BIOS Setup. When in BIOS, navigate to "System Configuration > Boot Options" > ensure these settings updated. Reboot your PC, once done.

    • Legacy Support is Enabled

    • Secure Boot if Disabled

    I hope this helps. Let me know how you go. Thank you!

    Sincerely,

    Paul A.

    Independent Advisor

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  5. Anonymous
    2020-04-17T14:57:49+00:00

    Still got the no boot message. Also, I haven't yet run system diagnostics because I didn't know which one to run. I have two options for the tests, "Storage Tests" or "Memory Test". I get two options for "Storage Tests", Quick Check or Extensive Check. For now, I'm going to do the Quick Test, I'll update you when its complete.

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