Windows 10: Can I keep only some certain files when I reset my PC?

Discus and support Can I keep only some certain files when I reset my PC? in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I only want to keep a music folder and some photo folders.Other than that, I am okay with wiping out everythingIs this possible?... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by hooveh11, Mar 2, 2023.

  1. hooveh11 Win User

    Can I keep only some certain files when I reset my PC?


    I only want to keep a music folder and some photo folders.Other than that, I am okay with wiping out everythingIs this possible?

    :)
     
    hooveh11, Mar 2, 2023
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  2. IggSter Win User

    How to factory reset Cisco 1700 Router

    Hopefully I can help you here....its a very common thing to happen.


    First, I take it you dont know the passwords for console access or telnet/ssh?

    I will assume that these devices belong to you.

    step 1. Plug a cisco console cable into a serial port on your pc
    step 2. Plug other end into Cisco console port
    step 3. Using hyperterm or putty or similar connect to the serial port
    step 4. boot router, and make sure you clearly can see the output (this confirms you have good serial comms)
    step 5. if this fails, adjust the comm port settings (9600, 8,1,n are the default)
    step 6. now you have to do the only hard part...send the break command:

    Break command list: Break Commands

    Go down the list and match your OS and SW and try the sequence suggested.

    If this fails several times do what I do: Install putty (free) and then to send a break so you can get into rommom just hit "ctrl-a b".
     
    IggSter, Mar 2, 2023
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  3. Clark Ari Win User
    Factory reset, but choose certain files to keep?

    Hi,

    Restoring your PC to its factory settings will reinstall the version of Windows that your PC came with. Here are the following things that factory reset will remove:

    • Removes apps and drivers you installed.
    • Removes changes you made to settings.
    • Reinstall any apps your PC manufacturer installed on your PC.

    Before doing a factory reset, we recommend that you optimize your computer's performance first. We recommend that you follow the steps provided in this article:

    Tips to improve PC performance in Windows 10.


    Another way to improve the performance of your PC while keeping your files and installed application is to perform an in-place or repair upgrade on your system. To do this, we recommend that you follow the steps provided in this article:
    How to: Perform a Repair Upgrade Using the Windows 10 ISO file.


    Feel free to post back if you have further questions.
     
    Clark Ari, Mar 2, 2023
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  4. Can I keep only some certain files when I reset my PC?

    Unable to reset the pc

    Hello,

    If you are having that message while trying to reset your computer, We suggest you to create an installation media for Windows 10 using Media
    Creation Tool
    and perform a Reset.

    Once the installation media is created, follow the steps below:

    • Insert the installation media you created, and then restart your PC.
    • On the Install Windows screen, select Repair your computer.
    • On the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot. From there, you can use Safe Mode. Select
      Advanced Options >Reset This PC>Remove everything.
    • After the reset is complete, check for status.

    Give us an update on what happens.
     
    Anthony Cato, Mar 2, 2023
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