Windows 10: I am unable to reset my PC to factory setings

Discus and support I am unable to reset my PC to factory setings in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; I have been trying to reset my PC to factory settings but it always goes back to the start screen when you start it in safe mode. I have tried the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by James898, Apr 2, 2020.

  1. James898 Win User

    I am unable to reset my PC to factory setings


    I have been trying to reset my PC to factory settings but it always goes back to the start screen when you start it in safe mode. I have tried the various options available when resetting my PC but none of them are working.

    :)
     
    James898, Apr 2, 2020
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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, Apr 2, 2020
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  3. factory reset will wipe the data in PC?

    Hello,

    I realize that you are trying to perform a factory reset to the computer. We will help you.

    • How are you trying to perform a factory reset in your computer?
    • What issue are you facing to perform a factory reset?
    I suggest you to perform a recovery with keep my files in Windows 10.

    Recovery options in Windows 10.

    Keep my files

    What it does


    • Reinstalls Windows 10 and keeps your personal files.

    • Removes apps and drivers you installed.

    • Removes changes you made to settings.

    • Removes any apps your PC manufacturer installed. (If your PC came with Windows 10, apps from your PC manufacturer will be reinstalled.)

    Refer:
    Recovery options in Windows 10


    To Reset you’re PC,

    * On your login screen, hold Shift button,
    then right click on Power button and select
    Restart

    * Select Troubleshoot> Reset this PC > Keep my files.

    Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are glad to assist you.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Apr 2, 2020
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  4. I am unable to reset my PC to factory setings

    SURFACE PRO 3 RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULTS PROBLEM

    The camera caused a system freeze every time it was activated so I thought why not restore.

    • I attempted to reset my Surface Pro 3 to Factory defaults.
    • The Surface Pro made it to 1% then crashed.
    • Now it is in a reboot loop.

    I have tried several times and now it gives an "Unable to reset your PC. A required drive partition is missing" error.

    Do you have any suggestions on how to make it work again?
     
    ScottPlatt1, Apr 2, 2020
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