Windows 10: Window 10 reverted back to Windows 8.1 on its own, lost all files and program

Discus and support Window 10 reverted back to Windows 8.1 on its own, lost all files and program in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; My Dell computer reverted back to Windows 8.1 and I lost all my documentation, pictures and programs. I went back to the upgrade site and reloaded... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by AlvinMedina1, Oct 16, 2019.

  1. ALVINMEDINA1
    AlvinMedina1 Win User

    Window 10 reverted back to Windows 8.1 on its own, lost all files and program


    My Dell computer reverted back to Windows 8.1 and I lost all my documentation, pictures and programs. I went back to the upgrade site and reloaded windows 10 but I have none of my file programs, documents and pictures. I need to know what can I do to get the old windows 10 to reload,

    :)
     
    AlvinMedina1, Oct 16, 2019
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  2. AHHZZ
    Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Oct 16, 2019
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  3. BLACKHAWK1
    BlackHawk1 Win User
    Windows 8 failure configuring updates and reverting

    I agree 8 is awful! It's not for me though... I replaced a broken screen in a Win 8 laptop that was given to me and I am going to give it for free to someone that can't afford one so they can do homework at home. Yes I took it from 8 to 8.1 back on 10/09/2014. This is what I posted there...

    "Great post! I found a similar one. I would like to point out that you may want to edit your OP...

    1. Step 1 should read to disable AUTOMATIC updates, not disable manual updates.

    2. KB2871398 should really read KB2871389

    I would like to say that KB2917499 may also be needed as it was in my case. I also had to run the Windows Update Troubleshooter after installing those 2 updates. After these steps I was able to begin my 8.1 download from the Microsoft store. I don't know if it made a difference or not, but I also went into the Bios and disabled "Secure Boot."

    It was a helpful post. Thanks!
     
    BlackHawk1, Oct 16, 2019
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  4. MONK.E83
    Monk.e83 Win User

    Window 10 reverted back to Windows 8.1 on its own, lost all files and program

    Unlocked Realtek HD Audio Drivers Windows 7 & 8 (With Dolby Digital Live and DTS Interactive)

    DTS supported natively by Windows 8/8.1 and it should work on windows 10 too just DDL require to unlock your driver .
     
    Monk.e83, Oct 16, 2019
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