Windows 10: Windows 10 pc not factory resetting

Discus and support Windows 10 pc not factory resetting in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; I went to factory reset my pc and i selected delete all files to completely remove everything and its been stuck saying “ preparing to reset this PC.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by Ace Raven, May 28, 2020.

  1. Ace Raven Win User

    Windows 10 pc not factory resetting


    I went to factory reset my pc and i selected delete all files to completely remove everything and its been stuck saying “ preparing to reset this PC. It will restart automatically. 100%” For about 2 hours now as of this posting. Can anyone help me.

    :)
     
    Ace Raven, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 2020
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  4. Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 pc not factory resetting

    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, May 28, 2020
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