Problem When you start your computer, a chkdsk scan is performed and it displays the message “Corrupt Master File Table”. Solution Try the following: Repair Disk Errors Fix the Master Boot Record
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Repair Disk Errors on Windows
This article assumes that C:\ is your main hard drive. If it is not, then change the drive letter used in this example. If already logged in to Windows Open the Command Prompt as an Administrator. In the Command Prompt, type “chkdsk /r C:” (without quotes) and press Enter. It will ask if you want to… Continue reading Repair Disk Errors on Windows
Create a limited Recovery Disc
For when you are unable to log on to the computer, the recovery disc is able to run Startup Repair, System Restore and other options such as run the command prompt. This disc will work for Windows XP, Vista and 7. To use it, download the iso file (see below), burn it to disc and… Continue reading Create a limited Recovery Disc
STOP 0x000000ED UNMOUNTABLE BOOT VOLUME
Problem When the computer starts it goes to a blue screen with the message “STOP 0x000000ED UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME”. Solution Boot from your Windows CD/DVD or Recovery Disc and go into the Command Prompt. Ask your manufacturer for advice on how to do this. Type “chkdsk /r C:” (without quotes) and press Enter. It may ask if you… Continue reading STOP 0x000000ED UNMOUNTABLE BOOT VOLUME
“Checking file system” appears on startup
Problem Every time you turn on your computer, a screen appears with the following message (or similar): “Checking file system on C: The type of the file system is NTFS. One of your disks needs to be checked for consistency. You may cancel the disk check, but it is strongly recommended that you continue.” Solution… Continue reading “Checking file system” appears on startup