restoring windows xp?

johnsastra16v · 21-07-2008, 18:08

Guys my laptop seems to be virus infested, so i need to ort this out. ive tried downloading adaware andpopup blockers etc, but no joy.

this has happedd before and i restored the computer using 'system restore' to retor it back to a previous day. but my computer will only allow me to restore till 2days ago when the computer was still foooked.

to top thngs all off, i cant find the backup disc i ceated whn i first bought the laptop.

is there aay i can restoremy laptop?

cheers

keithcdb · 21-07-2008, 18:29

F11 i think when its booting up.

Edit, that might just be vista

KillBill · 21-07-2008, 19:20

In that situation, I'd advise backing up your data to a USB memory stick or CD, and doing a format and reinstall. You could dick about for days trying to disinfect it, when its gone that far you just need to cut your losses.

Did it come with a restore disc, or even a Windows XP one?

johnsastra16v · 21-07-2008, 20:05

no dscs no, i jst had to create a backup disc on myfirst start up

ho do i do what you mention killbill?

Trevor · 21-07-2008, 22:41

Download 'Hijack this' and post the log file.

angryman · 24-07-2008, 14:03

John, I can sort you a legit XP pro disc and some other software i might have if you need ,but not until the weekend as i'm still on Holiday at the mo.Pm me if wanted

KillBill · 24-07-2008, 23:26

Angryman's kind offer will get you up and running mate, but if you need any advice or encounter problems with the reinstall, just post back here.
Come to think of it, do you have a spare PC you can post from, or is this your only one. Be a bit hard to post back here if the machine is fooked