The System Restore tool can be accessed through the Start menu in Windows 7. If you can’t successfully boot into Windows, however, you can still access System Restore — and other repair options — by pressing F8 when starting the computer.

How do I open System Restore?

Use System Restore

  1. Select the Start button, then type control panel in the search box next to the Start button on the taskbar and select Control Panel (Desktop app) from the results.
  2. Search Control Panel for Recovery, and select Recovery > Open System Restore > Next.

How do I open System Restore from command prompt?

How to Start System Restore From the Command Prompt

  1. Open Command Prompt, if it’s not already open.
  2. Type the following command in the text box or Command Prompt window: rstrui.exe.
  3. The System Restore wizard will open immediately.

How do I restore my Windows Vista computer to factory settings?

You can turn on or off the restore utility of any Windows Vista systems by following these steps: Click on System Restore Click on “ open System Protection “ If you can’t start Windows Vista properly, you can boot into Safe Mode and restore your computer to a previously working state.

What is System Restore in Windows Vista?

Windows Vista System Restore Guide System Restore is a system recovery feature of Windows that creates snapshots, or restore points, of the state of your computer at various intervals or before you perform a certain task.

How do I create a restore point for Windows Vista?

You can create a restore point for Windows Vista using this set of instructions: Go to Start Click on All Programs Find the Accessories folder Go to System Tools Click on System Restore At the Restore system files and settings, click on “open System Protection“.

How do I use System Restore when I can’t start my computer?

The first step to using System Restore when you can’t start your computer is to start the Windows Recovery Environment from the Windows Vista DVD. To start the Windows Recovery Environment you need to insert the Vista DVD into your DVD drive and turn your computer on.