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Here’s a step-by-step guide to fixing common Windows installation problems using various metrics-based tools:
1. Basic Troubleshooting
- Check if your internet connection is stable and working.
- Ensure that all network cables are securely connected to the router.
- Run a basic system check by clicking on Start > Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Advanced options.
2. System File Checker (SFC)
- Open Command Prompt as an administrator:
+ Right-click on Start > Accessories > Command Prompt
+ Type cmd and press Enter to open the command line.
- Run the following command to check for corrupted system files:
sfc /scannow
3. Disk Cleanup
- Open File Explorer:
+ Press Win + E
+ Navigate to C:\Users\[Your Username]\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\SoftwareDistribution
- Run the following command to clean up unnecessary files:
disk Cleanup
4. Bootable Diagnostic Tool
- Download and install a bootable diagnostic tool, such as:
+ Microsoft Diagnostic Tool (MDT) for Windows 10/8/7
+ Microsoft System File Checker (SFC.exe)
+ CheckMKB (Microsoft Knowledge Base)
- Run the diagnostic tool to identify and fix system issues.
5. Performance Monitoring
- Open Performance Monitor (also known as Performance Tools):
+ Press Win + R, type perfmon.msc, and press Enter.
- View performance data by category or process:
System
Memory Usage
Disk Space Used
6. Resource Monitoring
- Open Task Manager:
+ Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager
- Monitor resource usage by process or program:
Processes
CPU Utilization
Memory Usage
Disk Space Used
7. Error Messages Analysis
- Analyze error messages to identify root causes:
+ Use Windows Event Viewer (Event Viewer) to view event logs.
+ Use System Error Reporting Tool (SERT) to analyze system errors.
Some common error messages and their possible solutions are:
- “System cannot find the file…” – Check for missing or corrupt system files.
- “The hard drive is damaged…”. – Run a disk check using System File Checker (SFC).
- “Windows cannot start…” – Ensure that all necessary drivers are installed and up-to-date.
8. Advanced Troubleshooting
- Use advanced troubleshooting tools, such as:
+ Microsoft Error Reporting Tool
+ Event Viewer logs
+ Performance Monitor
Some common advanced troubleshooting steps include:
- Restarting the system in safe mode
- Booting from a USB drive or external device with recovery settings enabled
- Reinstalling Windows using System Image Recovery (SIR) or System Restore
9. Advanced Repair Options
- Use advanced repair options, such as:
+ System File Checker (SFC)
+ Disk Cleanup
+ Performance Monitor
Some common advanced repair steps include:
- Running the System File Checker to scan for corrupted system files.
- Disabling unnecessary startup programs or services.
By following these metrics-based tools and techniques, you can identify and fix common Windows installation problems, improving overall system performance.