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ExAm
February 13th, 2008, 12:07 PM
So, the other day I removed a trojan (msasno.dll - Don't bother googling it, it's no help) from my System32 folder with Avast. This morning, I started up my computer and was greeted by an error that said, "The system has encountered a serious error. Please tell Microsoft about this problem". I tried to send an error report, then it gave me an error saying that the "command could not be sent". I had my first BSOD two days ago, while converting a video for youtube. So, if it turns out I need to reformat this thing, how do I keep all my stuff, and just replace the OS, or is that possible? If not, I have most of my installers and stuff backed up in a folder.
CrAsHOvErRide
February 13th, 2008, 12:17 PM
You can repair the OS and keep the files...but that doesn't guarantee the full functionality afterwards. You need the Windows CD for that...try system restore first if you have a system restore point (actually...you shouldn't xD).
beele
February 13th, 2008, 12:17 PM
It is possible.

I did it once, you just insert your xp cd and install it without formatting your hard drive. It will move your old installation to a folder I think.

EDIT:

you might find something interesting over here http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/XPrepairinstall.htm


Remember all thing you do are at your own risk.
Llama Juice
February 13th, 2008, 12:23 PM
just back up your gear, format, and reinstall everything.

Takes time, but it clears out a lot of problems have occurred over time.
Emmzee
February 13th, 2008, 03:34 PM
If you remove a Trojan, she'll get pregnant.

Put it back :gonk:
CrAsHOvErRide
February 13th, 2008, 04:05 PM
If you remove a Trojan, she'll get pregnant.

Put it back :gonk:
/thread
Abdurahman
February 13th, 2008, 04:34 PM
If you remove a Trojan, she'll get pregnant.

Put it back :gonk:

EPIC
Verdugo
February 13th, 2008, 06:57 PM
If you remove a Trojan, she'll get pregnant.

Put it back :gonk:

You sir, are an EPIC WINNAR.
Syuusuke
February 13th, 2008, 07:20 PM
I hate reinstalling Windows with that method where they move all your files to one folder. I still have to reinstall most of those apps anyway.
ExAm
February 13th, 2008, 09:41 PM
If you remove a Trojan, she'll get pregnant.

Put it back :gonk:But I deleted it already! Oh shit, i don't want to get stuck with an e-baby! :gonk:
Abdurahman
February 14th, 2008, 09:49 AM
You killed it. :fail:
Jelly
February 14th, 2008, 09:55 AM
Download a Linux LiveCD such as the one provided by Ubuntu (http://http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download) and mount your hard drive within that. Then find the files you want to save and put them on an external hard drive or burn them to a disk if your computer has two optical drives.
jngrow
February 20th, 2008, 10:09 PM
By the way, I've got BSOD when converting lots of youtube in one session (not at same time, in a row.) Just thought I'd let you know.
ExAm
February 21st, 2008, 12:56 AM
Nice to know i'm not the only one.
Pyong Kawaguchi
February 21st, 2008, 11:57 AM
If you remove a Trojan, she'll get pregnant.

Put it back :gonk:
sigged
LlamaMaster
February 21st, 2008, 03:59 PM
If you remove a Trojan, she'll get pregnant.

Put it back :gonk:
Bastard, that was my joke. :smithicide:
(well, the general area of it)
Monopoly
February 21st, 2008, 04:56 PM
If you remove a Trojan, she'll get pregnant.

Put it back :gonk:

Who says it's a she :awesome:
Warsaw
February 21st, 2008, 10:00 PM
Because he can't get pregnant that way.