Original post : Restore To Factory Settings - Guide for Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10.
Do not press R. You don't need access to Recovery Console, but the Repair Install.
C:\Windows "Microsoft Windows XP Professional"
To repair the selected Windows XP installation, press R.
To continue installing a fresh copy of Windows XP without repairing, press ESC.
%systemroot%\system32\restore\rstrui.exe
Reinstalling Windows XP will delete all personal files. Use Easy Recovery Essentials to backup your files before you proceed.
System Restore will not work if it has been turned off!
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Reinstalling Windows Vista will delete all personal files. Use Easy Recovery Essentials to backup your files before you proceed.
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This procedure erases everything on your computer. Backup your files before you continue! Use the Browse/Backup Files feature from Easy Recovery Essentials to backup your files. It works even if you can't boot into Windows.
A "reset" of Windows 8 removes all personal files from your computer.
A "reset" of Windows 10 removes all personal files from your computer.
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