About this tag
The bad config tag on WindowsForum.com covers issues related to incorrect or corrupted system configuration information that prevents Windows from booting. Common symptoms include the "Bad System Config Info" blue screen error on startup, often seen in Windows 8 and later versions. Users typically encounter this after no recent changes, making troubleshooting challenging. The tag also includes cases where hard drive failure is suspected, with users seeking to recover important data. Discussions focus on diagnostic steps like using command prompt tools, checking boot logs, and attempting system restore or refresh options. The content emphasizes recovery of personal files and resolving configuration errors without data loss.
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    Windows 7 Did My HDD Fail?

    COMPUTER SPECS. hp laptop, model g72-227wm Windows 7 Home Prem. OA Intel Pentium dual core T4500 (2.30 GHz) 3 GB memory, 320(?) GB HDD Intel GMA 4500M IMPORTANCE AND COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE This laptop is maybe 10+ years old. I'm a musician and use it exclusively for recording stripped-down...
    • ThisIsMyName1
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    • backup bad config blue screen computer knowledge data loss data recovery error message file security hdd laptop repair music production overheating registry startup repair surge protector system restore tech support windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)
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    Windows 8 Bad System Config Info on start up

    I am running Windows 8 on a Dell XBS 8500. There have been no recent changes to the PC. When trying to boot up the PC, I am receiving the message "Your PC ran into a problem and needs to restart". I very quickly see a message regarding the bad_system_config_info. If I run the refresh, I...
    • Kathy W
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    • backup bad config bsod chkdsk command prompt dell xbs error message logs pc boot error recovery options refresh safe mode startup system repair system restore troubleshooting windows 8
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support