system file checker

Are you dealing with buggy Windows features or spontaneous system crashes? Before diving headfirst into daunting system reinstalls, the System File Checker (SFC) tool may just come to your rescue. This time-tested utility built into Windows allows you to scan and repair corrupted or missing...

As the leaves turn and October ushers in cooler weather, Microsoft has been busy at work rolling out significant updates for Windows 11. Users of the 24H2 version are now greeted with KB5044384, a non-security preview update that promises to patch a variety of bugs and improve the overall...

In the realm of operating system updates, especially one as anticipated as Windows 11's latest 24H2 update, excitement can swiftly morph into regret. Microsoft has rolled out this major update for 2024, and while it comes with promises of improved performance and smoother functionalities, early...

As Windows enthusiasts and users, we often find ourselves on the frontlines of updates, eager to embrace new features and enhancements from Microsoft. However, the latest official release, the Windows 11 2024 (also known as the 24H2 update), is drawing mixed feedback—not all of it favorable. In...

In a recent turn of events, Microsoft has opened up about a significant issue plaguing users of Windows 11 24H2 related to the System File Checker (SFC) tool. This revelation arrived just in time as the company gears up for its next round of updates due to roll out in mid-November. For users...

In the sprawling digital landscape of Windows 11, where updates roll out like spring flowers, Microsoft has recently acknowledged a particularly pesky bug affecting users after the 24H2 upgrade. Specifically, the System File Checker (SFC) tool, a vital utility that helps restore corrupted system...

The latest update to Windows 11, dubbed the 24H2 update, is hitting users with an annoying glitch that seems to keep popping up like a bad penny. This time, it's impacting the beloved System File Checker (SFC) tool, which has long been a trusty sidekick for users in need of diagnosing and...

SFC Bug Detected in Windows 11 24H2 Update: What You Need to Know Windows 11, with its sleek design and user-friendly features, has always been a topic of interest among tech enthusiasts and everyday users alike. However, the recent 24H2 update has introduced a rather pesky bug related to the...

In the ever-unfolding saga of Windows 11's journey, the latest update, dubbed 24H2, brings with it an unexpected guest—a rather pesky bug that has made many users question the integrity of their systems. Specifically, the issue stems from the System File Checker (SFC) tool, which, when invoked...

In a baffling twist of fate for Windows 11 users, the latest 24H2 update has introduced a bug that triggers the System File Checker (sfc /scannow) command to report corrupt files every single time it’s executed. What’s more perplexing is that despite these false flags, everything appears to be...

Encountering a black screen after logging into Windows 11 can be a frustrating and alarming experience for users. This issue can arise from various causes, including problems with system files, graphics drivers, or conflicts with Windows features. Thankfully, many of these problems can be...

Adding the SFC (System File Checker) /SCANNOW command to the context menu in Windows 11 can significantly simplify troubleshooting processes for many users. It allows for quick access to this vital tool without the need to launch PowerShell or Command Prompt separately. This guide will cover how...

Recently I ran into a BSOD loop which made me restart my computer many many times by hand because sometimes my computer froze instead of showing BSOD, now after I managed to fix it my computer is REALLY REALLY slow, tried so many things chkdsk /f sfc /scannow removed hiberfil.sys (to clear...

I am attempting to install TurboTax2021 on my Dell XPS8900 SSD drive. I first tried to install from the CD and then from the downloaded software which TurboTax suggested I download, and both times I get a message saying "The installer has encountered an unexpected error installing this package...

I recently did two updates (Windows update [manually – I am Windows 8.1] and MS Office 365 update [automatically via ‘Update Now’ within MS Office settings]) that created a host of problems including: -- Office hanging/”Not Responding” -- Office not recognizing printers (despite the fact all...

At this time, my PC W10Pro). I decided to run system file checker and came up with this result: Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them. For online repairs, details are included in the CBS log file located at windir\logs\CBS\CBS.log. For example...

My W10 Pro PC is running good at the moment. I decided to run system file checker, and got these results: Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them. For online repairs, details are included in the CBS log file located at windir\logs\CBS\CBS.log. For...

Crash date: Sun Dec 9 18:32:22.186 2018 (UTC + 5:00) Stop error code: 0xF4_smss.exe CRITICAL_OBJECT_TERMINATION Process name: smss.exe Probably caused by: Unknown_Image "SFC /Scannow" - without any problems. Please help me. see att: minidumps, and logs, config, etc.. at zip-file

I reinstalled my windows from a Recovery Cd, and i ran sfc /scannow But it fails and i am worried something is wrong with my windows, It says "Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them Details are included in the CBS.Log windir/Logs/CBS/CBS.log. For...

It seems to me that the well known command sfc /scannow ..... appends all logmessages to a possibly already existing CBS.LOG file rather than create a new logfile. Is this correct? So if I want to have a fresh logfile just with the results from the last sfc run I have to manually delete the...