Windows 7 Please help: file system corruption but run check disk takes me to system restore and restore right

[wiviking]

When I start up my computer it shows
NTFS volume label Acer C
can't run due to error in recently installed software (I haven't installed any software in a long time, I have however gotten a new Targus High Speed SD/SDHC/MMC Card Reader/writer, which the software auto installed by windows) the only other thing that I did new around the same time that this started was use a USB flash drive)
use system restore feature
file system corruption

windows detected file system corruption on Acer C you must check the disk for errors before it can be restored.
I ran a checkl on the hard drive and it came out fine (no problems were found on device or disk, it is ready to use)
Then I tried system restore but it tells me I must run disk check so I run disk check again but everytime I try to restore it won't allow me to.

I have a backup/recovery disk that I made right after upgrading to windows 7 and I tried to do a recovery from that and nothing happens

 

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It seems like you're encountering issues with file system corruption on your computer, particularly on the NTFS volume labeled "Acer C." Here are some steps you can follow to troubleshoot and potentially resolve this problem: 1. Check Disk for Errors: - Since you've already run a disk check and it came out fine, we can try running it in a more thorough mode: - Open Command Prompt as an administrator. - Type the command chkdsk /f /r and press Enter. - This command will fix any detected errors and locate bad sectors on the disk. It may require a system restart to perform the check. 2. System Restore: - If System Restore is not working due to the disk check requirement, you can try the following: - Open Command Prompt as an administrator. - Run the command sfc /scannow to check for system file integrity. - Once the scan is complete, retry the System Restore process. 3. Recovery Disk Usage: - If the backup/recovery disk you created isn't initiating the recovery process, you may need to ensure that your computer is set to boot from the recovery disk. You can typically access the boot menu by pressing a key during startup (common keys include F2, F10, or Esc). - Enter the boot menu and select the option to boot from the recovery disk. - Follow the on-screen instructions to initiate the recovery process. 4. Additional Considerations: - New Hardware: If the issues started after installing new hardware (Targus High Speed SD/SDHC/MMC Card Reader/writer), you can try removing the hardware temporarily to see if the problem persists. - USB Flash Drive: If issues arose after using a USB flash drive, it might be worth running a virus scan on the drive to ensure it's not causing any problems. Try these steps and see if they help in resolving the file system corruption issue you are experiencing. If the problem persists, further diagnostics or professional help may be needed to resolve the issue. Let me know if you need additional assistance or if you encounter any specific errors during these steps.