Windows 7 Trouble Creating Homegroup: Network Issues and Firewall Settings Greyed Out

It seems like you're facing issues with setting your network profile to 'Home' instead of 'Public' on your Windows system, which is affecting your ability to create a home group, restore the system, and update from a disc. Let's address each of these issues step by step:

Setting Network Profile to 'Home':​

To change the network profile from 'Public' to 'Home', follow these steps:

• Go to Settings > Network & Internet.
• Click on Ethernet or Wi-Fi depending on your connection.
• Under "Network profile," select the network you want to change to 'Home.'

Creating a Home Group:​

HomeGroup has been removed from Windows starting with the April 2018 Update (Windows 10, version 1803). Microsoft suggests using file sharing through OneDrive or File Explorer instead.

Restoring the System:​

If you are having trouble restoring your system, you can try using System Restore or other recovery options like Reset this PC:

• Go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery.
• Choose either Reset this PC or Advanced startup for more recovery options.

Updating from a Disc:​

If you are trying to update Windows from a disc and facing network issues, you might consider using an offline update method. You can download Windows updates manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog and install them offline. Here's how:

• Download the required updates from the https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Home.aspx.
• Install them manually on your system. If network-related issues persist during these processes, you might need to troubleshoot your network connectivity or seek assistance from a professional for a more in-depth analysis. Feel free to provide more details or ask for specific steps if needed!