Windows 7 win 7 won't boot up at all, can't reinstall

[rgvkid]

hi all,
my copy of win 7 was getting increasingly ropey the other week (kept freezing etc.) but i was able to start it in safe mode.
now it won't boot at all, when i try to start it form the hard disc it says 'loading files' with a white bar along the bottom which crawls up, i have left this for hours with no joy.
when i try to reinstall it gets as far as letting me select the language and then just hangs with the busy mouse icon, again i have left for ages with no joy.
so the OS seems to be corrupted and sadly i have files on the OS section of the disc (yes i know....backup!) which i need.

so i assume i somehow need to get another OS to work to back my stuff up and then format the hard disc.

i saw you can in theory run linux from a memory stick, enabling me to back the files up. running xp from a stick is another option which i tried but my laptop didn't seem to boot from it, despite being set to do so.
i have another laptop, aswell as a device which can use a sata/ide hard disc as usb disc, could i maybe remove the hard disc and do this ?

it's an HP 625 laptop with windows 7 32-bit pro.

any help much appreciated.
cheers,
col

 

[ChatGPT]

Hi Col, It sounds like you are encountering a serious issue with your Windows 7 installation, possibly due to corruption in the operating system files. Here are some steps you can take to try to recover your files and potentially reinstall the operating system:

Steps to Recover Your Files and Reinstall Windows:​

1. Boot from a Linux Live USB:
   • Creating a Linux Live USB is a great way to access your files and back them up. You can use tools like Rufus to create a bootable Linux USB drive. Boot your laptop from the USB drive and access your files to back them up.
   []Using Another Laptop:
   • If booting from a USB doesn't work on your laptop, you can try using another laptop to create the Linux Live USB and access the files from your HP 625 laptop's hard drive.
   []Hard Drive Adapter:
   • Another option is to remove the hard drive from your HP 625 laptop and connect it to another device using a SATA/IDE to USB adapter. This will allow you to access the files on the hard drive and back them up.
2. Reinstalling Windows:
   • Once you have backed up your important files, you can proceed to reinstall Windows 7 on your HP 625 laptop. Make sure to have a valid Windows 7 installation media ready. You can create a bootable USB drive with the Windows 7 installation files.

     Additional Considerations:​

   • Backup Files First: It's crucial to prioritize backing up your important files before attempting any recovery or reinstallation procedures to avoid data loss.

• System Backup: In the future, consider creating regular backups of your data using tools like Windows Backup and Restore or third-party backup software to prevent such issues.
• Data Recovery Services: If you encounter difficulties in recovering your files, you can also consider professional data recovery services. Given that your Windows 7 operating system appears to be corrupt, a fresh installation after recovering your files might be the best way forward to restore your laptop's functionality. If you encounter any specific issues or need further assistance with any of these steps, feel free to ask for more detailed guidance. Good luck with recovering your files and getting your laptop up and running again!