Author Topic: missing/corrupt file (Read 3453 times)

guestolo · « **Reply #20 on:** February 02, 2011, 01:42:14 AM »

Run only the "Self Diagnostic" test
ensure to "Scan the entire disk surface" when prompted

rinoscar · « **Reply #21 on:** February 03, 2011, 06:42:24 PM »

Hi guestsolo,

I haven't done the test yet because when I boot with the cd it goes to the agreement page and from there I nees to press Y or N or ESC, but my keyboard does not work when I am there and I do not have a wire keyboard.

So I need to find someone who's got one!!

rinoscar · « **Reply #22 on:** February 11, 2011, 09:32:59 AM »

Hello guestsolo, all is good with you?

I managed to get a wiredkeyboard, but still nothing. The cd boots to the HUTIL agreement page were I need to accept their terms by pressing on Y, but it don't work!

In the meantime the problem is getting worst, I need to restart my pc about 5 times now before it actually loads.

guestolo · « **Reply #23 on:** February 13, 2011, 09:17:02 PM »

I am guessing that the harddrive is failing, just for safe measures, you should backup any important files/folders
Can you try the following, download Seatools for Windows diagnostic tool
from this direct link
http://www.seagate.com/staticfiles/support/seatools/SeaToolsforWindowsSetup-1204.exe

It's a diagnostic tools for Seagate and Maxtor drives, but shoud work with Samsung also
Run the installer, then from the desktop run Seatools for Windows

After scanning for your drive click "I Accept"
Put a tick next to your drive, then under "Basic Tests" select 'SMART Check'
Let the check finish, let me know if it passes or fails

Next, again select your Drive then "Basic Tests" select 'Long Drive Self Test'
This test can take some time, let me know if it passes the test

rinoscar · « **Reply #24 on:** February 14, 2011, 08:37:06 PM »

Smart check passed!

rinoscar · « **Reply #25 on:** February 14, 2011, 09:01:59 PM »

long self test...FAILED

guestolo · « **Reply #26 on:** February 14, 2011, 10:20:15 PM »

Again, ensure you backup any personal files/folders to external drive

Since you know how to download and burn an Image file
Download and save SeaTools for DOS ISO Image
to desktop from the following location
http://www.seagate.com/ww/v/index.jsp?locale=en-US&name=seatooldreg&vgnextoid=480bd20cacdec010VgnVCM100000dd04090aRCRD
Burn the Image file to an empty CD-RW or CD-R, or whatever, your option
\Boot from the ISO file and run again the long DST test from dos
when done, FIX all problems

Let me know if that is any help, if you can't get it to run, think about getting a new harddrive

rinoscar · « **Reply #27 on:** February 15, 2011, 06:43:42 AM »

Hey bud!

I have never backed up any files before. I am thinking it is pretty easy, just copy those files onto a USB key?

Also, with mozilla is there a way to export all my bookmarks to the USB key? Or do I have to write them dowm one by one.

Thanks

rinoscar · « **Reply #28 on:** February 16, 2011, 06:40:53 AM »

ARGGHH.....won't run, same problem with the HUTIL, boots to the agreement page and can't accept it to continue.

So I am left with buying a new drive, or should I simply buy a new computer??? that is the question.

guestolo · « **Reply #29 on:** February 16, 2011, 07:44:56 PM »

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boots to the agreement page and can't accept it to continue.

That sounds more like your having a problem with you keyboard, choosing OK or Enter, is that the problem?
Can you do anything with your keyboard in DOS?

Yes, you can simply copy/paste file/folders to a USB drive if needed
To export bookmarks in Firefox, click on BOOKMARKS>>ORGANIZE BOOKMARKS>>Import and BACKUP drop down menu>>Export HTML
Choose the download location of external thumbdrive

rinoscar · « **Reply #30 on:** February 17, 2011, 06:35:22 AM »

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That sounds more like your having a problem with you keyboard, choosing OK or Enter, is that the problem?
Can you do anything with your keyboard in DOS?[/quote]

Correct, that is the problem. That was also the same problem with the HUTIL. The only thing I could do in DOS was to violently beat the crap out of my keyboard

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I thought because it was a DOS program my wireless keyboard could not function. I managed to find a wired keyboard but with that too nothing worked.

guestolo · « **Reply #31 on:** February 17, 2011, 08:31:56 PM »

I usually like to try a PS2 keyboard, the connection has a purple end
Are you using a USB keyboard?
If so, you may have to ensure it's enabled in BIOS, not tough, but easier just making sure to use PS2

Are you sure you can't try another keyboard?
Can you try your keyboard in normal windows, see if it works then?

rinoscar · « **Reply #32 on:** February 17, 2011, 10:00:55 PM »

Yes it is a USB keyboard. Microsoft natural wireless ergonomic keyboard 7000.

I did bring a keyboard from work, wired but still usb. I very much doubt that I can find a PS2. I don't know anybody who's got a playstation2 anymore!!!!Just kidding.

Is there a way to see if me keyboard is bios enabled. I went to control panel >>printer, other hardware>>>keyboard, but there was nothing there to tell me about the bios.

My keyboard works fine in normal windows. I have been typing these posts to you from my pc. I haven't shutdown my computer since that day when I had to restart 5+ times. When I am done using it I put it in hibernate mode.

guestolo · « **Reply #33 on:** February 17, 2011, 10:45:02 PM »

You may have to enter the BIOS and enable support for USB keyboard
This may be a problem, as you may need a keyboard with PS/2 connection, as you may not be able to enter bios with the USB keyboard
If you can get into the BIOS, this is the instructions

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# To change the computer's Legacy USB BIOS setting, restart your computer.

# Just as your computer is booting, look on the screen for some text that says something similar to Press X to Enter Startup, where X is generally the F2 key or the DEL key.

# If you do not see this message, try pressing the F2 and DEL keys over and over right after restarting your computer.

# After pressing those keys, you should be taken into your computer's BIOS settings.

# If Windows starts and you do not see your BIOS settings, you will need to press a different set of keys to enter your BIOS. Click here for a list of other BIOS keys.

# Once in the BIOS, look for a setting in your computer's BIOS called "Legacy USB Support" or "Legacy Keyboard Device." Turn this ON. This will make your keyboard work outside of Windows.

# After making the change, save your settings and exit. This is generally done by pressing the 'ESC' key and then pressing 'Y' to save the settings.

If you can't access bios, which I have my doubts
If you can get your hands on a PS/2 keyboard temporarily, they are still readily available, you only need one for a few minutes, you can change the setting and then continue to use your USB keyboard

rinoscar · « **Reply #34 on:** February 21, 2011, 06:56:17 PM »

Hot dog she's working!!!! In dos with my USB legacy enabled...fired up the seatool and long test is currently running.

rinoscar · « **Reply #35 on:** February 21, 2011, 08:03:40 PM »

long test failed, said to contact manufacture for help

I am going to run the HUTIL and see what happens with that.

rinoscar · « **Reply #36 on:** February 23, 2011, 06:25:44 AM »

Ran the HUTIL test,

Agreed to the terms>>>went to the test scan test, then another popup appeared; "test loop", with the #1 under it, I pushed enter and all it did was reboot and return me to the agreement page.

guestolo · « **Reply #37 on:** February 24, 2011, 01:44:09 AM »

No sense prolonging it, ensure to back up all important files/folders
Obviously you can't backup a program, only it's data base,etc...

I suspect you have a 40gb IDE drive, you can easily replace it with something bigger in size for a
fairly reasonable price, do you have backup discs?

rinoscar · « **Reply #38 on:** February 24, 2011, 06:44:04 AM »

So Doc, give it to me straight. she ain't gonna make it! The wounds are too deep and hit the main arteries!

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Yes it is a 40gb drive. If I have to replace that, I might just go ahead and get a new computer.

BUT...if I were to only replace that piece of hardware, is it something I could install myself?

I will be going on vacation for a week, so I won't be able to log in here to reply.

See you in a week!

guestolo · « **Reply #39 on:** February 24, 2011, 01:57:59 PM »

Do you have your XP install CD?
Do you know your Product key number for XP? It might be labelled on the side of the computer

I could suggest to clone the drive, but since the drive is failing, the clone would probably fail also

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