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  • How To Run System File Scan

 #27167  by TheAslan
 09 Jul 2013, 11:43
Here is just a Basic Guide on how to a perform System File Scan within Windows 7/Vista.

NOTE:
For Windows XP Users you will need to insert the Installation CD to use this function


Go to Start > All Program > Accessories > Right Click Command Prompt and Run As Administrator.

Type In sfc /scannow and hit Enter then let it complete the scan. (Remember to put a space after sfc)

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Once the scan is complete type Exit and then Reboot your Computer

The System File Checker will look for any system files/.dll file's that are corrupt and will attempt to fix these normally following a restart of your computer.

This can also be run in safemode too by selecting Safemode with command prompt privilage.