New Computer requires new Motherboard - Possible Corrupted Primary


  1. jdUnionngarden
    Posts : 395
    Windows 10 Pro, Ver. 21H2 (OS Build 19044.1706)
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    New Computer requires new Motherboard - Possible Corrupted Primary


    Howdy Folks!
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    My new computer came with a bad motherboard which will be replaced tomorrow by a Dell technician.
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    Prior to the crash I created a Macrium verified Primary image file on an external drive. However I don't have a Macrium Rescue Disk.
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    Due to events leading up to the crash I have concerns my system files may be corrupted.
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    I have a Recovery USB created shortly after setting up the machine per Dell's manual, but am not 100% sure it will work. (Old 32 GB USB 2.0)
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    I want to be prepared for the worst ...
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    Can I download Windows PE on my laptop and use it on the desktop, or must the WinPE be made on the computer it's restoring?
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    All comments will be very much appreciated!
    Thanks to All in advance,
      My Computer
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  3. zbook
    Posts : 41,462
    windows 10 professional version 1607 build 14393.969 64 bit
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    1) For a motherboard change see this link:
    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/...ardware-change

    2) For a Macrium restore see this link:
    Backup and Restore with Macrium Reflect

    3) A windows 10 iso can be created on any working computer.
    The windows advanced troubleshooting menu can then be used on another Windows computer.

    4) Users folders can be backed up to another drive using copy and paste.
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  4. jdUnionngarden
    Posts : 395
    Windows 10 Pro, Ver. 21H2 (OS Build 19044.1706)
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    zbook,
    Thanks very much!
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