Run Windows Startup Repair to solve the problem that the system with error code 0x490 cannot be started

Sometimes, when you boot your system, you get this error 0x490 and you will not continue from there. This happens if the boot manager is damaged or damaged. In such a case, we must make one Startup Repair.

Windows 7 boot repair

For :

  • Insert the Windows 7 installation disk or USB flash drive or system repair disk and turn off the computer.
  • Then restart your computer
  • When prompted, press any key, then follow the instructions.
  • On the Install Windows page or the System Recovery Options page, select your language and other settings, and click Next.
  • Click Repair Computer.
  • Select the Windows installation you want to repair and click Next.
  • In the system restore options menu
  • Click Start Repair
  • Start Repair
  • Once the process is complete and corrections are made, the computer restarts.
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    Control the number of dump files created and saved by Windows

    If your Windows computer crashes, it creates a memory dump file . These minidump files are memory images from the moment your Windows computer crashed.

    This dump file type contains the following information :

    • Process information and kernel context (EPROCESS) for the stopped process
    • Process information and kernel context (ETHREAD) for the thread, which has been stopped
    • The kernel call stack for the thread, which has been stopped.

    Different types of discharges are possible: Kernel Memory Dump, Small Memory Dump & Complete Memory Dump. Windows 8 adds a new option called automatic memory dump.

    Change the number of dump files created by Windows

    You can change the dump settings in Control Panel > Control Panel > Control Panel > System > Advanced System Settings > Advanced Tab > Startup and Restore > Settings. read more

    System Preparation Tool (Sysprep) in Microsoft Windows 10/8/7

    The System Preparation Tool (Sysprep) is designed for system administrators and OEMs to automate the use of Windows operating systems. After performing the initial installation steps on a single computer, you can run the Sysprep tool to prepare the sample computer for cloning and automate deployment on other computers. It is located in the WindowsSystem32sysprep folder .

    System Prep Tool – Sysprep

    You can use Sysprep with other deployment tools to install Windows operating systems on new hardware. It prepares a computer for disk backup or delivery to a client by configuring the computer to create a new computer security identifier (SID) when the computer restarts. In addition, the Sysprep tool cleans user and computer-specific settings and data that should not be copied to a target computer. read more

    Add, backup, restore user identification information with Windows Vault

    Windows 7 allows you to store login information with which you can connect to different servers, websites or programs. They are very convenient and are stored in an electronic safe called Windows Safe.

    To add an entry in Windows Vault :

    • Go to Control Panel -> User Accounts -> Receipt Manager
    • Click Add Windows or Add Generic Receipt. You will be asked to fill in the details. Just fill it out.
      • To add a certificate privilege set, click Add a certificate privilege set.

      For Backup Windows storage space :

      • Click Backup Vault. A window will open prompting you to navigate to the location where you want to perform the backup.
        • A window appears asking you to press CLR+ALT+DELETE.

        After a new window appears asking you to enter the password. It is always advisable to use a strong password, which should be a combination of upper and lower case letters, special characters and numbers. Please also bring the backup into external secondary storage. read more

    Easily change your Windows 7 login screen without resource hacks

    Since the release of Windows 7, there have been many hacksweaks that have appeared to customize all aspects of Windows 7.

    While many users tend to stay logged in or have only one account and usually never see the login screen for more than a moment or never, there are many users who are dedicated to customizing the login screen.

    There are a handful of tools that modify the resources for the login screen and although it is nice to have this option, there is always a chance that you may damage your operating system, causing data loss (provided you haven’t backed up your system before) or spend time fixing corrupted files. read more

    Customizing password policy under Windows 10/8/7

    On some websites, you may have seen that you need to enter a password for the registration that meets the criteria set by the website (for example, a password must be at least 8 characters long, contain upper and lower case letters, etc.). You can also implement this feature in Windows 10/8/7 using the local security policy for Windows or an advanced command prompt for users of other editions of Windows 10/8/7.

    Change Windows password policy

    Use local security policies

    Type Local Security Policy in the Start menu Search and press Enter. The LSP window opens. In the left pane , select Password Policy under Account Policies. Six options are now listed on the right. read more

    Automatically move the mouse pointer in the Windows dialog box

    We have seen how to make the confirmation dialog appear near your mouse pointer. Here is a little trick to automatically move the mouse pointer in the dialog box under Windows 10/8/7.

    Move mouse pointer automatically in dialog box

    Open Control Panel > Mouse Properties > Pointer Options.

    Check box In a dialog box, automatically move the pointer to the default button.

    Click Apply > OK.

    This activates function Snap To.

    Now, when a confirmation dialog box appears, you do not need to physically move the pointer, but the pointer will automatically jump to the default button in the dialog box. read more

    Programs that can come from Windows 7 Service Pack 1

    After installing Service Pack 1 (SP1) for Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2, or after installing programs on a computer that is already running Windows 7 SP1 or Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, some programs may not work as expected.

    This is because Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 include security, reliability and new features for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2. Some programs may lose functionality after installing SP1 for Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2.

    However, most programs continue to work as expected. read more

    Use your Windows 7 computer the same way you use Windows 7!

    Things : Under Windows 7, a right click can simplify your computer experience in several ways. For example, right click anywhere on your desktop and you can change the screen resolution.

  • Access to frequently used files. Right-click the Windows Explorer icon in the Windows 7 taskbar to access the most frequently used folders.
  • Selector : Switch between documents in a program – simply press the CTRL key while repeatedly clicking the program icon in the taskbar.
  • Input: Windows 7 now sorts fonts by font family, with a convenient new preview next to each font name. In the Control Panel, click Appearance and Customization, click Fonts or type Fonts in the search box of the Start menu.
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