[Lex Computer & Tech Group/LCTG] Time to create or re-create your Windows Recovery Drive

[Derek Gardiner]

Drew,
Thanks very much for this information. I have created my recovery memory
stick and hope I never have to use it!
Derek


On Wed, Mar 1, 2023 at 7:10 PM Drew King <dking65 at kingconsulting.us> wrote:

> All,
>
> If you don't have a Windows recovery USB flash drive, you should consider
> making one. You'll need at least a 16 GB drive to hold the system files.
>
> If you have one, and it's OLD, you NEED TO REDO IT!
>
> *To create a Windows recovery drive, follow these steps:*
>
>    1.
>
>    Connect a USB drive or external hard drive with at least 16 GB of free
>    space to your computer.
>    2.
>
>    Type "Create a recovery drive" in the Windows search bar and select
>    the "Create a recovery drive" option that appears in the search results.
>    3.
>
>    *When the Recovery Drive wizard opens, make sure that the "Back up
>    system files to the recovery drive" option is checked* and click
>    "Next".
>    4.
>
>    Select the USB drive or external hard drive that you want to use as
>    the recovery drive and click "Next".
>    5.
>
>    Click "Create" to start creating the recovery drive. This may take
>    some time, depending on the size of the Windows system files that need to
>    be copied.
>    6.
>
>    Once the recovery drive has been created, click "Finish" to complete
>    the process.
>
> Your Windows recovery drive is now ready to use. Be sure to keep it in a
> safe place in case you need it in the future. To use the recovery drive,
> simply connect it to the computer you want to repair or troubleshoot, boot
> from the recovery drive, and follow the on-screen instructions.
>
> The recovery drive contains specific drivers or software that are unique
> to the computer it was created on. This means that while the recovery drive
> can be used on other computers with the same version of Windows, it may not
> include all of the necessary drivers or software for those computers.
>
>
> There are several reasons why you might want to create a Windows recovery
> drive, including:
>
>    1.
>
>    System Failure: In the event of a system failure or a corrupted
>    operating system, a Windows recovery drive can help you restore your
>    computer to its previous state.
>    2.
>
>    Virus or Malware Infections: A recovery drive can be useful in case of
>    a virus or malware infection that cannot be removed by regular antivirus
>    software.
>    3.
>
>    Hardware Issues: If you experience hardware problems, such as a
>    failing hard drive or memory issues, a recovery drive can help you
>    troubleshoot the problem and repair your system.
>    4.
>
>    Reinstallation of Windows: If you need to reinstall Windows, a
>    recovery drive can help you do so quickly and easily without having to go
>    through the entire installation process.
>    5.
>
>    Upgrading to a New Operating System: If you are upgrading to a new
>    version of Windows, a recovery drive can be a useful backup in case
>    something goes wrong during the upgrade process.
>    6.
>
>    Resetting Your Computer: If you want to reset your computer to its
>    factory settings, a recovery drive can help you do so easily.
>
> Overall, a Windows recovery drive is an essential tool to have in case of
> any unforeseen problems with your computer's operating system or hardware.
>
>
> --
> Drew King
>
>
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