Turn Off/On System Restore in Windows 7

December 30th, 2009
by Alex

On the odd but very rare occasion you may have to turn off System Restore. System Restore is a component on Microsoft Windows operating systems which allows for the rolling back of system files, registry keys, installed programs, etc., to a previous state in the event of malfunctioning or failure. This tutorial will show you how to switch it on and off if you’re using Windows 7.

Turn Off System Restore in Windows 7

  • Firstly, click the windows start orb and right-click on Computer. Then select ‘Properties’
    Computer, Right-Click and Properties
  • Select ‘System Protection’
    System Protection
  • Click ‘Configure’
    Configure
  • Then select to turn-off system protection
    Turn Off
  • Finally Click OK, read the message and then click ‘Yes’ to continue
    Yes

Turn System Restore On – Windows 7

  • Firstly, click the windows start orb and right-click on Computer. Then select ‘Properties’
    Computer, Right-Click and Properties
  • Select ‘System Protection’
    System Protection
  • Select ‘Restore system setting and previous versions of files’ and click OK
    Turn On

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