Overcoming Post-Reset Computer Challenges: A Guide to Troubleshooting

Experiencing technical difficulties after a reset can be a frustrating ordeal, especially when you feel like you’ve taken all the right steps to restore your computer’s performance. If you’re facing issues similar to mine, you’re not alone. Let me share my recent experience and offer some insights on how to navigate these challenges.

Background: The Initial Reset

My computer had been sluggish for quite some time, laden with unnecessary files and struggling to run games that should have worked seamlessly. It was clear that a fresh start was in order, so I decided to format my system. Prior to the reset, I diligently backed up all important documents onto a portable SSD, confident that I was making the right move.

However, things quickly took a turn for the worse. Upon attempting to reset Windows, I encountered a message indicating I had too many files and needed to delete some first. Even after attempting to free up space, I was met with a blue screen error stating, “There was a problem resetting your PC. No changes were made.” After a series of frustrating tries, I finally managed to initiate the reset process, only to hit a wall at the Windows installation phase. It deleted my files but failed to install the operating system.

In a last-ditch effort, I used a USB drive to boot from a fresh Windows installation, and after several more attempts, I finally achieved success. At that point, I thought my troubles were over—how wrong I was.

The New Problems Arise

Since completing the reset, I’ve encountered a cascade of issues. Google Chrome frequently crashes, and when it does function, I receive access violation errors on webpages. Games from Steam that utilize anti-cheat software refuse to open, limiting my ability to unwind with my favorite pastimes. To top it all off, my entire PC crashes unexpectedly, leading to the dreaded “:(” face error.

To troubleshoot, I executed the command sfc /scannow, a common fix intended to repair corrupted system files. You can find my scan results here.

Seeking Solutions

So, you may be wondering, what can be done to resolve these ongoing challenges? Here are some steps you can consider:

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