
Windows 7 and Vista users can skip this step. If you skip this step, System File Checker might not work.

DISM will use Windows Update to provide any files that are needed to fix corruptions. Windows 10, Windows 8.1 or Windows 8 users will need to first run the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool before running the System File Checker. Type in sfc /scannow and press the Enter key.ģ: Run DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) You will need to first open the Command Prompt or PowerShell as administrator. Here is a video on running System File Checker and required DISM for Windows 8.1 and newer: Moving forward, each step will require a hard reboot except for the last step, followed by booting into Safe Mode.

Now hold the power button until you see the computer start. Remove the power cord or battery and put them back. Hold down your power button until the computer turns off. TIP: Hard to fix Windows Problems? Repair/Restore Missing Windows OS Files Damaged by Malware with a few clicks
