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Could these steps cause data loss, or is it safe to proceed without backing up the system first?
Sometimes deleted files aren’t actually erased but hidden. You can try:
sudo find / -name “*.jpg” 2>/dev/null
Or, you can check your iCloud backup.
Same thing will work on mac too?????
My pictures were gone from my mac ;(. I was such a foolish to not use the Time machine for updates.
Dude, check for any malicious apps. Sometimes rogue apps or leftover junk from tools like CleanMyMac or others can cause problems.
Try Malwarebytes for Mac for a free scan. Pro Tip: Keep Time Machine backups up to date.
That’s a good suggestion BTW.
Go to System Settings > General > Login Items (or System Preferences > Users & Groups > Login Items on older macOS) and remove any unnecessary apps that start when you log in.
If possible, Free Up some Disk Space, as this is essential for performance, stability, and smooth operation.
Sometimes, the issue is caused by temporary iCloud server delays, so waiting a bit can help. If it’s stuck for hours, try restarting your device and initiating the restore again. Also, Go to Settings > iCloud > Backup and check if the backup is available and intact. If nothing works, you can set up the iPhone as new and use third-party iPhone data recovery tools to extract and recover lost data.
These steps are generally safe and do not cause data loss because they only repair boot files, not personal data. Commands like bootrec, bcdboot, and assigning a drive letter to the EFI partition are low-risk when used correctly.
However, mistakes like selecting the wrong partition, using the wrong drive letter, or accidentally formatting a partition can lead to problems.
To stay safe, it’s a good idea to back up any important files beforehand and double-check partition details in diskpart before running any commands.
Here are some additional steps you can try to fix the BSoD issues. Use System Restore to go back to a point before the update if available. Run a memory test using mdsched.exe and check your hard drive with chkdsk C: /f /r. Turn off Fast Startup in the Power Options settings. These steps can help fix or pinpoint the cause of the blue screen errors.
Have you already updated your Intel and other device drivers and run the DISM and SFC scans? Also, did the intelppm.sys Blue Screen start immediately after a particular Windows update or driver change?
I haven’t updated my Intel or other device drivers yet. I also haven’t run the DISM or SFC system file repair commands. The intelppm.sys BSoD started happening right after a recent Windows update, but I haven’t tried uninstalling those updates to see if that fixes the issue. I haven’t scanned my PC for malware, and I haven’t disabled the intelppm.sys driver by changing the registry Start value to 4.
Hi Mira, thanks for the advice! Also, would you recommend running the memory and disk checks first, or should he start with driver updates?
Start with checking your memory and hard drive since hardware problems often cause this error. If those tests don’t find anything, then update your drivers. This way, you can rule out hardware issues before changing software. Let me know if you need help with any step.
Always ensure you eject the drive before unplugging it. In your case, your files might have been corrupted and inaccessible to your WD drive. You could try using any DIY data recovery software to retrieve them.
Did you have any backups of the data?
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