Recover Windows MBR using Ubuntu LIVE CD

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Recover windows MBR using ubuntu live CD

If you want to restore Windows Bootloader and for some reason cannot use the windows installation cd, there is a simple way to do it:

NOTE: make sure you have internet working.

1) Boot with Ubuntu Live CD or Linux Mint Live CD

2) On the terminal:

sudo apt-get install ms-sys

then

ms-sys –mbr /dev/hdX

NOTE: in my case the main windows xp system is located in hda1 so I used ms-sys –mbr /dev/hda

3) Reboot.

This should get your windows back.

Credits:This post is orginally posted by inoxllor in ubuntu forums on this page
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=622828

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3 thoughts on “Recover Windows MBR using Ubuntu LIVE CD

  1. of course data entry services are very expensive that is why always make a backup of your files -~`

  2. Data Recovery is a very costly option that is why you should always check your storage media for any signs of wear and tear.’.;

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