I searched but couldn't find it, how can I format the boot sector?
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but when we convert it, the data inside it is not deleted? @CyberTechYou can convert.
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but when we convert it, the data inside it is not deleted? @CyberTech
I already want to delete the data in the emulation segments. @CyberTechAccording to show-Zi she says no data loss. if you follow her step by step what she did:
Advice Request - Convert MBR to GPT drive to switch BIOS to UEFI
Hello, I found this article, by which i can enable secure boot, i think. Is it worth it? https://www.windowscentral.com/how-convert-mbr-disk-gpt-move-bios-uefi-windows-10malwaretips.com
Also this for you to learn it and be careful. please read it if your data is important.
Top 4 Way to Convert MBR to GPT without Data Loss in Windows 11, 10, 8, 7
Is it possible to convert MBR to GPT without data loss? This article covers four proven ways to convert the hard disk from MBR to GPT without losing data in Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7.www.diskpart.com
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Look, I'm asking you this:It's up to you that you can with or without data it depends on what i posted.
Please use search in this forums there are some threads. Also, make sure to use search before make a thread .Look, I'm asking you this:
If there is a virus in the boot partition, what can I do to delete this virus?
@CyberTech
I already looked but couldn't find it. If I find it, I will not open a topic anyway. @CyberTechPlease use search in this forums there are some threads. Also, make sure to use search before make a thread .
I already looked but couldn't find it. If I find it, I will not open a topic anyway. @CyberTech
But when you throw it there is only scanning. As far as I know virus cannot be found in scans if encrypted @HarborFrontTry the methods described here
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Can I also delete data in Mbr with this? @Victor MGo download an older version Parted Magic. It has a Erase Disk feature which can sanitize SSD's or zero fill a hard drive.
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But when you throw it there is only scanning. As far as I know virus cannot be found in scans if encrypted @HarborFront
Start from scratch. A clean PC is better than a disinfected one.Look, I'm asking you this:
If there is a virus in the boot partition, what can I do to delete this virus?
@CyberTech
We have suggest this before, they appear to have abandoned ship due to minor concerns over uploading .txt files.Look. If scanning catches a virus it'll show up otherwise there's nothing for the AV to show.
As for encrypted boot sector virus are you infected with one now? If yes, then post at the Malware Removal Section. There's one expert there to help you
It erases the whole disk, including the boot sector.Can I also delete data in Mbr with this? @Victor MIt
In AOMEI Backupper there is a Disk Wipe option that will completely erase your disk. AOMEI claims that it will completely get rid of viruses.Look, I'm asking you this:
If there is a virus in the boot partition, what can I do to delete this virus?
@CyberTech
Hello, I got a little late reply, but I want to ask, can this virus pass to other devices via wifi and come back to my computer after I format the disk? @InkStart from scratch. A clean PC is better than a disinfected one.
Microsoft offer this tool for Windows 10, it may be useful:
- Backup all your important data to an external drive, or the cloud.
- Format the whole partition / disk drive.
- Reinstall OS with GPT/UEFI (not MBR/BIOS)
- Don’t download anything from untrusted sites or warez.
MBR2GPT
Use MBR2GPT.EXE to convert a disk from the Master Boot Record (MBR) to the GUID Partition Table (GPT) partition style without modifying or deleting data on the disk.learn.microsoft.com
Else follow this guide for GPT
Windows Setup: Installing using the MBR or GPT partition style
Windows Setup: Installing using the MBR or GPT partition stylelearn.microsoft.com
We have suggest this before, they appear to have abandoned ship due to minor concerns over uploading .txt files.
How do I detect if my Legacy System is infected with a BIOS or Boot virus?
They directed me here, Antiviruses cannot access when the BIOS or boot part of Legacy systems is infected with a virus, so how can I detect the viruses infected here, I am not entirely sure because the virus was infected without my knowledge, but I want to be sure. How can i be sure?malwaretips.com
Side note: Microsoft also offer their own community services for help and support.