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Will a standard windows format reset the MBR?

Discussion in 'Storage and Networking' started by AlbertLionheart, Nov 7, 2008.

  1. AlbertLionheart TechSpot Chancellor Posts: 2,711

    I need to clear/reset the MBR to remove a virus - will a standard windows format do this or should I use the manufacturers tools to perform a low level format? Or maybe another tool?
    AlbertLionheart, Nov 7, 2008
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  2. Tmagic650 TS Ambassador Posts: 18,719   +61

    Just do a full format from the XP install disc, instead of using the quick format option
    Tmagic650, Nov 7, 2008
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  3. Rage_3K_Moiz Sith Lord Posts: 7,245   +16

    Why not use Windows Repair to write a new MBR instead? Then just format the drive as usual and re-install the OS.
    Rage_3K_Moiz, Nov 7, 2008
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  4. AlbertLionheart TechSpot Chancellor Posts: 2,711

    I know about fixmbr but don't know if it will fix an mbr that windows thinks is OK.
    I think I will have to do a full low level format to be sure.
    thanks everyone!
    AlbertLionheart, Nov 7, 2008
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  5. Rage_3K_Moiz Sith Lord Posts: 7,245   +16

    It will. I've tried it.

    But if you'd like to be thorough and do a full format, then that's great, being thorough is never a bad thing IMO. :)
    Rage_3K_Moiz, Nov 7, 2008
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  6. AlbertLionheart TechSpot Chancellor Posts: 2,711

    Thanks Rage - thats all I needed to know!
    AlbertLionheart, Nov 10, 2008
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