I downloaded the file for DOS environment but how can I install this big file of about 2.4MB size ?
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How to clean Virus infected Hard disk from DOS
Hi Experts,
I have Win 98 on my Hard Disk and it seems to be severly infected with viruses as some of the system files were corrupted which I was able to store using bootdisk. However, I got another serious problem as when I am booting from Hard Disk, I am getting the message rthat the hard disk is not recognized and evn I tried thro' bootdisk of Win 98, but still I got the warning message that harddisk is infected with viruse.
Is there any utility using which I can clean the Hard disk from DOS environment ?
Early response would be highly appreciated.
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If you can get the file onto the harddrive, you can unzip it from a DOS prompt using this program
http://www.freebyte.com/fb
which can be run from a DOS prompt to unzip the antivirus software, allowing you to then run the antivirus software from the DOS prompt.
hi mn210,
what type of bootup you are using?
create a normal system disk if possible, or boot-up using the windows CD, then go to DOS and try to run again.
F-prot for DOS is the best I've known so far...
anyway,
have you tried using windows 98 CD to repair the files? or try to take this opportunity to upgrade?
cheers,
Luis
Do you have another PC available? If yes then put the hard disk as secondary drive in this computer, start it with its Windows operating system and clean the hard disk from there.
Trend Micro DCS (damage cleanup services) are very powerful for that purpose: http://www.trendmicro.com/
How can I repair the files using win98 CD ?
Secondly, If I want to reinstall win 98 and keep all data intact , is it possible if I rename the old windows system folder to windowsold and install win98 in newly created windows system folder ? Actually, I don't want to loose data at any cost and I have no facility to backup data.
Thanks
is it possible if I rename the old windows system folder to windowsold
The above will crash your system!!!
Go to win98
Install the cd rom
Click on Windows Explorer
Goto the device where the cd rom is located
goto win98
click on set up
if you are offered to install Windows in another folder say NO!
your settings will not change.
gonzal13(joe)
Here are some online antivirus programs. This assuming you can get into win98
Try to get into the safe mode with F8 key
To remove specific viruses: Online scans
Stinger
Stinger is a stand-alone utility used to detect and remove specific viruses. It is not a substitute for full anti-virus protection, but rather a tool to assist administrators and users when dealing with an infected system. Stinger utilizes next generation scan engine technology, including process scanning, digitally signed DAT files, and scan performance optimizations
http://vil.nai.com/vil/sti
HouseCall Trojan Remover
http://housecall.trendmicr
Trojan scan
Trojan horses are a huge security threat. A Trojan is a program that enters your computer undetected, giving the attacker who planted the Trojan unrestricted access to the data stored on your computer. Trojans can transmit credit card information and other confidential data in the background. Trojans are often not caught by virus scanning engines, because these are focused on viruses, not Trojans. Catching such threats would require the use of a Trojan scanner
http://www.windowsecurity.
Rav Antivirus
You can scan and clean your PC of viruses and other malwares here; free of charge!
http://www.ravantivirus.co
Panda ActiveScan
http://www.pandasoftware.c
.
McAfee FreeScan
http://us.mcafee.com/root/
Symantec Security Check
http://security.symantec.c
BitDefender
BitDefender Scan Online is a fully functional antivirus product, with a web-based interface and featuring all required elements for remotely antivirus scanning and cleaning: it scans system's memory, all files, folders and drives' boot sector, providing the user with the option to automatically clean the infected files.
http://www.bitdefender.com
TrendMicro House Call
http://housecall.trendmicr
gonzal13
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by: DVation191Posted on 2005-03-16 at 11:52:13ID: 13558936
mn210,
The only one I know of is F-Prot...
http://www.f-prot.com/down
hope this helps.