Log file to view Windows reset save files failure

Question

_{Friday, September 28, 2018 9:54 AM}

When running startup repair, sfc /scannow, dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth, Windows upgrades, etc. there are log files that can be viewed.  

1) What is the name and path for the log file for a failed Windows reset save files?

2) What is the name and path for the log file for a failed system restore?

Are there Microsoft doc files that explain the files saved?

Something similar to these:

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/windows-setup-log-files-and-event-logs

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/928901/log-files-that-are-created-when-you-upgrade-to-a-new-version-of-window

All replies (1)

_{Monday, October 1, 2018 10:50 AM}

Hi,

For first question:

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To know more about the real cause of Windows failed to reset, you can open an elevated command prompt and the run “dir c:\ /a:sh” (without quotes). Then you will see a $SysReset folder on the root directory of your C: drive.

Open the file C:\SysReset\Logs\Setupact.log to read the log of Reset My PC to see what the issue is. Based on what issues you are facing, select the corresponding solution.

More details, read here.

Please Note: Since the website is not hosted by Microsoft, the link may change without notice. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy of this information.

For second question

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%systemdrive%\Windows\Logs\WindowsBackup

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