Note: To re-enable the System Restore Utility, follow the steps above, but remove the check mark next to Disable System Restore.ĭisabling the System Restore Utility (Windows XP Users). Put a check mark next to Disable System Restore.Right-click the My Computer icon on the Desktop and click Properties.You must disable the System Restore Utility to remove the infected files from the C:\_Restore folder. This means that an infected file could be stored there as a backup file, and VirusScan will be unable to delete these files. Windows utilizes a restore utility that backs up selected files automatically to the C:\_Restore folder.
