Desktop Computer locks at logon screen

[dannaswolcott]

One of my desktop computers witch I use as a server running windows server 2003 keeps locking up at the log on screen. If I boot it in safe mode I can log in windows but then things lag or nothing will open. Sounds like it could be a corrupted file or a virus but I cant tell. I am not sure what virus programs work that are free, I tried malewarebytes but no luck. I am not sure what to do.. I dont want to wipe and start over as in there is a lot in to that server and Its gonna take a very long time to put it back together.. any ideas would be great, thanks in advance.

 

[mihir]

Try running HDD diagnostic test.
Then also when in safe mode you can use Microsoft Security essentials for a virus scan.
You can also try restoring your OS

 

[tremmor]

Not familiar with server software. another option might be work your way to the security section and follow instructions there and checking.

First i would and if you have a profile try creating another profile as admin and even as admin 1 and admin 2 if this applies. then delete your profile or keep and log in with the other first.
just a thought. Im guessing.
tremmor

 

[dannaswolcott]

I cant even get it to unlock long enough for me to install any software, I think i am screwed i just dont know what to do. How can I back up all my domain and active directory, and user settings so I can restore them after I get the OS back up and running again.