How to restore the system with Ghost: hot topics and practical guides on the Internet
Recently, the system backup and restore tool Ghost has become a hot topic again, especially among Windows user groups. The following is a compilation of hot content about the Ghost tool in the past 10 days, combined with practical tutorials to explain in detail how to use Ghost to restore the system.
1. Statistics of hot topics related to Ghost in the past 10 days

| Topic keywords | Discussion platform | heat index |
|---|---|---|
| Ghost system backup | Zhihu, Bilibili | 8.5/10 |
| Comparison between Ghost and WinPE | Tieba, CSDN | 7.2/10 |
| Ghost restore failure solution | Baidu knows, GitHub | 9.1/10 |
2. Detailed steps to restore system with Ghost
1.Preparation:
- Backed up .gho image file (usually stored on non-system disk)
- Start the USB disk (needs to contain Ghost tool, WinPE system is recommended)
2.Operation process:
| steps | Specific operations |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Boot into the WinPE system through a USB flash drive |
| Step 2 | Run the Ghost tool (usually the path is: Start Menu-Programs-Clone Tool) |
| Step 3 | Select Local→Partition→From Image |
| Step 4 | Locate and select the backed up .gho file |
| Step 5 | Select the target hard disk and partition (usually C drive) |
| Step 6 | Confirm to execute the restore (takes about 10-30 minutes) |
3. Answers to recent high-frequency questions from users
1.Q: Ghost cannot be started after restoration?
A: Check whether the boot partition is damaged, it is recommended to useBOOTICE toolsFix BCD.
2.Q: Is there an error when using Ghost on a new computer?
A: It may be that the hard disk mode is not compatible. You need to change theSATA modeChange to IDE/AHCI.
3.Q: How to verify the integrity of .gho files?
A: Select through the Ghost tool menuCheck ImageFunctional testing.
4. Recommended version of Ghost tool in 2023
| version number | Core improvements | Applicable system |
|---|---|---|
| Ghost 11.5.1 | Support NVMe hard drive | Win7-Win11 |
| Ghost 12.0 | UEFI boot repair | Win10/11 |
5. Things to note
-Be sure toBack up important data
- Make sure the power supply is stable (it is recommended to use a laptop)
- Large capacity hard drive restoration may take longer
- Log error codes and search for specific solutions
Through the above structured guide, even novices can quickly master the core methods of restoring the Ghost system. It is recommended that users watch the relevant demonstration videos of Station B (search for the keyword "Ghost restore operation") before operation, which can greatly reduce operational risks.
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