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Choose the boot device as a UEFI device if offered, then on second screen choose Repair Your Computer. If the media won't boot you may need to enter BIOS/UEFI Setup (pressing key given in chart in link above) to turn off Fast Boot or Fast Startup first.
- Run BootRec /FIXMBR. If Windows 10 won’t Boot, it is likely that the master boot record is corrupt. One way to fix it is to run the BootRec /FIXMBR command.
- Run Start-up Repair. If the previous method did not fix your Windows 10 boot problem, follow the steps below to repair your computer: Boot your computer to Windows 10 advanced boot option page (shown below).
- Reset (Reinstall) Windows 10. Warning! Follow the steps described here carefully as any mistake could lead to loosing your personal files. Method 3 involves reinstalling Windows without deleting your data.
- Click/tap on the Download button below to go to Microsoft, and click/tap on the Download tool now button at Microsoft's site.
- Save the MediaCreationTool1803.exe file to your desktop, and run it.
- If prompted by UAC, click/tap on Yes.
- Select (dot) Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file) for another PC, and click/tap on Next.
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You can fix most Windows 10 boot problems using the Startup Repair feature, and here's how.
On Windows 10, when the computer isn't starting correctly, you can use the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) to resolve the issue quickly, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
It's just a matter of time before your device gets stuck loading or won't start. Instead of spending time trying to find out the problem, Windows 10 includes the "Startup Repair" feature (as part of the WinRE experience) designed to quickly fix the most common issues that may be preventing your computer from loading correctly.
To use the Startup Repair feature to fix boot issues with Windows 10, you'll need to access the Windows Recovery Environment (also known as Advanced startup settings), which you can do in at least three different ways, depending on the situation.
If your computer isn't loading or is stuck during boot, use these steps to access the recovery environment:
•Start the computer.
•As soon as the Windows logo appears, press the power button to interrupt the boot sequence.
•Repeat steps 1 and 2 two more times.
Alternatively, in case your device isn't booting up, use a USB installation media to access the Windows Recovery Environment with these steps:
•Start the computer with a USB bootable media.
•Quick tip: If the device isn't starting from the USB flash drive, you must change your system's BIOS settings to ensure it can boot from USB. Usually, you can access the BIOS by powering up the computer and pressing one of the functions, "Delete" or "ESC" keys, but check your manufacturer's support website for more information.
•Click the Next button.
•Click the "Repair your computer" option in the bottom-left corner.
Once you complete the steps, use the steps below to continue to the "Startup Repair" tool.
If you have access to the desktop, use these steps to access the recovery environment to use the Startup Repair tool on Windows 10:
•Open Settings.
•Click on Update & Security.
•Click on Recovery.
•Under the "Advanced startup" section, click the Restart now button.
After completing the steps, continue with the steps below to fix loading problems with your device using the automatic repair feature.
To use Startup Repair to resolve booting problems, use these steps:
•Click the Troubleshoot button.
•Click the Advanced options button.
•Click the Startup Repair button.
•Select your Windows 10 account.
•Confirm your account password.
For more helpful articles, coverage, and answers to common questions about Windows 10 and Windows 11, visit the following resources:
•Windows 11 on Windows Central — All you need to know
•Windows 10 on Windows Central — All you need to know
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Nov 24, 2023 · Start with the most straightforward fixes and then move gradually to the more complex ones. Try booting in Safe Mode, which can fix boot problems. Use Windows Recovery or create a Windows 10 recovery drive. Check your battery and charger if your laptop won't boot.
Aug 20, 2024 · Having your Windows PC pause mid-boot means you may be faced with a serious problem. Here are some key troubleshooting steps.
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