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Fix Windows Won't Start - Boot Problems

Solutions when Windows computer won't boot or start properly.

Solution Steps

  1. Try Safe Mode: Hold Shift while clicking Restart → Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Safe Mode.
  2. Use Automatic Repair: Boot from Windows recovery drive → Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Repair.
  3. System Restore: Recovery → System Restore → Choose restore point.
  4. Command Prompt: chkdsk /f and sfc /scannow commands.
  5. Reset Windows: Keep files or remove everything (last resort).
  6. Check BIOS/UEFI settings for boot order.
  7. Remove external devices (USB drives, etc.) and try booting.

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