Summary: This article provides instructions on how to run Windows Startup Repair in Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8 or 8, and Windows 7. Startup Repair is a Microsoft Windows feature that can fix problems with files that are required to boot the operating system.See less This article provides instructions on how to run Windows Startup Repair in Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8 or 8, and Windows 7. Startup Repair is a Microsoft Windows feature that canSee more Show
This article may have been automatically translated. If you have any feedback regarding its quality, please let us know using the form at the bottom of this page. Article ContentSymptomsDuration: 01:03 Startup repair, also called Automatic Repair in Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 is an integrated troubleshooting utility in Microsoft Windows that is designed to quickly fix the most common issues that may be preventing your computer from booting into the operating system. Startup repair can help with:
Startup repair cannot repair unbootable Windows computers if:
NOTE: Startup repair cannot fix hardware failures such as a failing hard disk or incompatible memory. Startup Repair is not a backup tool, it cannot help recover any personal files such as photos or documents. To help protect the data on your computer, back up your data regularly. NOTE: Startup repair may run multiple times before the startup issue is fully repaired. CauseNo cause information is available. ResolutionThere are multiple ways to initiate startup repair. This feature can be run from the desktop, but it can also be run from outside Windows using the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). Also, if the computer cannot boot into the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), Startup Repair can be run using a Windows installation disk. The computer initiates Startup Repair when the computer fails to boot into the operating system two times consecutively. If Startup Repair fails to initiate, use a Windows installation disk. How to initiate startup repair using the Settings app in Windows
How to initiate startup repair from the desktop or lock screen
How to initiate startup repair using a Windows installation disk
Startup Repair can fix most problems with Windows. However, if the startup repair fails to resolve the issue, back up your personal data and reinstall the operating system. Additional Information
Startup Repair can fix most problems with Windows. However, if the startup repair fails to resolve the issue, back up your personal data and reinstall the operating system. It is possible that startup repair did not fix the Windows startup problem. The startup repair might automatically run again after the computer restarts. If startup repair fails to fix the Windows startup problem, try the following troubleshooting steps next. Helpful linksNOTE: Offers are only available for US, Canada, UK, France, Germany, China, and Japan personal computer customers. Server and Storage are not applicable. Article PropertiesAffected ProductAlienware, Inspiron, Retired Models, OptiPlex, Vostro, XPS, G Series, G Series, Alienware, Inspiron, Latitude, Vostro, XPS, Retired Models, Fixed Workstations, Mobile Workstations How do I exit Startup Repair?Method 2.. Restart your computer. ... . Quickly begin pressing F8 constantly, until the list of boot options appears.. Select “Disable automatic restart on system failure”, press "Enter" and wait for your computer to boot.. How long does Startup Repair take in Windows 7?Startup Repair in Windows 7 should take between 15 and 45 minutes. If it takes longer, something is wrong. Why does it take so long? It could be for two reasons: it is either stuck or your Windows simply can't fix the problem.
How do I fix Windows 7 startup repair failed?6 Fixes for "Startup Repair cannot repair this computer automatically" in Windows 10/8/7. Method 1. Remove Peripheral Devices. ... . Method 2. Run Bootrec.exe. ... . Method 3. Run CHKDSK. ... . Method 4. Run Windows System File Checker Tool. ... . Method 5. Perform System Restore. ... . Method 6. Repair Startup Error Without System Backup.. |