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Boot Failure Detected Windows 11: 5 Working Solutions
First, disconnect any external drives and try again
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Published onJuly 26, 2024
published onJuly 26, 2024
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Experiencing a boot failure in Windows 11 can be quite problematic because it may point to a storage drive failure or an important OS corruption. However, first of all, disconnect any external drives and restart your PC. If your BIOS is set to boot from an external drive that isn’t bootable, you may get this result. If that works, enter BIOS and change the boot order so this doesn’t happen again.
What can I do if a boot failure was detected?
1. Use Startup Repair
Startup Repair can automatically fix common problems that might be preventing Windows from booting properly by addressing issues with system files and settings.
2. Reset BIOS to default settings
Resetting the BIOS to its default settings can eliminate any incorrect configurations that may be causing the boot issues. This provides a clean slate, ensuring that no custom settings are causing problems.
3. Update BIOS
Updating your BIOS can solve compatibility issues and bugs that might be causing the boot failure. This helps ensure your system firmware is up to date, which is crucial for stable system performance.
4. Rebuild the MBR (Master Boot Record)
Rebuilding the MBR can fix issues related to corrupted boot records, ensuring that your system can locate and boot the operating system correctly.
5. Replace the CMOS battery
A weak or depleted CMOS battery can cause BIOS settings to reset, leading to boot issues. Replacing the battery ensures that your BIOS settings are retained, which can fix intermittent boot problems.
If none of this solutions work, you might need aclean Windows reinstall. If that doesn’t work either, you should think about replacing the main storage drive, whether it’s SSD or HDD. We have a dedicated guide onwhat to do in case of a drive boot failurethat will help you with all information needed.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the boot failure issue in Windows 11. To prevent future boot problems, regularly update your system’s firmware and keep an eye on your hardware health.
You might also be interested in consulting our guide on what to do ifthe system doesn’t detect any boot drives.
For any other related questions, feel free to address them in the comments section below.
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Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, Claudiu is focused on whatever comes new from Microsoft.
His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.
With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!
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Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft
