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Startup Repair is a Windows recovery tool that can fix certain system problems that might prevent Windows from starting. It scans your computer for the problem and then tries to fix it so your computer can start correctly. This tool is particularly useful when your computer is experiencing issues such as missing or damaged system files, corrupted boot configuration data, or other startup-related problems.
Access Startup Repair
Follow these steps to access Startup Repair:
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Once in Windows RE, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Repair > Restart
Note: If you’ve encrypted your device, you’ll need your BitLocker key to complete this task. If you don’t know your BitLocker key, see Find your BitLocker recovery key.
After the device reboots, Startup Repair scans your computer for problems and then tries to fix them. Here are some of the issues it tries to repair:
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Missing or damaged system files
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Corrupted boot configuration data (BCD)
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Damaged master boot record (MBR)
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Incompatible drivers
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Registry errors
If Startup Repair detects any of these issues, it will attempt to fix them automatically. If it cannot fix the problem, it will provide a detailed report of the issues it found.
