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FIX: Start Screen Went Black After Upgrading to Windows 10
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Windows 10users have reported one unusual problem after theupdatefrom Windows 8/8.1 toWindows 10. According to them, after the update and reboot phase, they were left with ablack screen. Master Boot Record issues are the main cause of this problem. Fortunately, you can easily fix this if you haveWindows 10Recovery disk.
If you don’t have aWindows 10Recovery disk, you can use yourbootableinstall media forWindows 10or you can find a working Windows 8.1 device and create a recovery disk.
SOLVED: Black screen after Windows 10 update
Solution 1: Use the Media Recovery Tool and bootrec /fixmbr
In order to create a recovery disk from a workingWindows 10device you’ll need to do the following:
— RELATED:Full Fix: Black Screen on the Latest Windows 10, 8.1 and 7 Build
Solution 2: Check external devices
If you keep all your peripherals (mouse, keyboard, external drive) connected to your PC during theupdate, this may sometimes triggerblack screen issues. To avoid this, you need to unplug all the peripherals and use only the touchpad to check forupdates.
Solution 3: Use Clean Boot
When you install newupdates, the best approach is to simply disable all unnecessary apps and programs. This step is somehow similar to the previous one. The only difference is that now you’re ‘disconnecting’ unnecessary software, not peripherals.
After doing there you’ll have two options at your screen…you can continue to Windows 8.1/Windows 10or Turn off your PC and restart it, which we highly advise.
If the problem persists, check out the troubleshooting guides listed below for additional solutions:
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
