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Fix Windows Resource Protection Could not Start Repair Service
You need to run the SFC scan in Safe Mode to get past this issue
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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windows resource protection could not start the repair serviceis anerror messagedisplayed whileSFCis running on yourWindows 10computer. SinceSFCis a tool forrepairing and restoring system files, finding a quick fix for this system bug is imperative.
In this guide, we will show you quick ways to fix this issue and restore normalcy on your PC.
How to fix theWindows resource protection SFCerror?
1. Run SFC in Safe Mode
If you are getting the Windows resource protection could not start the repair service error while trying to run the SFC scan on normal boot, you might need to run the scan in Safe Mode.
If the scan works normally, the problem could be due to a third-party app or process.
2. Make some security changes
SFCmight be interrupted if the winsxs folder cannot be accessed for some reason. The might be why you are getting the Windows resource protection could not start the repair service error.
You can fix this by modifying security descriptors for that folder.
3. Run CHKDSK from Command Prompt
Another reason for the Windows resource protection could not start the repair service is related tohard disk errors. The easiest way to fix this is to run the CHKDSK command.
The three methods detailed in this tutorial should help you solve the Windows resource protection could not start the repair service error on Windows 10. It means that now you can run theSFCscan without any sort of problems.
If theSFC scan is still not workingon your PC, check our detailed guide to fix it quickly.
Let us know which of the methods worked best for you by leaving us a message in the comments below.
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