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Windows 10/11 Won’t Enter Recovery Mode [Troubleshoot]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Times without number, there have been instances of WindowsPCsfailing to bootup ornot booting up properly.
Normally, when this happens, after two or three attempts, the system, by default, brings up the recoverywindow, which is typically known as Advanced Startup Options. UnlessWindows 10won’t enter recovery mode for some reason.
That’s just what happened to some users.
“I kinda messed up my system files, so I tried to do a system restore. But it takes forever and after waiting for 4 hours I decided to shut my laptop down by holding the power button.After thatWindows 10just won’t load, and I can’t enter recovery mode. The screen just stays black after the loadscreen is finished. Could someone help me with this?”
What should I do if Windows 10 won’t enter recovery mode?
1. Hard Reboot PC
2. Force-Enter Safe Mode
If you cannot boot up in safe mode using this method, you can try the next solution.
3. Use a Recovery Drive
4. Repair startup
5. Restore system
One of the troubleshooting techniques here (using the recovery drive) should fix the problem. However, if the problem persists, you can try and enter the recovery mode via an installation media.
If you’ve tried all the troubleshooting techniques in this tutorial without making any headway, there is the likelihood of system corruption and/or hardware damage. Hopefully, that’s not the case, and theWindows 10 won’t enter Recovery modeerror won’t appear again.
Now that you’ve fixed this issue, why not look at our guide on how toexit Windows Recovery Mode?
In the event of corruption, you can use an antivirus program to scan and fix the error.
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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 has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
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