Windows startup repair — when the PC won't boot
Av Verkstadsteamet på Datorhjälp Lerum, datorreparatörer & it-specialister · Uppdaterad
When Windows will not start normally many panic — but recovery options often exist before you lose files. Start with hardware checks (power, display, USB sticks) then use built-in startup repair.
Before you start repair
Disconnect USB sticks and external drives — they can disturb boot order.
If you hear clicking from the disk or get DISK ERROR — shut down and contact us for data recovery.
If you have important files without backup: ask for help before formatting.
Getting to Advanced startup
Hold Shift + click Restart in Windows — or interrupt boot twice in a row so recovery mode often triggers.
Choose Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Repair.
If that fails: try System Restore to a point before the problem started.
chkdsk and bootrec
In Command Prompt (admin): chkdsk C: /f /r can find and repair filesystem errors (takes time).
For bootloader issues after disk cloning bootrec /fixmbr and bootrec /rebuildbcd may be needed — be careful if unsure.
We do this daily in the workshop — bring the PC to Lerum if you want to avoid the risk.
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- Mikä
- Startup repair is Windows built-in tools to fix bootloader and system files.
- Miksi
- Bad update, corrupt filesystem, wrong disk or bootloader after disk swap.
- Kuinka
- Advanced startup options, Startup Repair, System Restore, Command Prompt (chkdsk, bootrec).
- Kustannus
- Windows troubleshooting from 399 SEK. Data recovery for disk faults — /en/data-recovery.
- Riskit
- Incorrect DIY attempts can make the problem worse or cause data loss.
- Vaihtoehdot
- Remote support, visit our Lerum office or home visit in the surrounding area.
Asiantuntijavinkit
- Create recovery media on USB while the PC works — before a crisis.
- Note error codes on blue screen if you see them.
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Will I lose files with Startup Repair?
Startup Repair normally does not change personal files. Formatting and clean install do.
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