[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/windows-10-automatic-repair-loop\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/windows-10-automatic-repair-loop\/","headline":"Windows 10 automatic repair loop","name":"Windows 10 automatic repair loop","description":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Causes Power, Corrupt file system, Blue Screens, Corrupt reg There isn\u2019t a single cause for a Windows 10 automatic repair loop, but there are several situations that are likely to cause it. Missing or corrupted system files are one of […]","datePublished":"2021-12-25","dateModified":"2025-10-14","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/author\/admin\/#Person","name":"Digby Saunders","url":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/author\/admin\/","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/07f69ae4be0ac9161acc3896df4c60993f6699394abd5e7edc36c3605e1bbbed?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/07f69ae4be0ac9161acc3896df4c60993f6699394abd5e7edc36c3605e1bbbed?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Person","name":"Digby Saunders","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/face.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/face.jpg","width":600,"height":60}},"url":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/windows-10-automatic-repair-loop\/","about":["Computer Repairs"],"wordCount":2693,"articleBody":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Causes Power, Corrupt file system, Blue Screens, Corrupt regThere isn\u2019t a single cause for a Windows 10 automatic repair loop, but there are several situations that are likely to cause it. Missing or corrupted system files are one of the more common causes, where Windows can\u2019t boot (or repair itself) because these essential files it needs to run aren\u2019t available.Other causes are power outages , blue screens, Registry corruptionThis prevents the Windows kernel (ntoskrnl.exe) and other essential Windows services from fully loading, preventing you from using your PC. Another issue that could cause a repair loop is a newly installed component or connected peripheral that\u2019s missing a device driver (or just isn\u2019t working correctly).Other problems, such as faulty components,\u00a0malware infection, corrupted system registry, and even broken installation files all point to a possible cause. Thankfully, many of the fixes you can try below will work for most causes of a Windows 10 automatic repair loop.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Run System Repair Tools (Chkdsk, SFC)It ‘s not easy to diagnose a startup repair loop so it is best to be methodical\u00a0 and use some common system repair tools. If Windows can\u2019t boot, you can usually force Windows to boot to a command prompt window using the Advanced Options menu screen.To do this, restart your PC and press the\u00a0F8\u00a0key on your keyboard before the Windows logo and spinning icon appears (you may need to repeat this step a few times). This should cause the Windows boot troubleshooting menu to appear. Select\u00a0See advanced repair options\u00a0to begin.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/2-Windows-Startup-Screen-Example.avif” alt=”PC REPAIRS” title_text=”Start up repair screen Computer Repairs” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” border_width_all=”2px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/4-Windows-Troubleshoot-Menu.avif” alt=”Computer Repairs using Windows 10″ title_text=”Windows Startup pc repairs” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/5-Windows-Troubleshoot-Option.avif” alt=”computer repairs ” title_text=”PC repairs System Restore” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6-Windows-Advanced-Options-Option.avif” alt=”Windows Startup Repair” title_text=”Windows-Advanced-Options- PC Repairs” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/8-Windows-Chkdsk-1.avif” alt=”pc Repairs using Check Disk Tool” title_text=”8-Windows-Chkdsk” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/9-Windows-SFC.avif” alt=”Computer Repairs using check disk” title_text=”sfc computer repairs” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”4px” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Run the Windows 10 DISM toolThe System File Checker utility above will fix system files using a local Windows image. If certain files become corrupted, Windows will replace them with the local image, but if this image itself has become corrupted, Windows can\u2019t repair itself.To overcome this, you can use the DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) tool to repair your system files first.To do this, press the\u00a0F8\u00a0key during boot up, then select\u00a0See advanced repair options.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/How-to-Use-DISM-Deployment-Image-Servicing-Management-in-Windows-10.png” alt=”Computer repairs using DISM” title_text=”PC repairs using DISM” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”4px” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/perform-system-restore-on-windows-10-from-boot-5.avif” alt=”Computer Repairs System Restore” title_text=”System Restore Computer Repairs” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]4\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Perform a System Restore which restores critical system files to a Previous point in time.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”4px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]If the problem occurs after an update you roll your pc back to the previous build.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”4px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Finally if all else fails you can take the machine back it’s factory default.\u00a0 While you lose any programs installed it’s factory state all data is retained.For more info on our PC repair services and startup repairs follow attached links.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Macrium Reflect Rescue MediaThe Macrium Reflect Windows boot overview includes the option to create a bootable rescue environment, in case Windows fails to boot. This is done by adding a “Macrium Reflect Rescue Media” selection to the Windows Boot Menu, which enables launching the rescue environment without external media. While this is a useful feature, it’s advisable to also have external rescue media (such as a USB or CD) as a precaution against drive failure.This section highlights the main characteristics and practical applications.With the Windows Boot Menu, you have direct access to the rescue media. This option is particularly helpful when Windows fails to boot properly.System restore: Utilizing the rescue environment, you have the ability to recover from a Windows update, software installation, or hardware failure by restoring a previously generated system image.Resolve Windows boot issues: The rescue media includes a helpful tool that can diagnose and fix configuration errors that hinder the startup of Windows.The rescue media enables the restoration of an image onto a new machine, even if Windows has never been installed on it. This process is referred to as bare-metal recovery.Establishing the Windows Boot Menu selectionAccess the Rescue Media Builder through either the “Rescue” button or the “Create Rescue Media…” option within the Macrium Reflect application.Choose “Add boot menu”: When using the Rescue Media Builder, make sure to select the option to add a boot menu.Simply follow the prompts provided by the builder to add the desired option to your BCD (Boot Configuration Data) store.To reboot your computer: Once the procedure is finished, a restart will be required. This will bring up the “Macrium Reflect System Recovery” or a comparable choice in your Windows boot menu, in addition to the usual Windows entry. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”review” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(3,55,104,0.57)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]What our Clients Say[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]             Posted on Google        Leki Wangdi     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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Posted on Google        Bernadette McEntee Hart     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Digby\u2019s service was excellent. The problems I was experiencing were solved and then some in good time . He was open to answering all my question with understandable language, not geek talk..         Posted on Google        Jack Baker     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very quick and professional. Will certainly return next time my compy bricks.         Posted on Google        Bronwyn Mutton     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm a happy customer! My HD had failed.Digby found parts and repaired it.He then retrieved precious data and copied to a good HD.Helpful, cheerful and a reasonable price         Posted on Google        Daniel Levis     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Digby is an intelligent and fast working man. Digby went above in helping me with my PC which started as a clean install to windows to rewriting the bios due a virus.Highly recommend.         Posted on Google        Loz Cumber     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Perth Computer Repairs Saved My Business!I have an old CNC machine that runs on Windows XP. When the hard drive failed, I also lost access to the obsolete software that operates the machine. I wasn\u2019t in a financial position to replace the CNC\u2014and even if I was, it would\u2019ve taken at least three months to get a new one.Thankfully, I called Digby. He came to my business promptly, clearly explained the recovery process, and outlined the potential risks. Digby managed to recover the hard drive and got my CNC up and running quickly.Since then, he\u2019s also built me a new computer and is helping with other IT-related needs.Thank you, Digby\u2014your expertise and support have been invaluable!         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