Basic solutions when Windows refuses to boot. Windows OS won't load Why Windows 7 won't start

Good afternoon everyone!

Despite the fact that each new version of Windows becomes more stable and reliable, it still often causes unpleasant incidents...

For example, a seemingly trivial thing, a power outage and an emergency shutdown can easily lead to the fact that after turning on the computer - Windows won't boot anymore (moreover, this also applies to the newfangled Windows 8.1, 10)! Although, of course, there are many more reasons for this misfortune.

Actually, in this article I want to look in more detail at what can be done to restore Windows boot(or at least minimize your losses).

By the way, it’s worth clarifying right away one moment:

And so, now closer to the topic...

The first thing I would advise you to do is pay attention to the screen. You can often see an error message, its code, and description on it (and knowing this information, it will be easier to find and diagnose the cause).

For example, the photo below shows one of the typical errors “Disk boot failure...” (an error related to the boot media, according to its solution, I have). I note that in your case the error may be slightly different (there are quite a lot of them).

In general, all the popular errors that can be seen at the computer boot stage have long been sorted out by many specialists (including on the official Microsoft website).

In general, the message of the first step is simple: If you see a specific error, write it down and try to find a guide to solve that specific problem. The situation is worse when there are no errors at all and it is not clear what to do next...

⇒ By the way!

If after turning on your PC/laptop you just have a black screen (i.e. there is no image on it) - I recommend that you read these instructions:

STEP 2: Disconnect all "unnecessary" equipment from the computer

The next thing I would advise is to disconnect all unnecessary equipment from the laptop/computer: second monitor, printers, mice, speakers, headphones, etc. Particular attention to flash drives, CD/DVD drives, SD cards, and other storage devices.

The fact is that with certain BIOS settings, the computer can “search” for boot entries on the same flash drive, and if it doesn’t find them, it simply won’t proceed to boot Windows from the hard drive.

Note: after you disable everything “unnecessary”, restart your computer.

STEP 3: Check BIOS settings

If you changed the BIOS settings (or reset them, for example) or connected another hard drive to the PC, it may happen that the BOOT section contains incorrect settings (for example, the wrong boot device may have been selected).

As an example, below is a photo of the BOOT section. Pay attention to the sequence: 1st is the CD/DVD drive, 2nd is the hard drive. In some cases, the PC may “refuse” to boot Windows from the hard drive (in this sequence).

You need to: put the hard drive in first place, save the settings (usually the F10 key) and restart the PC.

⇒ Help! By the way, you can simply reset the BIOS settings to factory settings (as a rule, they are universal and by going to them you can solve most problems) -

STEP 4: Try to repair Windows bootloader


⇒ Addition!

Detailed instructions for restoring Windows functionality -

STEP 5: Scan your PC for viruses

Some viruses can corrupt system files, delete information from the hard drive, and block some functions and capabilities of the OS. All this can lead to a wide variety of problems with Windows, including the one discussed in this article. (moreover, restoring in the previous step can help exactly until the next reboot).

In order to scan your OS disk for viruses (when Windows itself does not boot), you can resort to two ways:

  • remove hard drive from a computer/laptop and connect it to another device on which a modern antivirus with updated databases is installed ();
  • create a LiveCD flash drive (i.e. from which you can boot even if your PC does not have a hard drive) and run the HDD check from it. Now such images for recording on a flash drive can be downloaded from official antivirus websites.

⇒ Help!

How to create a bootable LiveCD/DVD/USB flash drive or disk with the Windows operating system and service utilities that do not require installation on a hard drive -

Often, many users wait for Windows to load for 5-10 minutes (some of them, by the way, think that it has frozen and are in a hurry to restart the PC and wait this time again).

In general, the first thing I would advise you to do in this case is check startup(the more programs it contains, the longer it will take to load the OS). Pay special attention to any torrent programs: if you have hundreds of torrents in them, downloading can become very long!

In Windows 10, to view startup, just open the task manager (key combination Ctrl+Shift+Esc). You can also use various specials. utilities, for example, .

In addition, check Windows using some utility to clean up garbage, temporary files, fix errors in the registry, etc. All this together can also seriously affect the speed of the OS.

I have a separate article on my blog dedicated to the best utilities for maintaining and cleaning Windows -

⇒ Addition!

Why does a computer (laptop) take so long to boot/reboot, what can I do to boot Windows faster? -

STEP 7: how can you copy your data from the disk if Windows still won’t boot

If all the previous recommendations did not bring success, then before formatting and reinstalling Windows (or some other more radical measures), it is advisable to make a copy of all important documents from the hard drive. You never know...what if something goes wrong?..

Method 1

The easiest way is to remove the hard drive, connect it to another computer and transfer all important data from it. By the way, now on sale you can easily find various “boxes” for connecting an HDD to a regular USB port (it makes the work much easier).

Method 2

That's all for now...

For additions - a separate merci!

Very often we encounter operating system problems. The issue is especially unpleasant when Windows 7 does not start at all. But let’s look at everything in more detail. In order to correctly and reliably understand this issue, it would be good to study its main components.

After all, this problem does not happen on its own. In the article we will also tell you what to do to try to quickly resume Windows 7 (if possible).

You can contact our service for a solution to this and other problems of laptops and computers using the contacts in the header of the site and our specialists will do the work inexpensively, efficiently and on time

And so, let's go.

The operating system (OS) Windows 7 and its predecessors are very popular, and a huge amount of money is spent on their development. Despite this, it happens that they often do not work very stable or do not want to start at all.

Moreover, it would seem that you didn’t do anything special at the computer, but Windows works unstable and incorrectly. Well, since a lot of important and necessary information is usually stored on the computer (), a sudden interruption in work can bring a lot of trouble.

You have to take the computer in for repairs, and there is a possibility of losing all important information on the hard drive (as a result, if you try to solve the problem yourself). And these are usually working documents and educational documents, ranging from electronic lectures to coursework and a host of other important files.

Almost everything lost (deleted) can be restored; for more details about this service, read the article recover data. Therefore, you should never hope that “it will carry me through.”

It is important to understand that many problems can be avoided by treating the operating system correctly.

Common reasons why Windows 7 won't start

One of the reasons is the inability to boot due to damage to the OS registry, as a result of which it cannot boot and proceeds according to instructions, i.e. does a reboot in the hope that the next boot will fix the problem.

The situation is, of course, not simple; to understand it, it is worth finding out the possible reasons for its occurrence.

So why might Windows 7 crash? This usually happens for the following reasons:

  1. Failure in computer parts, which can also occur due to problems with the network power supply
  2. Malicious programs or viruses that damage the registry itself (you need a good antivirus, even a free but reliable one will do)
  3. Hard drive failures - its complete or partial failure. Most often without special repairs. service or replacement is not necessary. Moreover, it would be nice to always monitor its status, since you can instantly, if it breaks, lose all your accumulated files on your computer
  4. Problems with the file system can be restored, but the process is not simple and requires special knowledge and tools
  5. Also, if you installed some new device due to which a failure occurs, namely a problem with the drivers of this device, which simply may not be suitable for this operating system
  6. And, what happens not so rarely is mechanical damage to the hard drive, i.e. if you somehow dropped or hit it (the system unit gave in or the laptop was dropped, etc.) or its service life has simply expired

If we summarize for the reasons listed above, then at home you can only cope with point 2.5 at best. Most often, you cannot do without additional help. You ask, what is the benefit of the article then? Well at least:

  • You save time, do not waste it on unsuccessful attempts to fix the problem, but immediately turn to professional help. This way you save time and sometimes money
  • You will also find information here about what breakdowns most often occur, which means you will pay more attention to these points in order to prevent them (fortunately there is plenty of information here on the site and on the Internet in general) or to know how to act most quickly when they occur, which again saves time

Popular ways to solve the problem of starting Windows 7, that is, what can be done on the spot without asking for help

Running Last Known Good Configuration

The simplest thing you can try right away is to select Run Last Known Good Configuration in the menu that appears when loading the OS. This method, although not often, can help; it sends the OS to the last successfully saved point to boot from it.

It activates like this: When booting your PC, press the F8 key. Thus, a black screen with command lines should appear in front of you. We select the launch of the last known good configuration we need:

As a result, a reboot will occur and an attempt to boot from the last successfully recorded version of the system, in which everything worked stably. This doesn't always help. So, if it doesn’t work, then read on.

Starting in Safe Mode

Next, we can use a method called “safe mode”, i.e. booting Windows 7 in safe mode. This mode is turned on again when the computer boots with the F8 key, or rather, the selection menu only appears there. Here we select “safe mode” at the top.

What does this mode provide? And it allows us to boot the OS without drivers, i.e. almost clean operating system:

  • Firstly, this may immediately suggest that the problem, if the boot took place in safe mode and you ended up in Windows, is a failure of the device drivers. You need to delete them until you find the faulty one.
  • Secondly, there is a chance to go in and, for example, scan the system for viruses using the free scanner Dr.Web CureIt! - we highly recommend it if you need to clean your system from viruses. Just write it in a search engine and add “download”, then simply download it from the official website free.drweb.ru

Dust accumulation inside the system unit

Albeit not often, but the reason why Windows 7 does not boot may be simple dust or oxidation of contacts, i.e. take it and just take it out - insert all the computer connectors such as mice, keyboards, video cards, monitors, etc. And blow them out or clean them with a brush or something else.

By cleaning the parts from dust often enough, you can restore normal operation of your PC.

Reset system settings to default

The next method takes us inside the system unit. It has a motherboard on which all the computer parts are attached - processor, video card, etc. And on this motherboard, if you look closely, there is usually a battery at the bottom that stores the computer’s boot settings when it is unplugged.

You just need to take and remove the battery, wait about a minute and put it back, of course this must be done with the cord unplugged from the outlet. Otherwise, the settings will not be lost. This method can help in many situations, so don't neglect it. Also, don’t forget that if the time and date on your computer get lost, just replace the battery. It’s easy to buy, just come to any “battery store :)” and say - please give me a 2032 coin-cell battery - this is exactly what you need. All things.

It’s unfortunate to conclude, but if you still can’t start Windows 7, you’ll have to reinstall it

There is a lot of information on this site on this issue in case the OS no longer starts and you have to reinstall it. In general, in most cases, this is the most reliable way to get a new high-quality and fast-running Windows.

True, we should not forget that only an experienced master can reliably carry out this process. If you decide to use the services of such a specialist, then simply contact us using the contacts in the header of the site. Don't worry, we're not saying that only we can do this, not at all.

If you can also reinstall and configure Windows quite well, then that’s just great. But it often happens that the user does not have such an opportunity, so in this case we offer our services so that the PC can be restored as quickly and reliably as possible.

Conclusion

And so we have looked at the main ways you can try to get out of the situation when for some reason Windows 7 does not start. Many other factors can influence the startup, we have looked at the most basic ones. We recommend that you contact our service for quality assistance and get the fastest, stably working computer or laptop.

The Windows 7 operating system is the most popular and successful OS from Microsoft, installed on 50 percent of all personal computers worldwide. After the failed Vista, users happily switched to the new OS, and even after the release of the “eight” and “ten” they are in no hurry to update. A computer running Win 7 is a fast and productive device that copes with the everyday tasks that the user assigns to it. However, PC owners often report that there is a problem with starting the device.

In some scenarios, the computer refuses to start, showing an error message

Depending on the content of this message (or in the absence of such a message at all), you should build a strategy for diagnosing the device and carry out the recovery procedure.

Error with the text "Disk boot failure"

That is why the first thing you should do when such an error occurs is to disconnect all drives from the PC and check the drives for the presence of disks in them

The list of next steps depends on what actually causes the error, so it's worth checking:

  1. Device order in BIOS. It is recommended to set the HDD as the “First device” so that the PC looks for boot files on the main hard drive, and only then uses other hardware.
  2. Check if the HDD is displayed in the list of devices on the first screen of the PC. If not, then this is a reason to disassemble the device and check whether the hard drive is connected correctly to the Mother Board, or check the functionality of the equipment on another PC.
  3. Check to see if the battery on the motherboard is dead. This battery is responsible for storing BIOS settings when the computer is turned off: every time the power is lost, the settings return to the factory settings, and the computer again looks for boot entries in the wrong place, as a result of which Windows does not start.

Error "BOOTMGR is missing"

The second common error in which Windows 7 does not start greets the user with the text “BOOTMGR is missing”

The essence of this error is that the program that is responsible for loading the OS is missing or damaged on the system disk.

Tip: as in the case of the “Disk boot failure” problem, it is recommended to first disconnect all unnecessary storage media from the PC and check the order in which the devices are read. Only if this does not help should you proceed to further manipulations.

Microsoft has developed a startup repair tool specifically to solve problems with boot firmware. To use it, you must:

  • Start your computer.
  • A second before the OS loading screen with the Windows logo should appear, press the F8 key.
  • Among the list of boot options, click on the line “Troubleshoot your computer”, after which the Windows 7 Startup Repair Wizard will begin.
  • Select “System Restore” in the window that appears.

First, the system will prompt the user to indicate the OS that needs diagnostics, and then ask for a tool that needs to be used to fix the problems that have arisen.

You should indicate your WIN7 in the first stage, and in the second select “Startup Repair”

In most cases, the described manipulations should solve problems with starting Windows 7.

In a situation where system recovery does not work on Windows 7, it is recommended to insert the installation disk into the drive, since it also contains an OS recovery tool.

Error "NTLDR is missing"

But the occurrence of this problem most often indicates either a hardware malfunction of the HDD or damage to the ntldr system file. The best way to diagnose the problem is to remove the drive and use another computer to test the functionality of the hardware.

However, before disconnecting the HDD and checking its functionality, it is advisable to make sure that another hard drive is not currently connected to the computer, and that it is not installed first in the list of boot devices. As a rule, after changing the boot order or disabling conflicting hardware, you can still turn on Windows 7.

The text notification “NTLDR is missing”, which also does not boot the Windows system, is somewhat less common than the two problems described above

The problem with NTLDR can also appear in a scenario where the user has installed several OSes on one HDD. In this case, the method for restoring the launch of Windows 7, described in the block with the error “BOOTMGR is missing,” will help.

If after completing the steps described above you still cannot start your computer, you should check the HDD for viruses using another device or a special disk from Dr.Web or Kaspersky. You should also copy the Ntdetect.com file and NTLDR itself, which is located at the root of the partition, from the second computer. An important condition is that the OS on both computers must be identical.

Black screen

Another known problem is a black screen after loading Windows 7. The OS goes through all the startup stages, boots successfully, but at the moment when the login screen should appear, nothing happens at all. At first it may seem like it is taking a long time to boot the computer, but the active mouse cursor reveals another problem here - a blocked Explorer.exe file. This is Windows Explorer, responsible for displaying the desktop, folders and most of the OS graphical interface.

A black screen after starting Windows 7 can be treated by manually opening Explorer. To do this, you need to press “CTRL” + “ALT” + “DEL” on the keyboard simultaneously, check that Explorer.exe is not in the list of processes, and then use the “File” -> “Run new task” function to try to launch it yourself by entering in the process name text field.

If this solution does not help, you should start Windows in safe mode and check the functionality of Explorer there.

To turn on your PC this way, you need to press F8 before the OS boot screen, and then select “Safe Mode with Command Line Support” from the list of options

After loading the OS, the user will see a command line in which he must enter “explorer.exe”. If in safe mode the contents of the desktop are displayed and folders are opened, then the root of the problem lies in one of the programs installed on the computer. In some cases, Windows 7 does not boot normally due to antivirus software, and in others due to incorrectly installed updates. You should remember what actions were performed on the device recently and cancel them by uninstalling new software or rolling back Windows to a restore point.

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Now you know what to do if Windows 7 does not boot.

  1. Enter the account name and password:
  1. A menu will now appear with the option to select a recovery tool:

Let's consider their purpose:

  • Automatic diagnostic mode. Fixes most minor bugs.
  • Rollback the operating system to a previous checkpoint.
  • Allows you to restore Windows from a copy that the user saved on your hard drive or external storage device in advance.
  • The memory test program is launched if problems with RAM are observed. For example, the “blue screen of death” when working with a PC.
  • Allows you to execute commands outside the running OS.

Using points 2 and 3 is possible only in cases where the user has taken care of creating checkpoints/archiving data in advance.

To begin, select the first item.

  1. The PC will launch the diagnostic tool, which will automatically start working. This one looks like this:
  1. Wait until the end, no matter how long the verification procedure takes. The utility will ask your permission to restore. Click “Restore”:
  1. After another couple of minutes, the software will finish working, and you will see the final window. Click on the marked button and wait for the device to reboot:
  1. A black splash screen with the Windows 7 logo will appear on the screen - the usual startup of the operating system:

If the procedure was successful, then you can easily start your PC and continue to use it as before. If the problem cannot be fixed, and the computer still freezes or does not start when loading, then we try other methods.

Restore from a checkpoint

Windows, by default, periodically creates checkpoints tied to certain events. You can perform a rollback from a working OS, but not in our case.

  1. To do this, open the troubleshooter again according to the previous instructions and run the second option:
  1. After this, we wait for the checkpoint wizard to turn on and follow the algorithm. On the first screen, click “Next”.
  1. We select a save point based on the date when there was no OS malfunction. We continue the procedure.
  1. We start the recovery process with the “Finish” button. After this, a confirmation window will appear.
  1. If the restore is successful, you will see the following window. Reboot the computer.
  1. Wait until your computer turns on. If the operation is successful, the following message will appear on the screen. You can simply close it and continue using the device!

In most cases, the checkpoint option helps when making incorrect changes to system settings or the registry.

If the user previously created a system backup, he will be able to restore the OS state using it. To do this you need to do this:

  1. Open the diagnostic and recovery tool again when you start the computer using the F8 key. Select the third item.
  1. Check the box “Select a system image” and move on to the next step.
  1. The table should contain a list of archived operating systems to which the computer has access. Select the one you need and click “Next”. After this, automatic recovery of Windows from the image will begin. If the list is missing, as shown in the screenshot, it means that the system did not archive automatically.

The software is restored along with all user settings and configuration.

Another option available in the standard recovery wizard. With its help, you can install a backup copy of the registry, diagnose system files, and restore boot files.

  1. Open the corresponding item in the recovery environment:
  1. A regular command line window appears in front of us with only one difference: for cmd launched without Windows, the hard drives are offline. Therefore, entering commands will look slightly different. Enter the line sfc /scannow /offbootdir=C:\ /offwindir=C:\Windows, where the first path indicates the system drive letter, and the second indicates the path to the Windows folder. Press Enter to apply.

Now we wait for the end of checking the structure of system files. If the utility was able to find problematic sectors or data, then the next time you turn on the computer will work properly.

Safe mode

When you turn on your PC, you can launch a menu with an expanded list of actions. Among them there is both Lunch Startup Repair, described above, and other extremely useful tools.

Safe Mode does not always start. If there is serious damage or malfunction of the equipment, this option does not work.

  1. When you restart your computer, press F8. You need to be in time before the Windows boot screen appears. If you click at the right time, you will see the following:
  1. Here you need to start safe mode (normal, with network drivers for Internet access or with the command line). To restore, it is advisable to choose the third option. Then you need to wait until the program downloads all the files:

Externally, Safe Mode of Windows 7 is very different from the standard OS. A simplified interface and a black desktop will appear on the screen. In this mode, you can rollback to a checkpoint.

We can say that the functionality of Safe Mode is an analogue of the recovery tool mentioned above. However, you can run some programs and work with files here, which is a plus.

Let's look at the instructions for starting recovery from a checkpoint:

  1. Open “Start” and go to “Control Panel”.
  1. Go to the “Recovery” section.
  1. Now click the marked button to launch the wizard.

It is not possible to restore using a system image in safe mode (only in normal mode).

Now let's look at the command line functionality in Safe Mode:

  1. We launch the application through a search in the Start menu or Win + R by entering the cmd command.
  1. Enter the command chkdsk /r and press Enter to analyze the hard drive.
  1. Accept the prompt to check the disk at next restart using the Y key.
  1. Restart your PC, then wait until the scan is completed. If possible, the utility will correct errors and damage.

It is impossible to analyze the active partition while Windows is running, which is why the procedure will be carried out during restart.

The next option to use the command line for your own purposes is to restore startup files. This method will help get rid of the error with the text “BOOTMGR is missing”, after which the computer endlessly reboots. In cmd you need to enter the command bcdboot.exe C:\Windows (you need to change the letter of the system partition to yours) and press Enter:

The damaged startup files will be replaced with new ones. After reinstallation, you need to check the “Seven” for trouble-free activation.

Repairing the Windows registry

Now let's restore the registry log via the command line. The properties and capabilities of the registry include recording all system changes. If the user has updated any parameters or installed software, the registry records this. Due to failures in it, problems may arise when starting Windows 7. Consider manually restoring registry backups:

  1. Launch the command line through “Troubleshoot your computer” and enter the command notepad. We will need a notepad to gain access to the explorer.
  1. Press the combination Ctrl + O to make the explorer appear. Now open the path C:\\Windows\system32\config.
  1. Here are the files with the names marked in the screenshot - this is the current registry. You need to rename them. For example, add ".OLD" at the end.
  1. When all the files have been renamed, open the “RegBack” folder, where the backup copies are stored.
  1. Select one file at a time (it will not be possible to copy everything together), press Ctrl + C.
  1. We return to the “Config” directory and use Ctrl + V to paste the backup file. We perform the same operation with all other documents.
  1. Now all that remains is to restart the computer and check the status of Windows

To use this method, you must restart your computer again and press F8.

Pay attention to the “Last Known Good Configuration” item:

When choosing this option, the program selects the optimal parameters of the “seven”, at which the system launched successfully.

Virus check

A protected computer works much more stable and longer. There is often a situation where a PC is so infected with viruses that it refuses to start or be updated through special tools. Since we cannot check this in the usual way, a safe one comes to the rescue. We turn it on, load the network drivers and do the following:

  1. To scan the system and remove viruses, you need a similar scanner. You may ask: can I scan my PC with my antivirus? Of course you can if you have it installed.
  2. Launch the downloaded file. The utility does not undergo long initialization and will not be updated - this is its advantage over antiviruses. On the first screen, check the box.
  1. Now click the “Start scan” button.
  1. We are waiting for the application to scan the entire system. If the ticker stops for a while, don't be alarmed - this is normal.
  1. At the end of the procedure, you will see the following window. If the problem is not a virus, then the threats will not be detected. Otherwise, the program itself will delete them or quarantine them.

Setting download priority

If, when you turn on the computer, a screen appears with the text “DISK BOOT FAILURE, INSERT SYSTEM DISK AND PRESS ENTER,” then there is a high probability that the priority in the BIOS parameters is incorrectly set.

Don't forget to check the connection of the hard drive to the computer, perform a performance test on another device, and run diagnostics. If the equipment is working properly, then “Seven” does not load due to priority.

Let's learn how to open BIOS and work with it:

  1. When the PC just turns on, you need to press F2 on the first screen. After this you will see the following interface:
  1. Control is carried out only by keys (hint at the bottom of the screen). With their help, go to the “Boot” section.
  1. You can save changes and immediately restart your PC by pressing F10. After this, we agree to the action with the “Yes” button.

The appearance and management of the BIOS may vary slightly depending on the motherboard model or specific firmware. However, the principle of operation and the names of the sections are as similar as possible.

If you manage to load Windows, then rejoice - no additional operations will be required, and your OS is working. If this does not give results, then do not be discouraged and move on according to the instructions.

Using a bootable USB flash drive

If you don’t have a boot drive for Windows 7, you can create one yourself using an empty flash drive/DVD and instructions from our website.

So, to launch the bootable media menu, the skill of working with BIOS, acquired in the previous section of the instructions, will be useful. Press the menu start key again (it may differ depending on the model and firmware) when the computer starts, and go through the steps to set the priority. Only this time the connected flash drive is put in first place.

Restart your computer to launch the Windows 7 installer. After that, follow the instructions:

  1. At the language setting stage, click “Next”.

To reset the settings to factory settings, you need to disconnect the computer from the network, remove the battery and after 1-2 minutes put it back. After this, turn on the device and check operation. Remember that with such a reset, the date and time in the settings disappears - you need to set them again.

If the date and time are constantly reset to factory settings, then you cannot do without replacing the battery with a new one.

Option for laptops

If your licensed Windows 7 on your laptop crashes, repairs can be done without diagnostic tools or bootable media. The OS is restored using the built-in recovery utility. Each laptop manufacturer has them differently, but they have approximately similar controls and interface in Russian.

The application can be launched both in the working “Seven” and before turning on the laptop. One of the system keys or a combination is responsible for launching. For example, on HP devices it is F11, on Acer Alt +F10 and so on. Through this application, an OS license is installed, which does not require further activation.

When nothing helps

You may also need the help of a specialist if we are talking about hardware faults. Often the cause is the motherboard, hard drive or RAM. Without professional knowledge, you won't be able to fix your PC.

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You came home from school or work, decided to check new messages in your email inbox and social networks, turned on your computer with the latest version of the Windows operating system installed on it, but for some reason the OS refused to start normally. What to do, if Windows 7 won't load?

There may be a lot of reasons why Windows 7 won't load., ranging from problems with installed software to hardware malfunction. Usually, if any of the computer parts are faulty, this can be heard during the initial testing of the computer components.

Surely, when you booted your computer, you heard a short beep coming not from the speakers, but from the built-in speaker in the system unit. This signal means that all computer components are working properly. If there is no signal, or if the signal is long or there are several of them, this indicates a malfunction of one of the components. That’s why Windows 7 won’t boot. You can read about what exactly these or other signals mean during boot.

But what to do if, judging by the signal, everything is fine with the “stuffing” of the computer, but the operating system still does not boot? If you have two hard drives, the boot order in the BIOS may be out of order: The first disk in the boot queue is not the one on which the system is installed. Naturally, the system cannot boot. To check this guess, you need to check the boot queue when you boot the computer (how to do this should be written in the instructions for your motherboard) and, if necessary, change it.

If the desired disk is first in the boot queue, remember Have you installed any new programs or connected new devices?. Perhaps this is where the problem lies (especially if the operating system loaded normally before, but crashed immediately after installation). What to do in this case?

Try again the next time you boot your computer. If you succeed, first check and remove all unnecessary programs from there. If you recently installed a program or piece of hardware and think it might be the problem, try uninstalling the program in Safe Mode or disabling the hardware and uninstalling the associated driver. It also wouldn’t hurt to scan your computer for viruses using one of the antivirus utilities in safe mode.

If Windows 7 does not boot even in safe mode, try to find an installation disk with the operating system - it will be useful to you. Most likely, the problem is a damaged MBR (Master Boot Record), the installation disk will help restore the MBR and, accordingly, normal loading of the operating system.

Insert the Windows 7 installation disk or system recovery disk into the drive and boot from disk(usually to boot from disk you need to press a certain key at boot or set the boot priority in the BIOS). If you are prompted to select a language when booting from a disk, do so, and then select recovery from the list of suggested options.

You will have to wait for some time for the computer to collect information about the installed systems and offer you a list of possible systems to restore. You need to select the appropriate Windows installation. You may be prompted to automatically fix your system. Why not try it - it might help. If you don’t want to try automatic correction, you just need to select “No”.

The next step will be the system recovery settings window. Here you can start with the Startup Repair option - restoring startup in automatic mode. It is also possible to restore the MBR manually. To do this, select command line mode and enter the following commands at the command prompt:

  • bootrec.exe /fixmbr
  • bootrec.exe /fixboot

The first command will restore the MBR (in some cases this is quite enough), the second - boot sector of the system hard disk partition and boot configuration data. After completing the recovery, restart the computer without the boot disk in the drive.

As you can see, there are several reasons why Windows 7 does not load, so the ways to solve this problem may be different. In advanced cases, it may be necessary to reinstall the system, but Usually it is possible to solve the problem in other ways.

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