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How to Fix a Computer That Won’t Start in Safe Mode

How to Fix a Computer That Won’t Start in Safe Mode

What to Know

  • Use these tips if you’re “looped” back to the Startup Settings or ABO screen when trying to boot in Safe Mode.
  • Be sure to try every other startup method available to you if you haven’t already.
  • If none work, likely solutions include a Windows repair, System Restore, or repairing protected Windows files.

The Startup Settings (Windows 11, 10 & 8) and Advanced Boot Options menus (Windows 7, Vista, and XP) help to start Windows in specially configured ways to circumvent whatever problem prevents it from starting normally.


However, what if every option you try fails, and you’re right back at one of those screens when your computer restarts?



Why Your PC Won’t Start in Safe Mode

This Startup Settings loop or Advanced Boot Options loop, depending on your version of Windows, is a common way in which Windows won’t start. The reason could be that there’s

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