automatic repair

Question

I’m trying to fix automatic repair loop it doesn’t boot correctly into windows

Answer 1

Hi,

Please use Windows installation media and try recovery steps described at https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4026030/how-to-use-windows-recovery-environment-winre-to-troubleshoot-common-s

Note, Step 7 may be faulty unfortunately.

If this will not help, use the same environment to run System Restore and roll back to the date before the problem appeared.

Please tell the result.

Answer 2

Use Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) to break the Automatic Repair loop and repair or reset the system.

1. Enter Windows Recovery Environment (if you are not already there)
   • Turn the PC on and wait for the Windows or manufacturer logo.
   • As soon as it appears, press and hold the power button until the device turns off.
   • Repeat this power‑on then forced‑off sequence twice.
   • On the third start, Windows should show Automatic Repair → select Advanced options.
2. Try Startup Repair
   • In WinRE, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Repair.
   • Choose your account and enter the password if prompted.
   • Let Startup Repair run and allow any restarts it performs.
   • If Windows starts successfully afterward, immediately install the latest Windows updates and device/firmware updates to help prevent future problems.
3. Use System Restore (if available)
   • In WinRE, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > System Restore.
   • Follow the on‑screen instructions to restore the PC to an earlier restore point from before the problem started.
   • After a successful start, install all current Windows and device updates.
4. Reset this PC (if repair and restore do not work)
   • In WinRE, select Troubleshoot > Reset this PC.
   • Choose one of:
     • Keep my files – reinstalls Windows, removes apps and settings, keeps personal files.
     • Remove everything – removes all personal files, apps, and settings.
   • Follow the prompts to complete the reset.
   • After Windows starts, reinstall apps and apply all updates.
5. If reset also fails or the loop continues
   • The system may have deeper corruption or hardware issues. At that point, use vendor or in‑person service options for hardware inspection and full system recovery.

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References:

• Windows Recovery Environment
• WinRE troubleshooting features
• Fix File Explorer if it won't open or start
• Unable to refresh or reset PC after Automatic Repair fails in Windows 8

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