Is there a way to remove latest updates on a computer that will not boot even into safe mode?

Question

Hello,

A workstation got turned off during windows update. It goes straight to BSOD, you cannot boot it into safe mode as it also gives you a BSOD. I can boot of an external drive and get to a command prompt. Is there a folder I can empty or copy back to get it back to the way it was before the updates?

I've tried sfc, chkdsk, fixmbr, fixboot etc. etc. It will get a BSOD after any and all attempted fixes.

Answer 1

You need to Clean install Windows.

Answer 2

Hi Boe, thank you for coming to the forum.

I'm sorry to hear about the trouble you're facing, I will be happy to assist in the best way I can.

1. Hold down the power button for 10 seconds to turn off your device.
2. Press the power button again to turn on your device.
3. On the first sign that Windows has started (for example, some devices show the manufacturer’s logo when restarting) hold down the power button for 10 seconds to turn off your device.
4. Press the power button again to turn on your device.
5. When Windows starts again, hold down the power button for 10 seconds to turn off your device.
6. Press the power button again to turn on your device.
7. This time, allow your device to fully start up.
8. Select Advanced options.
9. Now that you're in winRE, on the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Repair > Restart.

If that didn't work, please try System Restore, Uninstall Update, or Reset PC in winRe.

For reference to the instructions provided. You may check this link. https://support.microsoft.com/windows/31ce2444-7de3-818c-d626-e3b5a3024da5

I hope this helps. Please don’t hesitate to get in contact if the above suggestions still didn't work. I will be more than happy to assist you further.

Answer 3

Double post