Error Code 0xc0000098

Question

Is there a way to fix this error code system32\boot\winload.efi I think it's called. I don't have a boot of windows on any of my storages tried fresh installing everything and messed up somewhere down the line. Do I just need to buy a new SSD?

Answer 1

Maybe its an issue with your SSD, maybe get it checked out in a repair shop or recreate the bootable USB because it might have issues or is corrupt.

Answer 2

Hi, thanks for reaching out. My name is Bernard a Windows fan like you. I'll be happy to help you out today, my timezone is UTC +8.

I understand the issue you have, there is nothing to worry I am here to help, the error code means that the Windows operating is looping and missing system files, this is happening if the Windows installer is corrupted or the hard drive has a hardware-related issue, in this case, I suggest trying to create another Windows 11 installation media to a different USB drive then try to reinstall it again, however, if the issue persists, I suggest contacting a local technician to physically check the device for any hardware-related issues.

Let me know how it goes and I hope that helps.

Bernard

Answer 3

That is strange, I think the current OS is corrupted or is missing some system files, try to get the SSD with the current OS empty and without the OS and install windows on the empty SSD.

Answer 4

Non of these worked and I used a laptop to get windows on a USB but it's just stuck on a blue screen then the PC shuts down.

Answer 5

You can perform startup repair, if it didn't work then try system restore.

Try startup repair and system restore, and try booting in safe mode to see if you could normally login, you would need to type this command, "sfc /scannow", if nothing worked, reinstall windows with a new USB.