How to deal with SrtTrail.txt error?

Question

Firstly I don't know why this happen, but maybe somehow Windows automaticaly updated my Windows defender. Im trying to fix this until now, then Im going to my father for help. He solve it but its just a temporary fix, I mean it can be permanent but I just can log in to the windows when Im using Legacy boot mode instead UEFI. Its mean my system all will be more slower because Legacy is slower than UEFI so my question is "How to solve SrtTrail.txt and boot up with UEFI boot mode smoothly without any error?". I need a problem solver T-T...

Answer 1

Hi Dennis1928,

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

I'm Hahn and I'm here to help you with your concern.

The SrtTrail.txt error typically occurs when there's an issue with Windows startup, often due to corrupt system files or incorrect boot configurations. Here are steps you can take to resolve this issue and boot up smoothly in UEFI mode without errors:

1. Check Disk for Errors:
   • Boot your computer using a Windows installation media (USB or DVD).
   • Select "Repair your computer" instead of installing Windows.
   • Choose "Troubleshoot" > "Advanced options" > "Command Prompt."
   • In the Command Prompt window, type chkdsk C: /f /r and press Enter. Replace "C:" with the appropriate drive letter if your Windows installation is on a different drive.
   • Let the check disk utility scan and repair any disk errors.

Disclaimer: Running chkdsk can check the file system and file system metadata of a volume for logical and physical errors. To avoid any trouble for you, do not cancel or interrupt chkdsk, and back up important data.

2. Run Automatic Repair:
   • Follow the steps above to access the "Command Prompt" from the Windows installation media.
   • In the Command Prompt, type bootrec /fixmbr, bootrec /fixboot, and bootrec /rebuildbcd, pressing Enter after each command.
   • Restart your computer and see if the issue is resolved.
3. Check System Files:
   • Still in the Command Prompt from the Windows installation media, type sfc /scannow and press Enter. This command will scan and repair system files. Type DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth and press Enter. Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files - Microsoft Support
   • If the System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool finds any issues and repairs them, restart your computer and check if the SrtTrail.txt error is gone.
4. Reset BIOS/UEFI Settings:
   • Access your computer's BIOS/UEFI settings during startup (usually by pressing a key like F2, Del, or Esc).
   • After resetting BIOS/UEFI settings, try booting into Windows with UEFI mode enabled.

It's important to note that making changes to system settings and files can have unintended consequences, so proceed cautiously and always back up important data before attempting major changes.

I hope this helps. If there is anything not clear, please do not hesitate to let me know.

Your Sincerely

Hahn - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist