safe mode

Hi I downloaded Samsung Kies to enable me to read the messages on the computer, which were backed up by Smart Switch from my Samsung phone. After installation of the new program, the icon of many programs was replaced with its icon (Kies). Also the programs did not work as they were not...

When using a Windows PC, it's not uncommon to encounter the frustrating "File in Use" error message when attempting to delete a file that's actively being utilized by another program. This error can prevent the deletion, renaming, or moving of the file in question. Many users may see a warning...

The Error Not_Safe_Mode_Driver can be a significant obstacle for users attempting to troubleshoot their systems in Safe Mode. This issue often arises when drivers cannot load properly during this restricted operating environment, causing frustration and potential downtime. In this article, we...

--- A common issue faced by Windows users is the DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE error, which can lead to a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). This error typically occurs when a device or driver attempts to transition into an invalid power state. It is identified by the stop code 0x9F, which signifies...

Windows users often find themselves in unexpected situations where they are tied out of their computers due to password issues. Occasionally, Windows may prompt you to input a password when you have never set one. This situation can arise due to various reasons such as security features, data...

The DEVICE_REFERENCE_COUNT_NOT_ZERO error is a Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) issue that can disrupt your Windows experience, typically stemming from driver malfunctions. This error presents itself as a system crash, often displaying a code value of 0x00000036. Fortunately, there are multiple ways...

Hi, pulling my hair out with this one. I have a PC running Windows 11 Insider preview which has been fine for ages. I came to boot up and it's now asking for a password. None has ever been set. I've been into the registry and there is no password in there. I can boot in safe mode but cannot get...

Windows 10 PC suddenly started giving blue screens, nothing I tried would get the PC to boot up properly, couldn't get into safe mode or anything. Tried to install from USB but that didn't work. I removed hard drive and using a reader I was able to access files etc....so hard drive is not...

First of all, all components were bought brand new. During the Nvidia driver installation, my screen goes black and Windows reboots. In the event log I see the entry 1001 BugCheck. Error code 0x00000116 and 0x00000124, as well as WHEA-Logger 16 The system works without a graphics card without...

Hello, I just registered. Auto repair displays: CRITICAL_ PROCESS_DIED. F8 safe mode won't open when starting up. Bought a recovery CD. Won't restore or reset. Command prompt: CHKDSK completed but sfc /scannow won't run, saying Windows Resource Protection. Can't boot into Windows 10 to open RUN...

Hello, I have encountered a problem on my (windows 10) PC which I am unable to fix and I need help. Below is what happened and what I have tried so far: It started when I opened multiple Twitch tabs on Chrome. My PC started freezing. After some seconds I entered the blue screen, saying to NOT...

Hello everyone, I need your help to resolve an annoying issue affecting my latest-generation Windows PC. The operating system is Windows 11, and the hardware configuration includes an Intel Core i7-11700K processor and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB graphics card. The bug I'm facing causes a...

Windows 10 and 11 Okay, I give up. "f8" is gone. If Windows won't load normally and I want to boot into safe mode at boot time (can set anything in Windows as it won't boot), how do I do it? Many thanks, -T

So when I was trying to go to safe mode I went to "msconfig" using "Run" then I clicked "boot" then I clicked safe boot and set it to minimal after that i clicked apply and restarted my pc and my pc shows the "HKC" logo then says "no signal" and then the "no signal" thing disappeared and then...

hello, please i need your help. three days ago, i was working with Opera and it blocked all of a sudden, after trials of reopenning it, i decided to uninstall it and reinstall it. however, the installation process blocked at 99% and this kept happening everytime i try to install some software...

I'm running Windows 11 22h2 on a Dell XPS 8950 desktop. My power settings specify Never sleep and never turn off screen. I run a screen saver app. I shut down my computer every night and power up (so boot) the next day. Many days I'm at my computer most of the day, or at least on-and-off. Some...

Hi, I have a windows 10 machine installed with a dual boot of manjaro linux. I have grub installed as the boot loader. Now, the issue is that my windows 10 updates doesn't complete. I wanted to try and start up in safe mode but there's no options at all. Windows 10 boots normally and fine but...

I've been trying to remove File protection from a file from a USB and then delete it for a little while now I Tried. Removing disk attributes from the USB Starting up in SafeMode Delete The File From Command Prompt. Still Can Not Delete the File. If anyone knows how to help me out...

Hi, i checked safe mode on by pressing Windows and R and searching msiconfig and ticked safe boot as minimal. Now when i start pc its just a black screen showing on the monitor. I cant reach login screen or see bios screen is there anyway to disable this as i start up? Many thanks

A few days ago, my computer started to freeze during regular use. The screen, mouse, and keyboard freeze, and the red led (in my case) that blinks rapidly when there is disk activity stays lit continuously. The only way to stop this behavior is to shut down the computer by using the power...