window startup repair error

Step 1: Boot into Safe Mode​

1. Restart the Virtual Machine: When the VM starts, press the F8 key continuously until the Advanced Boot Options menu appears.
2. Choose Safe Mode: Select Safe Mode with Command Prompt if available.

   Step 2: Run Windows Start Repair​

3. Access Command Prompt: In the Safe Mode with Command Prompt, run the following command:
   Code:

    sfc /scannow

4. Wait for the Scan: Allow the System File Checker (sfc) to scan and repair any corrupted system files.

   Step 3: Check Disk for Errors​

5. Launch Command Prompt: Use the Command Prompt in Safe Mode.
6. Run chkdsk Command: Execute the following command to check for disk errors:
   Code:

    chkdsk C: /f

   Replace C: with the drive letter where the Windows 7 Virtual Machine is installed.

   Step 4: Check Startup Configuration​

7. Access Boot Configuration Data (BCD): In Command Prompt, run the following commands:
   Code:

    bootrec /scanos bootrec /rebuildbcd

   Step 5: Access System Restore​

8. Launch System Restore: If System Restore points are available, run System Restore from the Command Prompt.

   Step 6: Access the Registry Editor​

9. Edit Registry Settings: Use the Registry Editor from the Command Prompt to correct any critical system settings.

   Step 7: Reinstall/Repair Windows 7​

10. Reinstall Windows: As a last resort, consider reinstalling Windows 7 to repair any critical system issues causing the boot repair loop. If these steps don't resolve the issue, you may need to create a new virtual machine and mount the existing virtual disk to recover your files. Backup your files regularly to avoid data loss.