lilshreck

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Hi,

This explanation is pretty long, so get comfortable.

Before the error I had Windows 8.1. After installing a conversion skin wrong(getting a version for Windows 8 instead of Windows 8.1), I was forced to refresh my computer. It was downgraded back to Windows 8. Afterwards, i went to Windows Update and installed updates for my computer(there was around 100). When it was finished I restarted my computer.

Afterwards, it boots into Automatic Repair. Trying to boot into Windows normally freezes on the ASUS logo.

So I refreshed my computer again and did some tests. I tried a number of things, such as doing one at a time or a few at a time, which all ended at the Automatic Repair.

On the infiniteth refresh, I downloaded the Windows Update Troubleshooter.

It said it resolved 3 problems:
-Windows Update error 0x80070003(current time stamp)
-Service registration is missing or corrupt
-Problems installing recent updates (half the time says Not Fixed)

But nothing seems to be fixed, and the same errors return whenever the troubleshooter is ran.

Looking into it, I found that my version of Windows Update Agent(7.8.9200.16465) did not match the version of the most updated (7.8.9200.16693). I did a google search and found no easy way to re download.

Afterwards I did a full system reset, which did not make a difference. But trying to boot into Safe Mode gave me "failed to configure updates. Reverting Changes". It seemed to be frozen, so I force shut down the computer.

And this is where I'm at now. Is there anything that I can do to fix this?

Computer Specs:
ASUS
Windows 8
Intel Core i7-4500 CPU @ 1.80 GHz
7.89 GB Usable RAM
64-bit OS and Processer

Connected Items during Updates:
HDMI cable
Ethernet Cable
Charger Cord


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It appears that you've encountered a series of issues after refreshing your computer and installing updates, leading to boot problems and Automatic Repair loops. Here are some steps and suggestions to troubleshoot and resolve the issues on your ASUS computer running Windows 8:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

  1. Recovery Options:
    • Boot into Safe Mode: Try booting into Safe Mode to see if you can access the system. This can help diagnose if a specific driver or software is causing the issue.
    []Windows Update Troubleshooter:
    • Run Troubleshooter: If you can access the system, run the Windows Update Troubleshooter again to see if it can resolve any persistent update errors.
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It appears that you've encountered a series of issues after refreshing your computer and installing updates, leading to boot problems and Automatic Repair loops. Here are some steps and suggestions to troubleshoot and resolve the issues on your ASUS computer running Windows 8:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

  1. Recovery Options:
    • Boot into Safe Mode: Try booting into Safe Mode to see if you can access the system. This can help diagnose if a specific driver or software is causing the issue.
    []Windows Update Troubleshooter:
    • Run Troubleshooter: If you can access the system, run the Windows Update Troubleshooter again to see if it can resolve any persistent update errors.
    [
    ]Windows Update Agent:
    • Updating WUA: As the Windows Update Agent (WUA) version mismatch can cause issues, try updating it to the latest version manually. You may need to download the update package from the Microsoft Update Catalog.
    []System Restore:
    • Restore Point: If available, consider using System Restore to revert your system to a point before the issues occurred.
    [
    ]SFC Scan:
    • System File Checker: Run a System File Checker scan to check for and repair corrupted system files that may be causing the boot issues.
    []Disk Check:
    • Check Disk: Perform a disk check to ensure there are no disk errors causing the boot problems.
    [
    ]Startup Repair:
    • Automatic Repair: Let the system attempt Automatic Repair and Startup Repair to see if it can fix any boot-related issues.
    []External Devices:
    • Disconnect: Temporarily disconnect external devices like HDMI cables or Ethernet cables during boot to eliminate any conflicts that may be causing issues.

      Advanced Solutions:​

    [
    ]Media Creation Tool:
    • Windows 8.1 ISO: Consider using the Windows 8.1 Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB or DVD with the Windows 8.1 ISO. You can perform a repair or reinstallation using this method.
    []Driver Updates:
    • Driver Check: Ensure all device drivers are up to date, especially graphics and chipset drivers, to prevent compatibility issues.
    [
    ]Manufacturer Support:
    • ASUS Support: Check ASUS support for specific drivers or tools related to your model that may help resolve the boot issues.

      Caution:​

    • Backup Data: If possible, back up important data using an external drive or cloud storage before attempting any major changes to the system. If these steps do not resolve the boot problems and Automatic Repair loops, you may need to consider seeking professional assistance or contacting ASUS support for specific guidance related to your model. Feel free to ask for more detailed instructions on any of the troubleshooting steps above.
 
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