File not found in Windows system folder; PC starts even when you pick Windows 11 manually

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop File not found in Windows system folder; PC starts even when you pick Windows 11 manually

BisexualBamboo
Junior Member

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM

About two days ago my computer began to display a blue screen, indicating it couldn't load Windows 11. The message mentioned a missing or corrupted file at /windows/system32/winload.efi. It seemed to automatically boot into Windows 11, which felt strange and a bit frustrating. I'm mainly concerned the issue might worsen. If it doesn’t resolve, I’m okay with the error but want to see the video at https://youtu.be/lihz23u6fPs?si=RUtV9Vk986Bv_nPr for reference.

BisexualBamboo

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM #1

RepoRizer
Posting Freak

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02-14-2025, 12:15 PM

Consider running a sfc /scannow from a command prompt. Verify the drive's health and examine its SMART table. It might indicate the drive is failing.

RepoRizer

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM #2

Consider running a sfc /scannow from a command prompt. Verify the drive's health and examine its SMART table. It might indicate the drive is failing.

ilija
Member

206

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM

No problems detected with the system operating at 98% health, even with 19,000 power hours recorded.

ilija

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM #3

No problems detected with the system operating at 98% health, even with 19,000 power hours recorded.

OffsetBadge
Member

191

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM

You can find help by searching online for the file. One example is the guide at https://woshub.com/windows-8-winload-efi...r-damaged/. Have you tried the Windows automatic startup repair?

OffsetBadge

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM #4

You can find help by searching online for the file. One example is the guide at https://woshub.com/windows-8-winload-efi...r-damaged/. Have you tried the Windows automatic startup repair?

Mrlugia01
Member

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM

Mrlugia01

02-14-2025, 12:15 PM #5