PC is trapped in boot cycle and automatic fix mode
PC is trapped in boot cycle and automatic fix mode
I had to reinstall my PC after moving out, everything functioned smoothly the first time I opened it after setup. However, without an internet connection because I hadn't connected the Ethernet cable yet, things didn't go as planned.
I reached out to the internet service provider to arrange for a cable connection and set up the network. The technician connected from a wall outlet using an Ethernet cable that wasn't functioning properly, which likely caused file corruption or hardware issues on the machine.
The computer failed to boot correctly, getting stuck in a loop either during startup or in the automatic repair process. I attempted to reset it when I eventually accessed Windows and ran various commands through the Cmd Prompt in the Automatic Repair interface (chkdsk and scannow), but these efforts were unsuccessful.
I also adjusted the Secure Boot settings in the BIOS, though it didn't resolve the problem.
Finally, I tried a clean installation of Windows from a USB drive. The installation process completed fully, but it crashed immediately after loading, restarting repeatedly in a loop. I had to force restart the PC using the physical button until it advanced to the next screen. After completing all installation steps, the system froze and entered another boot or repair cycle.
You forgot to mention the make, model and age of your PSU. Please mention the BIOS version for your motherboard as well as any other storage drives you may have hooked up to the platform.
Considering you tried performing a clean install, where did you source the installer for the OS? Did you try using the SSD in your spec's list on a donor system to rule out the SSD conking out due to a faulty/failing controller?
PSU SilentiumPC Supremo FM2, 80+ Gold, 750W - SPC169. The construction date was 11/11/2020.
BIOS version is F2, dated 07/07/2020.
Hard disk WD Blue 1TB SATA-III 7200 RPM 64MB.
I didn't attempt to use the SSD elsewhere since I don't own one. I downloaded the Windows from the official Microsoft site, burned the ISO with RUFUS on a USB drive. I hope this clarifies my situation. I'm not very familiar with tech or PCs.
Additionally, in my BIOS I saw the date still showing as 11/09/2025 23:30, whereas now it's 12/09/2025. This might be useful.
I see two primary areas to explore:
1. Hardware issues: as talked about earlier in this thread. Power supply, motherboard, graphics cards, etc. It's tough to decide where to begin—I’d start with a new SSD first or an old SATA drive you might have—just to test if it works. The BIOS and drive firmware should also be updated.
2. Software updates: If you're using the latest version of Windows 11, it could have caused problems with SSD controllers (my case). My fix was switching to Windows 11 25H2, which just released and didn’t replicate the issues.
I reinstalled Windows 11 Home (previous version in the installer) on the computer. The process required navigating through installation menus repeatedly, encountering black screens and needing to force restart. Eventually, I reached Windows again. While installing the video card drivers, I had to restart the PC, which caused a boot loop and automatic repair. At this stage, I believe there was a hardware issue and plan to take it to a service.
Going back a bit...
This: "The guy connected an internet cable from a wall outlet (not from the physical router) that wasn't working"
How is the system currently linked to a network and therefore the internet?
ISP, modem, router, other devices...? Models, connection paths, etc.?
I'm thinking the system freezes when trying to connect somewhere.
Run "ipconfig /all" via the Command Prompt. Please share the full output.