The dual-boot system displays three different Windows options during startup for an unclear reason.
The dual-boot system displays three different Windows options during startup for an unclear reason.
TL;DR
During startup, dual booting Windows presents three OS options on the selection screen for some reason. I need assistance removing one of them.
I set up a dual boot setup with a specific configuration: initially, Windows 10 was installed on an m.2 NVMe SSD, then Windows 11 on a SATA SSD. After encountering a BitLocker issue, I had to reinstall both but upgraded to a newer NVMe drive for the main system. While waiting, I installed Windows 11 on the SATA SSD.
I then installed Windows 10 on the new NVMe drive and faced problems. After re-installing, it kept failing. Eventually, I unplugged all other drives and it worked. Now, when booting normally, I’m directed to a blue Windows OS selection screen. There are three options visible—Windows 11 is functional, Windows 10 On Volume 2 is available, but the Windows 10 option without the volume label isn’t. I’m unsure why this appears and whether there’s a way to remove it.
Additionally, regarding the boot menu, I’m confused about why my Windows 10 installation on the NVMe appears in the list alongside Windows 11. When I accessed BIOS, I couldn’t find an option to select the NVMe as a boot device. I assumed it would list the drives and let me choose based on the device selection. Did Windows Boot Manager appear because I installed Windows 11 first instead of Windows 10 on the NVMe? Does this matter or affect anything now?
Since I don’t have much space on the drive, I’m open to reinstalling everything.
To remove a dual boot entry, follow these instructions;
Press Win + R and type in msconfig, then press enter.
In the msconfig window, choose the Boot section.
Pick the boot entry you wish to delete from the list.
Click the Delete button.
Apply the changes and restart your system.
Ensure you pick the right entry in Step 3.
A screenshot is attached for your convenience: https://imgur.com/a/r7x9Orl View: https://imgur.com/a/r7x9Orl