F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Whenever I power off my computer and try to launch Windows, it refuses to start.

Whenever I power off my computer and try to launch Windows, it refuses to start.

Whenever I power off my computer and try to launch Windows, it refuses to start.

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Tylercoco99
Member
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05-19-2021, 01:10 AM
#1
Issue: Over the past few months, every time I restart my PC for any reason—whether turning it off or back on—it displays "TUF Gaming" followed by keys to enter BIOS. After that, it shows just "TUF Gaming" with a spinning loading effect, which eventually freezes. Until now, the only solution has been repeatedly restarting the system and hoping it stabilizes. In Windows, everything runs smoothly without any crashes or slowdowns. Before freezing, I can freely access BIOS and use it as needed.

System Details: Windows 11 Home 64-bit (10.0, Build 22621), TUF Gaming X570-Pro (Wifi), AMD Ryzen 9 5900X (2 x 16GB), Corsair Vengeance RAM (3600MHz XMP), MSI - Gaming X GTX 1660 Super (6GB GDDR6), PNY CS1311 240GB SSD (Boot), Samsung SSD 970 Evo Plus 1TB, WDC WD4003FFBX-68MU3N0 4TB HDD ENERMAX Revolution D.F. 850W 80+ Gold.

Tried Solutions: Swapping RAM one at a time without success. Cleared CMOS to regain access but the problem returned after installing Windows 11 and Windows 10 bootable USB. Plugging in the SSD while troubleshooting didn’t help much. Ran ChkDsk C: /r /x with the Win 11 USB, it resolved. Performed MemTest86—passed. Likely RAM is fine.

Uncertainty: Is this a software glitch or hardware fault? I considered a fresh install, but if Windows is faulty, why does my bootable USB also freeze? I avoid unplugging cables and hardware whenever possible because they’ve always caused trouble. If it’s defective, I don’t have funds to replace it. After running MemTest, I powered off the PC, restarted, and after a couple restarts, it booted into Windows. Now I’m hesitant to test further, fearing I might not recover. I also experienced blue screens and prolonged "Starting Automatic Repair" errors, though no files were generated. The errors noted were CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT and DRIVER_PNP_WATCHDOG. I have an empty SSD ready for installation, but it didn’t help.
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Tylercoco99
05-19-2021, 01:10 AM #1

Issue: Over the past few months, every time I restart my PC for any reason—whether turning it off or back on—it displays "TUF Gaming" followed by keys to enter BIOS. After that, it shows just "TUF Gaming" with a spinning loading effect, which eventually freezes. Until now, the only solution has been repeatedly restarting the system and hoping it stabilizes. In Windows, everything runs smoothly without any crashes or slowdowns. Before freezing, I can freely access BIOS and use it as needed.

System Details: Windows 11 Home 64-bit (10.0, Build 22621), TUF Gaming X570-Pro (Wifi), AMD Ryzen 9 5900X (2 x 16GB), Corsair Vengeance RAM (3600MHz XMP), MSI - Gaming X GTX 1660 Super (6GB GDDR6), PNY CS1311 240GB SSD (Boot), Samsung SSD 970 Evo Plus 1TB, WDC WD4003FFBX-68MU3N0 4TB HDD ENERMAX Revolution D.F. 850W 80+ Gold.

Tried Solutions: Swapping RAM one at a time without success. Cleared CMOS to regain access but the problem returned after installing Windows 11 and Windows 10 bootable USB. Plugging in the SSD while troubleshooting didn’t help much. Ran ChkDsk C: /r /x with the Win 11 USB, it resolved. Performed MemTest86—passed. Likely RAM is fine.

Uncertainty: Is this a software glitch or hardware fault? I considered a fresh install, but if Windows is faulty, why does my bootable USB also freeze? I avoid unplugging cables and hardware whenever possible because they’ve always caused trouble. If it’s defective, I don’t have funds to replace it. After running MemTest, I powered off the PC, restarted, and after a couple restarts, it booted into Windows. Now I’m hesitant to test further, fearing I might not recover. I also experienced blue screens and prolonged "Starting Automatic Repair" errors, though no files were generated. The errors noted were CLOCK_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT and DRIVER_PNP_WATCHDOG. I have an empty SSD ready for installation, but it didn’t help.

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redstonersven
Member
210
05-19-2021, 06:35 AM
#2
I believe the SSD or something similar failed. Try reinstalling Windows and then install parts one by one to identify which component is affected.
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redstonersven
05-19-2021, 06:35 AM #2

I believe the SSD or something similar failed. Try reinstalling Windows and then install parts one by one to identify which component is affected.

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MiriMar6
Junior Member
11
05-20-2021, 11:56 AM
#3
I only have the extra hardware available is an SSD, so I’ll attempt a fresh Windows 11 installation on the new drive whenever I’m willing to restart my PC again lol.
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MiriMar6
05-20-2021, 11:56 AM #3

I only have the extra hardware available is an SSD, so I’ll attempt a fresh Windows 11 installation on the new drive whenever I’m willing to restart my PC again lol.

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ProtoChaud
Junior Member
2
05-26-2021, 02:10 PM
#4
I consider trying to run SFC first, but I think "fix startup issues" might already have addressed that. Restoring Windows seems like the most reliable choice.
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ProtoChaud
05-26-2021, 02:10 PM #4

I consider trying to run SFC first, but I think "fix startup issues" might already have addressed that. Restoring Windows seems like the most reliable choice.

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xman366
Junior Member
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05-26-2021, 02:27 PM
#5
Power failure occurred causing PC restart and preventing boot. Old SSD removed and new one installed via USB drive attempted Windows 10 installation. Booting from USB caused similar freezing issues. Suspected the existing SSD might be faulty since removing it resolved the problem. Disconnected most motherboard connectors except power and fan, then used old SSD which worked. Either luck or a better solution is needed. PC is still unresponsive and freezing. No clear solution identified yet. Updated June 9, 2023 by xSnufflesx
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xman366
05-26-2021, 02:27 PM #5

Power failure occurred causing PC restart and preventing boot. Old SSD removed and new one installed via USB drive attempted Windows 10 installation. Booting from USB caused similar freezing issues. Suspected the existing SSD might be faulty since removing it resolved the problem. Disconnected most motherboard connectors except power and fan, then used old SSD which worked. Either luck or a better solution is needed. PC is still unresponsive and freezing. No clear solution identified yet. Updated June 9, 2023 by xSnufflesx