How to fix the Windows error code 0xc00000f (Computer won't boot)
Why does error code 0xc00000f appear? How to fix it?
This error appears out of nowhere, affecting computers running on Windows 8.1 and Windows 10.
The reasons for it are:
- Damaged system files;
- Malicious software (viruses);
- Damages to the storage (hard drive, or SSD).
The solutions listed below reveal how you can fix this error. Check them out and follow the instructions.
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Fix BCD
0(0)0(0)You need to check configuration in the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) since it can be the reason that causes error 0xc00000f and many other Windows errors. To fix any problems in the data, you can use the built-in bootrec.exe tool. You need to have the installation media.
- Boot or reboot your PC and select to boot from the installation media.
- Select 'System Recovery Options'.
- Select 'Command Prompt'.
- Type 'bootrec.exe' in the prompt and press 'Enter'.
The tool will start to run and will build a new BCD, which should make the error go away.
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