Experiencing a Windows PC that refuses to start up can be frustrating. When your computer gets stuck during the boot process, it might indicate a serious issue requiring some detailed troubleshooting. Here's a guide to help you get your PC back on track.

Windows Won’t Load

If your computer powers up and displays the manufacturer’s logo but doesn’t load Windows, there might be a hardware problem, like a faulty storage drive. However, before diving deep into repairs, try restarting the computer:

1. Press and hold the power button until the PC powers down.

2. Unplug all peripherals except the essential ones (keyboard, mouse, and monitor).

3. Wait five minutes and then power the PC back on.

If this simple restart doesn't resolve the issue, you may be sent to the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). If the WinRE screen doesn’t appear, you can manually access it using the following method:

1. Power on the PC and immediately hold down the power button for 10 seconds to force a shutdown.

2. Repeat the process two more times.

3. On the third boot attempt, WinRE should load.

Black Screen of Death

If you encounter a completely black screen, the three-boot method can also trigger WinRE. Additionally, you can try restarting the video driver by pressing Windows + Ctrl + Shift + B. Sometimes, simply adjusting the brightness settings or checking the monitor connections can fix the issue.

### Safe Mode

Once in WinRE, you have the option to boot into Safe Mode:

1. Navigate to Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.

2. Press 5 for Safe Mode with Networking.

Safe Mode runs Windows with minimal settings and drivers. From here, you can uninstall problematic apps or recent updates that might be causing boot issues.

Troubleshooting in WinRE

Within WinRE, you have additional tools to help fix the boot process:

- Startup Repair: Automatically attempts to resolve boot configuration issues.

- Uninstall Updates: Rolls back recent Windows updates that might be causing problems.

- Command Prompt: Allows you to run disk checks and repair commands manually.

BIOS/UEFI and Further Troubleshooting

If WinRE doesn’t resolve the problem, you might need to access the BIOS/UEFI settings. This firmware loads before Windows and can be accessed by pressing a specific key (like F2 or Del) during startup. In the BIOS/UEFI, you can check whether your storage drives are being recognized and reset the firmware settings to default.

Reinstalling Windows

If all else fails, reinstalling Windows might be necessary. You can do this by creating a bootable USB drive or DVD from another Windows PC. Once you have the installation media:

1. Boot the faulty PC from the USB or DVD by selecting it in the BIOS/UEFI.

2. Follow the instructions to either keep your files or perform a complete reset.

Hardware Failure

If your PC doesn’t respond at all when you press the power button, the problem could be with the motherboard or the power supply. If you hear a series of beeps, these can be diagnostic error codes that help identify hardware issues. In such cases, you might need to consult repair guides or seek professional help.

With persistence and these troubleshooting steps, you can often resolve Windows boot problems and get your PC running smoothly again.