windows boot fail, can only enter BIOS

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  1. Posts : 7
    windows 7 home premium x64
       #1

    windows boot fail, can only enter BIOS


    OS: windows 7 64 home premium
    CPU: i7 3770
    MOBO: ASUS P7Z77_M
    HDD: Seagate 2TB
    RAM: kingston hyperX 16 gb


    alright, so i had an issue with deleting a steam folder that was corrupted. after googling a while i learned i should run chkdsk (checkdisk) when you rightclick on your hdd 'properties, under tools tab' etc.

    so after that i just rebooted my pc and everything was normal, i could delete the folder. then i got a few windows updates, which i just ran. and rebooted normally. after a while, surfing a bit, then playing a videogame, my computer just crashed with bluescreen.

    ever since then i couldnt boot up my pc normally again.
    i do manage to get the BIOS screen, then the windows logo 'loading', but then it just gets me a blue screen again.


    so the errors on the blue screen im getting is:
    ntkrnlpa.exe
    0xc0000098

    and something along these lines:
    STOP: 0x0000007E
    (0xFFFFFFFFC000000S , 0xFFFFF88000E0DE3A, 0XFFFFF880009A8B78, 0xFFFFF880009A83D0)
    wdf01000.sys - Adress FFFFF88000E0DE3A


    it might be worth mentioning i had intel rapid storage techonlogy, which uses an ssd for caching. i thought this was the problem, and removed the ssd but no results.

    I've tried some system recovery methods, like the bootup autofixer or system restore point but they failed aswell.

    after reading something about MBR: ' bootrec.exe /FixMbr '
    (source:How to Fix Windows 7 When It Fails to Boot)
    i decided to give that a try.

    i managed to get back to my desktop. but everytime i restarted i would just get blue screen again, then had to enter bootrec.exe /fixmbr in the command prompt from the recovery console, everytime.

    then i decided to reinstall windows 7. and the installation broke down midway giving me the same error. now im stuck in a cycle where i just enter bios then get the error on startup, and then reboot.
    if i try to go safe mode it comes with 'Windows cannot complete the installation in safe mode. to continue installing windows, restart the computer.'

    and now i cant even get to recovery console/options anymore.

    if i use my 60 gb 'corsair' SSD as HDD i get the same error.
    for clarification ive been trying to use an 'seagate' 2 TB HDD first.
    i've gotten this pc for only about 1 year....
    Last edited by qzysc2; 12 Jun 2013 at 20:15.
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  2. Posts : 6,830
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-Bit & Windows 7 Ultimate 64-Bit
       #2

    Hi qzysc2 welcome to SevenForums

    Lets try this

       Warning
    You will need a USB FLASH DRIVE


       Tip
    Download the Tool from a non infected PC


    Download Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

    Choose one that goes with your OS bit version . Save the file to a USB Flash drive

    32-bit Version OS Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

    64-Bit Version OS Farbar Recovery Scan Tool x64


       Note
    Click the button and right-click Computer .Select Properties . Look for System Type: which will say 32-bit Operating System or 64-bit Operating System


    Plug the flash drive into the infected PC.

    Enter System Recovery Options.

    To enter System Recovery Options from the Advanced Boot Options:
    Restart the computer.
    As soon as the BIOS is loaded begin tapping the F8 key until Advanced Boot Options appears.
    Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer menu item.
    Select US as the keyboard language settings, and then click Next.
    Select the operating system you want to repair, and then click Next.
    Select your user account an click Next.

    To enter System Recovery Options by using Windows installation disc:
    Insert the installation disc.
    Restart your computer.
    If prompted, press any key to start Windows from the installation disc. If your computer is not configured to start from a CD or DVD, check your BIOS settings.
    Click Repair your computer.
    Select US as the keyboard language settings, and then click Next.
    Select the operating system you want to repair, and then click Next.
    Select your user account and click Next.

    On the System Recovery Options menu you will get the following options:

    • Startup Repair


    • System Restore


    • Windows Complete PC Restore


    • Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool


    • Command Prompt


    Select Command Prompt

    In the command window type X:\FRST.exe (for x64 bit version type X:\FRST64.exe) and press Enter
       Note
    Replace letter X with the drive letter of your flash drive.

       Tip
    Type the commands below to see what your letter is for the USB drive and press ENTER after each command

    Code:
    Diskpart
    List volume
    The tool will start to run.
    When the tool opens click Yes to disclaimer.
    Press Scan button.
    FRST will let you know when the scan is complete and has written the FRST.txt to file
    Please copy and paste both logs in your reply.(FRST.txt and Addition.txt)
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  3. Posts : 7
    windows 7 home premium x64
    Thread Starter
       #3

    problem is i cant get to the system recovery. i keep tabbing f8 but all i get is:
    'choose advanced options for: windows setup
    (use arrows keys to highlight your choice.)

    safe mode
    safe mode with networking
    safe mode with command prompt
    enable boot logging
    enable low resolution video
    last known good configuration
    directory services restore mode
    debugging mode
    disable automatic restart on system failure
    disable driver signature eforcement
    start windows normally'

    when i load it from the installation disk i do get the screen "windows is loading files'' but it just bring me to the same screen with the options above.
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  4. Posts : 6,830
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-Bit & Windows 7 Ultimate 64-Bit
       #4

    Try choosing Safe Mode with Command prompt . Log in with your user name and password ( if you have one )

    Type in diskpart and press [enter]

    It will say
    Diskpart>_


    Type in list volume and press [enter]

    It will generate a list . Locate the drive letter of the USB flash drive

    Type exit and press enter

    It will say Leaving Diskpart ....

    Then type in X:\ and press enter

    Type in FRST64.exe and press [enter]

       Note
    Replace X with your actual USB drive letter


    Once Farbar Recovery Scan Tool opens click on Yes . Make sure the Additional.txt has a check mark next to it and click on the Scan button . Once its done the scan it will create two txt files FRST.txt and Additional.txt inside the USB drive . Upload those two files in your next reply
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  5. Posts : 7
    windows 7 home premium x64
    Thread Starter
       #5

    i've already tried that,
    any of the options i listed will bring me to a screen with :

    windows failed to start. a recent hardware of software change might be the cause. to fix the problem:
    1. insert your windows installation disc and restart your computer.
    2. choose your language settings, and then click next.
    3. click repair your computer.
    if you do not have this disc, contact your system administrator or computer manufacturer for assistance.

    file: \windows\system32\ntkrnlpa.exe
    status: 0xc00000098
    info: windows failed to load because the kernal is missing, or corrupt.
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  6. Posts : 6,830
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-Bit & Windows 7 Ultimate 64-Bit
       #6

    Download the file below . Its a legit Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 x64-bit

    http://msft.digitalrivercontent.net/win/X17-58997.iso

    Then follow the installation disc instructions

       Note
    We are not reinstalling Windows
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  7. Posts : 7
    windows 7 home premium x64
    Thread Starter
       #7

    what am i supposed to do with the file? burn it on a cd? put on USB ? not sure if my old pc has a cd burner though :s

    nvm i do have a dvd-rw
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  8. Posts : 6,830
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-Bit & Windows 7 Ultimate 64-Bit
       #8

    Yes once it has completed downloading . Inside your Downloads folder . Place an empty DVD inside your disc drive . Right click the file and choose Burn disc image . On the window that comes up place a check next to Verify disc after burning and click the Burn button
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  9. Posts : 7
    windows 7 home premium x64
    Thread Starter
       #9

    alright but i do not have empty cd's at the moment, ill try to get them in a day or 2. hope you will be still around to help me then :)

    the disk u mentioned, 'windows 7 home premium sp1 x64bit' is basicly the same as my installation disk though.
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  10.    #10

    When Win7 won't boot the steps to repair it are here: Troubleshooting Windows 7 Failure to Start

    How did you try to reinstall Win7 if you don't have a bootable installer? Were you attempting Factory Recovery which failed? If you have a partial failed install then there is nothing left to repair - you must complete the install.

    Everything needed is provided in Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7 which steps will assure a perfect reinstall. During booted install delete all partitions and create and format New as you wish, or just click Next and the Installer will do it for you.
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