Starting Windows 10 in Safe Mode from a USB Drive

When your Windows 10 system becomes unbootable or plagued by issues, starting it in safe mode can be a lifesaver. In this article, we'll explore the process of booting into safe mode using a USB drive.

First and foremost, ensure you have a user account with administrator rights to sign in to your computer. Next, access the Startup Settings screen by following these steps:

1. Sign in to your computer with your administrator account.

2. On the Startup Settings screen, choose an option. You can do this by tapping or clicking on it.

3. Restart your computer and wait while it restarts.

If you don't see the Startup Settings option, try accessing Advanced options by tapping or clicking on it. This will provide additional troubleshooting options.

Once you've restarted your computer, you'll be presented with a Choose an option screen. Tap or click on Troubleshoot to start the Windows Recovery Environment.

Using Installation Media

If you have installation media for Windows 10 (such as a USB drive), you can use it to boot into safe mode. To do this:

1. Insert the USB flash drive containing your installation media.

2. Restart your computer and enter the BIOS settings by pressing any key when prompted to 'Press any key to boot from DVD.'

3. Set the USB drive as the first boot device in your computer's BIOS settings.

Save your changes and exit the BIOS settings. Your computer will now boot from the USB drive.

Accessing Startup Settings

Once you've booted into the Windows Recovery Environment, access Startup Settings by following these steps:

1. Sign in to your PC with an administrator account.

2. On the Startup Settings screen, choose the startup setting you want (such as safe mode).

3. Tap or click Startup Settings and then Restart.

Your computer will now restart and boot into the chosen startup setting.

In this article, we've explored the process of starting Windows 10 in safe mode from a USB drive. By following these steps, you can troubleshoot issues with your system and potentially resolve problems that prevent it from booting normally. Remember to always have installation media handy for situations like this.

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