Windows 10: Serious boot issue after failed Linux dual boot attempt - can't boot from any media

Windows OS 11Attempted to install Linux MintSSD driveUEFI BIOS can access BIOS settingsWhat happened:I was trying to set up a dual boot system with Windows and Linux Mint. I shrank my C: partition to make space for Linux and started the installation process. During the Linux Mint installation, the system froze completely and I had to force a reboot.After that, everything went downhill:Can't boot into Windows anymoreCan't boot into Linux since installation wasn't completedMost concerning: Can't boot from ANY USB installation media - screen just goes black and freezesEven tried connecti

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Musings about Dual Booting Linux & Windows, HELP!

Hi roadie133

Were there any steps attempted to setup the dual boot with the Linux and Windows 10 as described in the article?

 

Dual boot with linux: only linux boot

Hi Xelany

My name is Andre Da Costa; an Independent Consultant, Windows Insider MVP and Windows & Devices for IT MVP. I'm here to help you with your problem.

You should try repairing your Windows 10 installation using the following steps:

https://www.groovypost.com/howto/fix-windows-10...

If that restores Windows 10, use EasyBCD to add an entry for Linux mint:

https://www.groovypost.com/howto/dual-boot-wind...

Information in the above link is sourced from a trusted Microsoft MVP blog.

 

Dual boot

Hi Jazz. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

The license doesn't matter for a Dual Boot with Linux.

Here is the best guide to dual booting with Linux:

https://www.groovypost.com/howto/dual-boot-wind...

Report back results for each step so I know what else to suggest.

Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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