Windows 10: Automatic repair loop and black screen on usb boot attempt

Hello everyone.


As a non english speaker, I'll try to be the more precise as I can. Sorry for the mistakes that I could leave !


I'm facing a really strange problem and I feel I tried everything I can without success.


I got an ACER computer on which I installed Windows 10 and OpenSUSE a linux distribution. This installation was a success, and worked well for weeks without any problem - excepting some disk check when booting Windows.


But recently, I encountered what I saw as called "Automatic Repair Loop" on the Internet : Windows does not manage to boot, it restarts the computer after one minute of white turning circles and then I see a screen with "Preparing Automatic Repair" for a few seconds. Then, the screen goes black and... Nothing more happens. I let this "repair" run for 6 hours without any success too.


I can't access to the Troubleshoot menu : at the second hard reboot, I automatically enter in the Automatic Repair mode that I definitely can't avoid.


It is important to say that I'm currently using the exact same computer on OpenSUSE, so I don't think I'm facing a hardware problem here. I just can't boot on Windows.


I decided to create a Windows USB drive to repair/recover/reinstall Windows 10. I downloaded the Windows 10 iso, used WoeUSB to install it on a key, then configured my BIOS to boot on it.

I saw the white dots turning as in the initialization of Windows 10, but after some seconds, the screen goes black and nothing else happens.The installation usb drive does not work either, and I don't understand how it is possible.


So, I'm currently stuck on my 40 GB OpenSUSE distribution, and I definitely need to access to my windows folders and applications...


I don't remember any event that could have led to this situation. I think Windows has been up to date for a while.


Do you guys have any idea about a way to boot on this installation usb drive ? I would really, really appreciate some help.


Thanks for reading, I'm waiting for a possible answer, and I stay here for any more piece of information that could be useful.

:)

 

Automatic Repair Loop

Hi Charlene,

Your concern regarding the device going into an Automatic Repair Loop can be caused by change on its settings/configuration or broken system files. To effectively assist you with your concern, can confirm if you've made any changes on your device prior to
your concern?

As an initial step to get back into the normal Windows screen, we suggest that you perform a
Startup repair. The repair will attempt to fix any broken components/files which may prevent your device from booting properly. To do this, follow the steps below:

• On theAutomatic Repair screen, select Advanced options.
• Select Troubleshoot.
• Select Advanced options.
• Select Startup Repair.

We'll appreciate if you can send us an update.

 

Preparing automatic repair loop followed by black screen

Hi Aaron,

We realize the inconvenience you are experiencing with "preparing automatic repair" loop followed by
black screen error. We will certainly help you.

We have been seeing black screen issues of several types after upgrading to Windows 10. The main causes observed so far are driver issues, output to unexpected port, and possibly also issues with the Lock Screen app.

Method 1: We suggest you to kindly follow the link below and try the steps and check if it helps:

Troubleshoot black screen problems



Method 2: To Troubleshoot no boot situation, follow the below steps:

Step 1:

I would suggest you to download an ISO image of Windows 10 and try to create installation media using the Media Creation tool.

Download Windows 10

Once the bootable media is created, follow next step:

Step 2: Perform Start up Repair.

Follow the steps mentioned below to perform Start up Repair:

a. Insert the installation DVD or
USB and boot Windows 10 from it.

b. Select “Troubleshooting” from the first Window and then select “Advance Options”.

c. Then select “Start up Repair” from “Advanced options” window.

This will help you to boot into your Operating system again.

Let us know the result. We will be happy to assist you further.

Thank you.

 

Windows 10 Repair Boot Loop

Hi Jed,

If your computer is stuck in a boot-loop state of Windows, it could mean that automatic repair isn't able to repair a corrupted or broken system file, but attempts to repair it over and over again. For us to assist you properly in resolving this boot-loop
state, kindly respond to the questions below:

• Did the issue occur even after removing the USB wireless mouse?
• Aside from running DISM, what other troubleshooting steps have you done? This is for us to know and to avoid any duplication of efforts on your end.

We look forward to your response.