Windows 10: Can't get computer to start in safe mode in Windows 10

Discus and support Can't get computer to start in safe mode in Windows 10 in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; I'm trying to solve my screen flickering issue, and the prescription is to start in safe mode and uninstall my existing display adapter and then run... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by JackieDoss, Jan 8, 2019.

  1. Can't get computer to start in safe mode in Windows 10


    I'm trying to solve my screen flickering issue, and the prescription is to start in safe mode and uninstall my existing display adapter and then run Windows update. But I can't seem to get my computer to start in safe mode. The steps are as follows for starting in safe mode:

    1. elect the Start Windows logo Start button button, then choose Settings Gear-shaped Settings icon.
    2. 2
      Select Update & security Circular arrows Sync icon > Recovery.
    3. 3
      Under Advanced startup select Restart now.
    4. 4
      After your PC restarts to the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.
    5. 5
      After your PC restarts, select a startup setting by pressing the corresponding number.
    6. But when I get so step 5, my computer does not respond. I press #4. I press F4. I press Fn F4. Nothing works. It just sits there, and then eventually it just shuts down and does not restart. Any ideas what I'm doing wrong?

    :)
     
    JackieDoss, Jan 8, 2019
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  2. Boot into Safe Mode on Windows 10  


    I am stuck in Safe Mode in spite of following all the suggested steps to go back to Normal Startup - Like opening file location of msconfig.exe & running as Administrator. The computer I am trying to get out of safe mode has just been updated from Windows 7.
     
    GreatWhiteNorth, Jan 8, 2019
    #2
  3. Password not working in safe mode, windows 10

    Hi Kevin,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

    In order to help you better, could you please confirm a couple of things:

    • What happens exactly when you enter the password?
    • Are you getting any error message?
    • How have you booted your computer into safe mode?
    • Are you using local or Microsoft account to login?

    I suggest you to force restart your computer and check whether you can get back your computer to normal mode.

    You may follow the steps from the below article to place the computer in safe mode and check if it helps.

    Start your PC in safe mode in Windows 10

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-in/windows-10/start-your-pc-in-safe-mode

    Hope this information is helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Jan 8, 2019
    #3
  4. Can't get computer to start in safe mode in Windows 10

    safe mode and computer issues

    Hi Cheryl,

    I realize that you are unable to access any programs on your PC. I will try to help you with this issue.

    Please answer these questions to get more clarity on this issue:


    • Did you make any changes to the PC after which you are facing this issue?

    • Does this issue occur on a different user account?

    Follow the steps from this article to boot into Safe Mode properly and test if that helps.

    Start your PC in safe mode in Windows 10: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/start-your-pc-in-safe-mode

    Keep us informed to help you further.
     
    Srimadhwa B, Jan 8, 2019
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