Windows 10: Restore Windows 8-style Bootloader after Windows 10 upgrade

Discus and support Restore Windows 8-style Bootloader after Windows 10 upgrade in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; For whatever reason after upgrading from Windows 8 to Windows 10 last night, my dual boot disappeared and I had to use EasyBCD to get back my dual boot... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by rogerwilco91, Jul 29, 2015.

  1. Restore Windows 8-style Bootloader after Windows 10 upgrade


    For whatever reason after upgrading from Windows 8 to Windows 10 last night, my dual boot disappeared and I had to use EasyBCD to get back my dual boot option (for dual booting between Windows 10 Insider Preview and now, the recently upgraded Windows 10 OS).

    When I used EasyBCD, instead of the calming blue/modern-style Bootloader of Windows 8 which we are familiar with, I had the archaic Windows XP-style/black on white text bootloader with my 2 options:


    Restore Windows 8-style Bootloader after Windows 10 upgrade [​IMG]



    How do I go about getting back the modern version of the bootloader?

    Edit: Fixed! Followed the directions posted over at neosmart forums to fix my issue! Below are the steps I followed to fix my issue:

    :)
     
    rogerwilco91, Jul 29, 2015
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  2. Linney Win User

    Boot manager on startup is black, but mouse cursor is still present. Everything functions except for visuals.

    If you have upgraded from 8.1 to Windows 10 you might not be exactly complying with any Microsoft Licensing Agreement. You can upgrade for free but not then keep the operating system that you upgraded from. But I am not a Lawyer, and am not connected with
    Microsoft in any way say it is of no concern to me.

    See what these offer you in getting your Boot Options to display.

    How To Fix The Windows Bootloader

    How To Fix The Windows Bootloader - TweakHound

    Fixing the Windows Bootloader via the setup DVD

    Fixing the Windows Bootloader via the setup DVD

    How to restore windows 8 GUI boot-loader after installing windows 7?

    How to restore windows 8 GUI boot-loader after installing windows 7?

    Microsoft License Terms

    http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/Useterms/Retail/Windows/10/UseTerms_Retail_Windows_10_English.htm

    Microsoft License Terms

    Microsoft License Terms

    Windows 10

    http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/Useterms/Retail/Windows/10/UseTerms_Retail_Windows_10_English.htm

    Google these

    Find End User License Terms for Microsoft Software Licensed by Microsoft or the Computer Manufacturer

    Find End User License Terms for Microsoft Software Licensed by Microsoft or the Computer Manufacturer
     
    Linney, Jul 29, 2015
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  3. Linney Win User
    windows 10 upgrade failed, no bootable device

    This is the English Language Forum. Do the above (English) solutions assist you? If not you ought to try the French Language Forum.

    How To Fix The Windows Bootloader

    How To Fix The Windows Bootloader - TweakHound

    Fixing the Windows Bootloader via the setup DVD

    Fixing the Windows Bootloader via the setup DVD

    How to repair the EFI Bootloader in Windows 8

    How to repair the EFI Bootloader in Windows 8 - fixedByVonnie

    Repairing Windows in UEFI mode

    http://hydra.geht.net/tino/howto/uefi/winrepair/

    Windows and (U)EFI

    http://hydra.geht.net/tino/howto/uefi/windows/

    Fix Windows 8 bootloader after converting MBR disc to GPT

    Fix Windows 8 bootloader after converting MBR disc to GPT

    "Windows can only boot from GPT on UEFI-based computers running 64-bit versions of Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, and corresponding server versions. All versions of Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, and Vista can read GPT drives and use them for data — they just can’t
    boot from them without UEFI".

    What’s the Difference Between GPT and MBR When Partitioning a Drive?

    http://www.howtogeek.com/193669/whats-the-difference-between-gpt-and-mbr-when-partitioning-a-drive/

    Choose the appropriate Language via link at the bottom of this Page.

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    Linney, Jul 29, 2015
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