9 Ways for How to Fix Windows 10 Preparing Automatic Repair Loop

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Quick Navigation:

• Part 1: What Causes Automatic Repair Loop in Windows 10?
• Part 2: How to Fix Windows 10 Preparing Automatic Repair Loop?
• Scenario 1: You See A Black Screen with "Preparing Automatic Repair" Loop Message
• Method 1: Use Command Prompt to Erase Problematic Files
• Method 2: Disable Automatic Startup Repair
• Method 3: Restore Windows Registry
• Method 4: Refresh or Reset Your PC
• Scenario 2: When You See A Blue Screen with the Automatic Repair Could Not Repair Your PC or Your PC Did Not Start Correctly
• Method 1: Using Command Prompt to Access Boot Menu Options
• Method 2: Boot in Safe Mode to Repair the Error
• Method 3: Run the Windows Startup Repair
• Method 4: Run System Restore Option
• Method 5: Disabling Early Launch Anti-Malware Protection

This article introduced you to 9 ways for how to fix Windows 10 preparing automatic repair loop. You can choose the right way according to the symptom of your computer either in black screen or blue screen. If you have lost files during the procedure, try Deep Data Recovery to recover files as soon as possible.

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Are you tired of dealing with the Windows 10 automatic repair loop? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you fix the issue and get your computer up and running again.

Part 1: What Causes Automatic Repair Loop in Windows 10?

The reasons you will see the message because:

• The operating system has problems with the Windows registry
• The BOOTMGR files are missing
• There are missing and damaged system files
• There are issues with hardware drivers

Part 2: How to Fix Windows 10 Preparing Automatic Repair Loop?

Depending on the scenario you are stuck in, you can choose any of the solutions to fix Windows 10 preparing automatic repair loop.

Scenario 1: You See A Black Screen with "Preparing Automatic Repair" Loop Message

Method 1: Use Command Prompt to Erase Problematic Files

Deleting the problematic file from the system files helps in restoring the computer to working condition. To do this, follow the below steps:

• 1. Open the Command Prompt as administrator.
• 2. Key in the following command line and hit the "Enter" key: "cd C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\Srt. SrtTrail.txt"
• 3. You will notice the following on the screen: Boot Critical File c:\windows\system32\drivers\tmel.sys is corrupt
• 4.Now, input the following command and press the "Enter" button to remove the problematic file:

C:\>cd c:\windows\system32\drivers

C: \Windows\System32\drivers>del vsock.sys


• 5. If the previous method didn't resolve the issue, you can try running the System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tools to scan and replace any corrupted system files.

Method 2: Disable Automatic Startup Repair

You can disable startup programs using the command prompt. This method is useful if you're unable to access the Task Manager or the Startup tab in the System Configuration utility.

• 1. You can disable startup programs using the command prompt. This method is useful if you're unable to access the Task Manager or the Startup tab in the System Configuration utility.
• 2. You can disable Windows Recovery in the command prompt by modifying the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) store. This method is useful if you want to prevent Windows from automatically restarting after a system crash or failure.

• 3. You have successfully completed the procedure to disable Windows Recovery in the command prompt. To finalize the changes, exit the command prompt window and restart your PC.
• 4. After completing the procedure to disable Windows Recovery, restart your PC to finalize the changes. If you still encounter the "Windows 10 preparing automatic repair" loop, proceed to the next step.

Method 3: Restore Windows Registry

Restoring the Windows registry can resolve many issues, including the automatic repair loop. You can use the command prompt window to perform the task. Follow these steps:

• 1. Navigate to the Settings application and select the "Update and Recovery" feature.
• 2. Under the Recovery option, select the "Restart now" button below the "Advanced Startup" feature.
• 3. Once the computer restarts, choose the "Troubleshoot" and click the "Advanced Option" to select the "Command Prompt" feature.
• 4. To access the system log files, follow these steps:
• 5. Input "txt" to open the file
• 6. Press CTRL + O together
• 7. To access the System32 directory, follow these steps:
• 8. Select CMD, right-click, and select "Run as Administrator"
• 9. Enter the command and press the "Enter" key: "cd C:\windows\system32\config"
• 10. Create a backup of the files by renaming Default, Software, SAM, System, and Security files to .bak
• 11.Enter the following commands and press the "Enter" key after each command:

rename DEFAULT DEFAULT.bak

rename SECURITY SECURITY.bak

rename SAM SAM.bak

rename SYSTEM SYSTEM.bak

• 12.Input the following and press the "Enter" button: "copy c:\windows\system32\config\RegBack c:\windows\system32\config"
• 13. Restart the PC and note whether the problem exists. If you are still facing the problem, then head to the next method.

Method 4: Refresh or Reset Your PC

If the issue persists, you may need to refresh or reset your PC. This will restore the system to its original state, removing any software or settings that may be causing the problem.

• 1. Select the "Update and Recovery" feature from the "Settings" panel.
• 2. Click the "Restart Now" button under the "Advanced Startup" feature located under the "Recovery" option.
• 3. The computer will restart, and you must select the "Troubleshooting" option on the boot menu.
• 4. You can now select either the "Refresh your PC" or "Reset your PC" option.
• 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to end the process.

Scenario 2: When You See A Blue Screen with the Automatic Repair Could Not Repair Your PC or Your PC Did Not Start Correctly

Method 1: Using Command Prompt to Access Boot Menu Options

You can regain control of your computer by accessing the boot menu options using the command prompt. Here's how to do it:

• 1. Right-click on the Windows symbol at the bottom and select "Command Prompt (Admin)" from the list.
• 2. You can restart your computer by using the shutdown command in the Command Prompt window. Here's how to do it:
• 3. You will notice a message stating that you will be signed out. You can close the message and wait for Windows to reboot with the boot options.

Method 2: Boot in Safe Mode to Repair the Error

You can repair Windows 10 in Safe Mode by following these steps:

• 1. Use the installation media, whether a DVD or USB drive, and connect to the system.
• 2. From the options, select boot from the installation media.
• 3. Wait till the files are copied.
• 4. From the setup screen, click "Next ".
• 5. Once again, choose "Repair your computer" from the screen and click "Troubleshoot".
• 6. From the troubleshoot menu, choose "Advanced options", and click "Startup Settings".
• 7. You can select between Safe Mode, Safe Mode with Networking, and Safe Mode with Command Prompt.
• 8. Once in the safe mode, you can use anti-virus software to search for viruses, delete problematic files, uninstall the last installed program after which the problem occurred, and update hardware drivers using DVD or USB containing the files.

Method 3: Run the Windows Startup Repair

The Windows Startup Repair tool is a built-in feature that can help resolve issues that are preventing your PC from starting in the normal mode. Here's how to use it:

• 1. At the Windows sign-in screen, hold the power and Shift key together.
• 2. Continue holding the keys together and restart the computer.
• 3. Upon restarting, you will see a screen with a few options. Choose "Troubleshoot" from the list.
• 4. Click the "Advanced options" feature.
• 5. Select the "Startup Repair" option from the menu.
• 6. You must select the account with administrator privileges in the "Startup Repair" screen.
• 7. Input the password for the account and press "Continue".
• 8. Allow the "Windows Startup Repair" tool to complete the process.
• 9. You can restart the computer and check whether the problem exists.

Method 4: Run System Restore Option

• 1. From the boot menu screen, choose the "System Restore" feature under the "dvanced Options" from the "Troubleshoot" feature.
• 2. If you have created restore points, then you will see a window showing the different available points.
• 3. You must select a restore point from the list and click "Next" to complete the restore process.
• 4. If you're experiencing issues with your computer, there are several steps you can take to try and resolve the problem.

Method 5: Disabling Early Launch Anti-Malware Protection

If you're experiencing the automatic repair loop in Windows 10, there are several steps you can take to try and resolve the issue.

• 1. Head to the "Settings" panel and select the "Update and Recovery" feature.
• 2. From the list, choose "Recovery" from the left pane, and click the "Restart now" button under the "Advanced Startup" feature.
• 3. The computer will restart with boot menu options. Select "Troubleshoot" from the menu.
• 4. Now select the "Advanced Options" and click the "Startup Settings" feature. The computer will restart and show you different options.
• 5. You must select the "Disable early launch anti-malware protection" feature by using the "F" keys.
• 6. You can restart and computer and check whether you can log in using your administrator account.

If none of the previous troubleshooting steps resolve the login issue, reinstalling Windows 10 may be the last resort. Before proceeding, it's essential to recover any trapped files on your computer using a data recovery software.

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