Sometimes when installing Windows, including version 10, an error message is displayed on the screen. The text of the message is: “installing Windows on this disk impossible." Wherein HDD is displayed in the BIOS. It is also visible at the stage of installation of the operating system, where it could be divided into sections.
This problem occurs for two reasons:
- the controller is disabled in the BIOS (AHCI mode);
- The hard drive has a GPT volume.
Problem with AHCI mode
In addition to an error message informing that it is impossible to install Windows 7 or 10 on this disk, if there are difficulties with AHCI mode The computer cannot boot from the selected disk. The reason is that the controller may be disabled in the BIOS.
The problem is solved as follows:
Problem with GPT format
Another reason for the impossibility of installing Windows 7 or 10 versions with a similar message displayed may be GPT - partition format hard drive.
Until recently, all hard drives were the same type. The only partition style was MBR. Over the past few years, manufacturers have been gradually switching to producing hard drives with the GPT format. And here boot files with the OS are not modified for new formats, and as a result, the error described above appears during installation.
MBR (Master Boot Record) is program code and data required to pre-start the computer. They are located in the initial marked sector of the hard drive. The MBR starts after the initial BIOS analysis of the performance of all devices. Its main function is to determine the location of the files that are needed to boot the OS.
GPT new standard format for placing the volume table. It was also developed standard interface built-in software for computers, replacing BIOS. It is called UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface).
The problem occurs because the OS installer cannot install Windows on the specified partition due to the fact that the partition table does not suit it.
There are 2 methods to solve the problem:
- installing the system on a similar disk;
- Converting a partition to MBR.
The choice of method should be determined by the following rules:
- if your computer supports the UEFI interface and you need to install a 64-bit OS (for example, Windows 10), then it is recommended to use the first option. Checking the presence of a UEFI interface is very simple. Graphics mode with mouse control indicates the presence of UEFI;
- If the computer was manufactured several years ago, has a BIOS and requires installing a 32-bit operating system from MicroSoft, then you should convert GPT to MBR.
Using MBR limits some features, such as:
- their volume cannot exceed 4 TB;
- The maximum number of volumes on the HDD is limited to 4.
Installation of Windows 7, 8 and 10 on GPT
Problems when installing an OS on a GPT volume usually arise for those who want to install Windows 7, 8 and 10.
To install the OS on a GPT volume, you must meet 2 conditions:
- install a 64-bit system (for example, Windows 10);
- boot in EFI mode.
If the first condition is not met, what should be prepared bootable UEFI storage device.
But in most cases, only the second condition is not met. Therefore, it is better to immediately go into the BIOS and check the settings.
There are two parameters to set in the BIOS:
- enable UEFI boot;
- switch the operating mode from SATA to AHCI.
After saving the settings, you can install the OS on your computer. The mistake will not happen again.
Converting GPT volumes to MBR
There are several options for converting volume style. Let's look at them in more detail.
Converting to MBR when installing Windows via the command line
This method is optimal for use in situations where installing an OS such as Windows 7, 8, 10 is not feasible due to the GPT volume type. It can also be useful not only when installing the OS, but also during the normal operation of the OS for converting non-system partitions.
It should be remembered that when converting partitions, all information from them will be lost. Therefore, it is recommended to save everything important in advance. external media information.
To change the style of volumes from GPT to MBR via the command line:
- run the command line in Windows as a user with administrator rights;
- to display the list hard drives connected to the computer, enter the commands “diskpart” and “list disk” in sequence;
- select the disk to change the style with the command “select disk D”, where D is the disk number;
Then two scenarios are possible.- execute complete cleaning disk with the “clean” command. In this case, all HDD volumes will be deleted;
- You can delete HDD volumes one at a time using the commands “detail disk”, “select volume” and “delete volume”;
- start converting the disk to MBR with the “convert mbr” command;
- exit Diskpart by selecting “Exit”. Close the command prompt. After this, it is recommended to continue installing the operating system. This error message will no longer appear.
You can create volumes on the HDD by selecting “ Set up disk».
The volume style change is complete.
Changing partition style from GPT to MBR using Windows Disk Management
The alternative volume conversion method requires a properly functioning Windows 7, 8 or 10 operating system on personal computer. You can only convert a disk volume that is not a system one.
The sequence of steps to convert a HDD volume is as follows:
Utilities for changing partition style
In addition to the standard methods for converting HDD volumes provided by Microsoft developers, you can use third-party hard drive volume management utilities, such as
Video on the topic
This article contains the most common errors when starting Windows 10, as well as how to fix them. We hope this information will make life a little easier for those who have switched to new version system and suddenly found himself between a rock and a hard place.
1 Windows 10: “The computer is not starting correctly”
The first common problem when starting Windows 10 is that the system reports some critical error ( CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED, INACCESSIBLE_BOOT_DEVICE), and then displays a blue screen " Automatic recovery» with text .
Automatic recovery: the computer did not start correctly
The cause of this error, in most cases, is damage and removal system files or entries in the register. This may be caused by installing and uninstalling programs, or by antivirus or cleaning utilities. Windows registry.
The solution to the problem is to repair files and registry entries that are damaged:
- Click on the button Extra options on the blue screen, select Troubleshooting> Extra options > Boot Options.
- Click Reboot.
- In the window Boot Options press the F6 key or the number 6 on numeric keypad to launch safe mode with command line support.
- The computer will reboot into safe mode, and the command prompt will automatically open. In it enter:
The computer will restart and after that Windows will start in normal mode.
2 Windows 10 does not load beyond the logo
Another known problem is that the system boots all the way to the Windows logo, after which the computer randomly shuts down. The reason for this error is also damage to system files, however, unlike the first case, the damage is so serious that the system cannot start the recovery itself.
In this case, you will have to create a Windows emergency recovery disk on another Windows 10 PC:
- In the panel Windows management 10 find and select Recovery > Creating a recovery disc.
- In the window that appears, set the parameter Execute backup system files to recovery disk and press Dalley.
- Connect an empty USB drive to your computer. Select it in the recovery disk creation window and click Next > Create.Wait until the files are copied and press Ready.
- Remove the USB drive from your computer, connect it to the one that won't run Windows 10, and enable booting from it in the BIOS.
- The Windows Recovery Environment will launch. You need to select Restoring a system image, or point Command line , and then enter the commands from the instructions for solving the first problem.
Windows Recovery Environment You can also run the system recovery environment from the disk from which you installed Windows. To do this, you need to boot from the installation disk, in the bootloader instead Install press System Restore. In the menu that appears, select Troubleshooting> Extra options. The same options window above will open.
After recovery, the computer will restart. Return to BIOS loading from the hard drive, and the system should start correctly.
3 Errors “Boot Failure” and “An operating system wasn’t found”
In some cases, when starting Windows 10, instead of loading the operating system, a black screen appears with one of two errors:
- Boot failure. Reboot and Select Proper Boot device or insert boot media in selected boot device.
- An operating system wasn't found. Try disconnecting any drives that don’t contain an operating system. Press Ctrl+Alt+Del to restart.
There can also be two reasons for this error:
- Incorrect boot device order in BIOS or UEFI. Make sure you are booting from the exact drive where Windows 10 is installed.
- Damage to the system bootloader. In this case you will also need installation disk or a Windows 10 emergency recovery disk. After booting from it, in the recovery environment you need to select Startup Recovery and let the bootloader files be overwritten.
The problem may also be hardware damage to the hard drive from which the boot is made.
Error Boot Failure 4 Windows 10 won't start: black screen
A common error when starting Windows 10 is a black screen with no signs of loading the desktop, with or without the cursor frozen on the screen. This often happens as a result of incorrect installation of any drivers: after rebooting, the computer works, but the OS does not load.
In most cases, the solution to the problem lies in a system rollback. To do this, you will also need an installation disk or a Windows 10 emergency recovery disk. After booting from it, in the recovery environment you can try selecting System Restore.
This will roll back the system to the state before the problem occurred. The system will prompt you to select a restore point to which to rollback, and after confirmation it will perform it. As a rule, after a reboot the black screen disappears.
5 Windows 10 takes a long time to load when turned on
There is a situation when Windows 10 does not load, the waiting icon is spinning, and that’s it. In fact, most likely, nothing bad is happening - the system is simply installing the updates that it downloaded the last time you used the computer.
In this situation, the best thing to do is just wait. This condition may last for several hours depending on the number and volume of downloaded updates. It is recommended not to turn off the computer, but to leave it in the boot state for 1-2 hours.
To prevent this error from happening again when starting Windows 10, you can set your computer to update on a schedule, and the system will not download updates without your knowledge. Read about how to edit update policies in our.
Windows 10 replaces older versions of the OS, combining all the previous features and adding new features to them. But not every PC will install it “right away” - errors also occur, many of which can be circumvented.
Methods to work around errors when installing Windows 10
There are a variety of errors that can prevent Windows 10 from installing on your PC, laptop or tablet. This is a banal discrepancy between its resources - RAM performance, processor speed, outdated or overly worn HDD/SSD drive - to the “living wage” of Windows 10. These are also software failures - from connection failures when downloading updates or Windows 10 sources to incorrectly debugged operation of antivirus programs.
Common errors when installing Windows 10
General errors do not issue a code.
PC or laptop can't handle Windows 10
For adequate Windows operation 10 the following requirements must be met:
This is, for example, the WinSetupFromUSB program - the developers did not make its elongated window changeable vertically (in height). Viewing and editing will cause even greater inconvenience Word documents, PDF, Excel tables etc.: to study a letter or application, you will have to move the horizontal scroll bar in Microsoft Office Word 2013; Reading such a document will require more time, which significantly slows down the work. The same applies to viewing sites whose design is not “fluid” (text word wrapping and other auto-formatting of content, preview of pictures and videos from YouTube), but is strictly defined: for example, the page width is 1200, and the width of your display is 1024 pixels. Visitors to sites that do not have an engine are especially affected. mobile version for viewing pages on gadgets and other devices with low resolution.
Solution: change the CPU and/or RAM sticks, replace the disk itself, or partition the space on it using a Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 installer flash drive.
If upgrading is not possible, it is perhaps better to stay on Windows 7 or purchase a new laptop, ultra, smartbook or tablet. Or upgrade system unit PC starting from replacement motherboard, - especially when not all components that are vital for its operation are suitable for it (for example, you need RAM DDR-3, not DDR-2, and your motherboard does not support the DDR-2 interface).
Majority Windows users 10 have encountered a problem where when starting the computer it appears blue screen with information that an error occurred (without any information about the factors that caused it).
Let's look at the main problems that arise when turning on a computer with Windows 10, and ways to solve them.
CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED
Probably, most often, users see a blue background on the screen with a smiley face conveying a negative emotion, and a message that an error occurred when starting Windows.
For the first time, try restarting Windows 10, and when this does not help, restore it using one of the latest rollback points.
At this stage, it is important to know what actions most likely caused the problem when starting Windows 10, in order to resume it the first time, and not roll back endlessly, choosing an older restore point each time. If you updated the OS or installed a driver/program before rebooting or shutting down the PC, select the restore point created by the system before performing this operation.
Boot Failure
This error indicates the inability to detect boot entry on a logical system disk.
There are several solutions here:
- check that the priority of boot devices in the BIOS or UEFI is correct (perhaps the computer starts booting from a connected flash drive);
- Next we check the SSD or system partition for the presence of bad sectors;
- We restore the Windows bootloader using System Restore, booting from the installation disk.
Let’s look at the last option in more detail, because not all beginners understood what we were talking about.
- We boot the computer from a removable bootable media or CD with installation files Windows files 10.
- On the screen with the “Install” button, click on the “System Restore” link.
- Select the additional boot options item, which is responsible for troubleshooting and troubleshooting.
- On the menu with additional parameters Windows startup 10, select the item indicated in the screenshot so that the installer will restore the boot record.
Operating system wasn't found
The error described in this section appears when the computer starts, immediately after its hardware is initialized. Its cause is hardware or logical damage to the drive from which the system is trying to read information, because it was not possible to find and extract information from the bootloader.
Try disconnecting and reconnecting the media using another free cable. Check the media surface for bad sectors, which may cause the inability to access the system information contained in them. Windows Recovery 10 in this case is not recommended - the best solution There will be a reinstallation of the OS with a full formatting of the partition. Then the future system partition will be checked for the presence of bad sectors and then corrected or reassigned.
Other common mistakes
Let's briefly look at other, less common problems that arise during the launch of the "ten".
- Error 0x800F0923 – one of the drivers used on the computer or software products incompatible with the current Windows update/edition.
If restoring the system followed by updating all installed drivers/programs (or removing products that are incompatible with the current update) does not help, contact Microsoft support.
- Error code 0x80200056 - most likely, the update process was interrupted and the computer needs to re-run the update to correct the functioning problems.
- Black screen when turning on computer - boot into safe mode and enable low resolution mode.
Next, turn off each of the video adapters one by one and restart the PC to determine the problem. If you use one video card, update it, and if you cannot connect to the Internet, roll back the drivers for it.
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The article will tell you why they are not installed Windows updates 10 and how to get rid of the problem that arose during the operating system update process.
Features of Windows 10 regarding updates
Microsoft said that there are no plans to release Windows 11 in the near future. Instead, changes will be made to the “ten”, released in the form of updates. Eventually operating system over several years of development, it will be very different from Windows 10 released in the summer of 2015 in all respects: performance, functionality, appearance, possibilities.
Moreover, the user will not be able to refuse to receive innovations in the system. It can only briefly delay the download of updates that do not relate to OS security. And the option is available only in the professional and corporate versions; owners of the tens home edition will not even be able to delay downloading updates.
Only the registry editor, an editing tool, will help you completely abandon the installation of updates in the “ten”. group policies or third-party utilities that perform the corresponding manipulations with registry entries in one click.
Solution
Let's get straight to the topic of conversation.
Posted on the software giant's forum brief instructions to solve the problem: close the Update Center, wait at least 15 minutes, call the Windows 10 update tool again.
Checking for new updates.
After exiting the center, try restarting your computer, sometimes it helps.
To avoid manual checks for updates, go to “Advanced settings”.
Set the method for receiving updates to “Automatic (recommended)”.
2. Activate the service responsible for updates
Advanced users or people using pirated builds of "tens" encounter problems when updating the OS due to the fact that the Windows 10 update service is inactive. This is done to avoid problems with activation and to disable constant downloads and installation of incomprehensible operating system updates.
1. To enable the service, call the command interpreter using the Win+R combination, enter services.msc in the text form and execute the command with the “Enter” key or the “OK” button.
2. In the window with a list of services, find the service “Windows Update” or “ Windows Update"in some assemblies "tens".
3. Through context menu go to the “Properties” of the service.
4. In the “Startup Type” section, set the value to “Automatic” or “Manual” if you want to perform the update once.
5. Click on the “Run” button and close the windows, saving the adjustments made.
3. We use the capabilities of the tool for diagnosing and fixing system problems
1. Through the “Control Panel” or the search bar, launch the “Troubleshoot Windows 10 Update” tool.
3. Give the application administrator privileges.
When the scan is complete, a window will appear showing the results of the troubleshooter.
4. Close the window.
After this, it is advisable to restart the computer.
4. Let's use the problem-finding tool downloaded from the Microsoft resource
- We are looking for a tool for detecting and troubleshooting problems with the “dozens” on the Microsoft website and downloading it.
- Launch the utility and click “Next” after selecting the problem.
As a result of the application, the detected problems will be corrected.
5. Other problems
Among the other factors that cause problems with “tens” updates are:
- absence free space on the system partition;
- occupied by cache update files loaded with errors;
- blocking Internet access by firewall.