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How to Rebuild BCD Windows 10 & 8.1

April 9, 2021 by shantanu

This is a step by step tutorial or a beginner’s guide to How to rebuild BCD (Boot Configuration DATA) and rebuild MBR (Master Boot Record) in Windows 10 & Windows 8 | 8.1.

Rebuilding BCD | Boot configuration data | MBR

To check & rebuild the Windows BCD:

  • If you are able to access lock screen on Windows, Press & keep holding the shift key & click on Restart to open Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE)
  • If not,
  • Insert the original Windows DVD/USB and boot from it
  • You can also use Windows Recovery Media
  • Select your Language & keyboard options
  • Click Next
  • Click on Repair your computer

windows10_repair_boot

  • Click Troubleshoot
  • Click on Advanced Options
  • Click on Command Prompt

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  • Now,
  • Type bootrec /fixmbr
  • Press Enter
  • Then,
  • Type bootrec /fixboot
  • Press Enter
  • Then,
  • Type bootrec /rebuildbcd
  • Press Enter
  • Now, Type Exit

bootrec

  • Restart your computer

Category: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 Last Modified: April 17, 2021

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Shantanu is a Windows Enthusiast, a troubleshooter & a writer. He is a Microsoft MVP in Windows Expert - IT Pro from 2007. You can check out his other work @ www.shantanukaushik.com

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