>>1515631>>1515631The error code 0xc000000f is a Windows Boot Manager error that typically appears when the system is unable to locate or load the required boot files. It usually occurs due to:
Common Causes:
1. Corrupt Boot Configuration Data (BCD) – The BCD store is missing or corrupted.
2. Damaged or missing system files – Critical Windows boot files might be deleted or corrupted.
3. Faulty or disconnected boot device – If the hard drive or SSD is failing or improperly connected, Windows may not be able to boot.
4. Power failure during boot – A sudden power loss can corrupt essential system files.
5. Malware or disk errors – Viruses or bad sectors on the disk can prevent Windows from starting.
Fixing the 0xc000000f Error
Method 1: Use Windows Recovery Media
1. Insert a bootable Windows installation USB/DVD.
2. Boot from the installation media.
3. Click Repair your computer Troubleshoot Advanced Options.
4. Choose Startup Repair and follow the prompts.
Method 2: Rebuild the BCD Manually
If Startup Repair fails, try these steps:
1. Boot from the installation media and open Command Prompt (Advanced Options Command Prompt).
2. Run the following commands one by one:
bootrec /fixmbr
bootrec /fixboot
bootrec /scanos
bootrec /rebuildbcd
3. Restart the computer and check if it boots correctly.
Method 3: Check the Hard Drive
1. Boot into the Command Prompt as above.
2. Run a disk check:
chkdsk C: /f /r /x
(Replace C: with the correct drive if needed.)
Method 4: Check Boot Order in BIOS
1. Restart your PC and enter the BIOS/UEFI (usually by pressing F2, F12, DEL, or ESC during boot).
2. Ensure that your primary hard drive (where Windows is installed) is set as the first boot option.
Method 5: Reinstall Windows
If none of the above methods work, reinstalling Windows may be necessary.
