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Recovering a Windows 11 System with a Corrupted BCD

Introduction

When a Windows 11 system encounters issues beyond the point of showing the recovery screen, sometimes with different error codes, it can be a frustrating experience. However, there are several methods to help you recover your system.

Understanding the BCD (Boot Configuration Data)

The BCD is a crucial component that manages the boot process for your Windows 11 system. It stores boot configuration data, including the list of operating systems installed on your computer, the boot order, and boot options.

Common Error Codes and Solutions

Error Code 0x0000009c

This error is usually caused by a missing or corrupt BCD. You can try to repair the BCD using the Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE).

1. Restart your computer and press the F11 key during startup to open the UEFI firmware settings.
2. Navigate to the Boot menu and enable the UEFI Boot for Windows Boot Manager.
3. Save and exit the UEFI settings. Your computer should now boot into Windows RE.
4. Select "Command Prompt" from the Windows RE menu.
5. Type the following command and press Enter:

bootrec /fixboot

6. Type the following command and press Enter:

bootrec /rebuildbcd

Error Code 0x00000080

This error is often caused by a corrupt system partition. You can use the Windows Installation Media to repair the system partition.

1. Create a Windows 11 installation USB drive or DVD.
2. Restart your computer and boot from the installation media.
3. Select "Repair your computer" from the Windows Setup screen.
4. Choose the "Troubleshoot" option, then "Advanced options", and finally "Command Prompt".
5. Type the following command and press Enter:

bootrec /fixboot

6. Type the following command and press Enter:

bootrec /rebuildbcd

7. Type the following command and press Enter:

diskpart

8. Type the following commands and press Enter after each one:

list disk
select disk 0
list partition
select partition 1
active
exit

9. Type the following command and press Enter:

chkdsk /f /r

10. Type exit and press Enter to close the Command Prompt.

Additional Resources

• Fix Boot Manager Error 0x0000009c in Windows 11
• Fix Boot Manager Error 0x00000080 in Windows 11
• Windows Boot Manager Error Codes