0xc0000e Error

[Veronica Hernandez]

Thedreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error code 0xc00000e, which typically appears during startup in Windows 10, can be confusing. Below, you'll learn what this startup error means and how to fix it for a smooth recovery.

The error code 0xc00000e is one of the common BSOD errors that appear during startup, indicating that an important hardware device wasn't detected by Windows 10. This could be due to issues with an SSD or hard drive where system files are stored. The error can also be triggered by a corrupt system file, preventing Windows from starting up properly.

In short, any hardware or system file failure that stops Windows 10 from locating or booting up winload.exe (one of the files in the Windows Boot Manager) can cause this error. You can follow any of the troubleshooting steps below when you encounter it.

The CMOS battery is a chip on your motherboard that stores the BIOS configuration, date, time, and other information. It powers your device's BIOS firmware, ensuring it remains powered even when your computer is not plugged into a power source.

If the CMOS battery is discharged, you may have trouble booting your computer and encounter the 0xc00000e error code. To fix this, you'll need to remove and replace the CMOS battery. You can refer to our guide on why your motherboard has a battery to learn how to do this.

If you've tried all the methods above but still encounter the 0xc00000e error, consider performing a factory reset. Unlike other troubleshooting methods, a factory reset will format everything on your PC. Once the reset is complete, Windows will be reinstalled, and your computer will be restored to its original state.

BSOD errors like 0xc00000e can be a pain to deal with. However, it's not something you can't fix yourself with the solutions listed above. That said, if none of these methods work, you can try some common tips for fixing Windows 10 blue screen errors.

Windows 11 or Windows 10 error code 0xc00000e occurs during startup. Many people, especially computer geeks, will feel a little panic when they encounter this problem, fearing that the computer will crash and cause data loss.

Error code 0xc000000e is often accompanied by a black or blue screen as shown below, which shows File: \Windows\system32\winload.exe or your PC needs to be repaired, a repaired device isn't connected or can't be accessed.

As the onscreen error message shows, 0xc000000e BSOD issue indicates hardware, an SSD or HDD, is not detected when Windows 10 boots. Also, a corrupted system file or BCD (Boot Configuration Data) missing or misconfigured can also stop Windows from booting properly.

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To get data off a PC or laptop that can't boot with error code 0xc00000e, you need to use EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard to create a bootable device that allows you to boot your computer into EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard to restore and export your important files.

Connect the bootable disk to the PC that won't boot and change your computer boot sequence in BIOS. For most users, it works well when they restart their computer and press F2 simultaneously to enter BIOS.

If the SFC tool doesn't work, use the DISM command instead, which is more powerful to fix corrupted system files. In Command Prompt, type DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth and press Enter. Wait for the tool to fix broken files.

The Boot Configuration Data file (BCD) is a system file that guides Windows to boot the operating system. Corrupted BCD files can cause a 0xc00000e error in Windows 10. To rebuild the broken BCD file, you can boot to Windows using a Windows installation CD or a bootable USB drive.

Windows operating systems, including Windows 10, or the new Windows 11, will occasionally have startup problems in use. Hopefully, you can resolve the error code 0xc00000e using the methods listed above.

If you are faced with the error code 0xc00000e, then it could be because of such factors as a drive configuration that is incorrect or due to hardware failure. It could also be because your operating system cannot locate its boot location or the winload.exe file is corrupt and therefore, inaccessible.

Start by checking if there are any external devices connected to your PC. This method is important because if the BIOS or UEFI are configured in such a way that the external device is higher on the scale of boot order of preference than your computer's hard disk, then it will affect the booting process. Your computer will be trying to boot into the external disk, instead of into your system's hard disk. This could lead your computer to boot into this error code 0xc00000e.

The Boot Configuration Data (BCD) file contains the parameters for the boot configuration, such parameters indicate how to boot your Windows operating system. Thus, a corrupt BCD will pose a problem to your PC, leading to this error.

The WHQL support setting in Windows 8.1/10 BIOS has two main purposes: to allow you in enabling UEFI support and to check for drivers that have been signed during the process of booting. If this WHQL support setting is not enabled in your system, you need to enable it. This will ensure your computer boots smoothly since a disabled WHQL support setting could be a reason why your computer boots into the error code 0xc00000e. Go to BIOS settings as shown in method 5 above and check it.

If all else fails, you may have to reinstall Windows OS. Note that reinstalling your Windows will wipe off everything. This calls for the need to rescue your important data before doing the Windows reinstallation. Rescuing data is best done with third-party software and one that is highly recommended for you is Recoverit Data Recovery. The steps on how to use this software will be explained in the next section. Reinstall Windows using a created bootable USB drive and the following steps:

Recoverit Data Recovery is third-party software that can be used to recover data that have been lost or unsaved from a wide range of data loss scenarios. If you have lost some data or you have unsaved data that you cannot access due to the error code 0xc00000e, Recoverit is the ideal tool for you to use. It can also retrieve data from the system's "Recycle Bin", "Trash", formatted drives, external storage device, corrupted SD cards, internal hard drives, crashed systems, among others. Recoverit works perfectly fine with Windows OS, and Mac OS as well. It can also be used to recover different types of data such as images, audios, videos, zipped files, etc.

Several factors may be responsible for the error code 0xc00000e but it takes commitment to the process to fix this error. If your Windows 10 has been plagued with this error, you have come to the right article to help with fixing it. For lost or unsaved data, you can access their location and recover them with Recoverit Data Recovery.

Error code 0xc00000e manifests as a blue screen signaling Windows startup problems and prompting for repair. This issue can stem from recently connected external devices, corrupted system files, or missing startup files. Potential solutions include a straightforward Windows repair or, as a last resort, formatting the system.

The cause of error code 0xc00000e can vary, including device errors, incorrect drive configurations, corrupted system files, or faulty external device connections. If the source of the error is not immediately clear, similar to error codes 0x80073701, 0xc0000225 or 0x80240fff, follow the exclusion procedure.

If your BIOS or UEFI Windows settings prioritize externally connected devices over hard disk drives, this could be the cause of the error. Ensure that external physical devices are properly connected. These devices may include:

The Windows Startup Help functions similarly to the Troubleshooter. It diagnoses problems with booting, checks registry settings and startup configurations, and repairs the errors as much as possible. Proceed as follows:

This is a Boot failure after duplicating Hard disks for backup. NVMe M.2 500GB SSD is where the Win11 OS is, with GPT the GUID Partition Table being used instead of MBR. For some reason, when I restarted the machine, an error 0xc000000e prompted me, which took me into the Setup, with all sorts of things that I have no idea what to do with in there. I tried one after another of those suggested things on the list, but in the end I gave up. Your help is very much appreciated, please. Many thanks in advance for your expertise.

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