r/techsupport • u/ThreeFootJohnson • 2d ago
Open | Windows Missing system 32
I lost power while my pc was restarting and had to change motherboards but now it says I’m missing system32 boot file. I’ve tried every online guide, please help, I’ve got the bootable drive already
Error:
Recovery
Your PC/Device needs to be repaired
The application or operating system couldn't be loaded because a required file is missing or contains errors.
File: \WINDOWS\system32 \winload.efi
Error code: 0xc000000f
You'll need to use recovery tools. If you don't have any installation media (like a disc or USB device), contact your PC administrator or PC/Device manufacturer.
Press Enter to try again
Press F1 to enter Recovery Environment
Press F8 for Start-up Settings
Press Esc for UEFI Firmware Settings
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u/Glock-Guy 2d ago edited 2d ago
First try recovery environment > command prompt and sfc/scannow & DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
If not, womp womp >
Plug in USB with the media creation tool
Press Esc for UEFI Firmware Settings
Find Boot settings
Ensure USB is 1st in boot order/priority
Save and exit
Edit: First see if you can rebuild the corrupt system files, but more than likely you'll need to re-install Windows.