How to Fix Laptop is Stuck Restarting

When your laptop gets stuck on the restart screen, this problem is usually indicated when the screen displays messages like "Restarting" or simply displays a spinning wheel or logo indefinitely.

This error happens due to various reasons like software crashes, hardware malfunctions, operating system updates, driver conflicts, viruses or malware. That is why here we show you some solutions.

1. Force restart your laptop, restarting the system from scratch often solves the problem. For it:

Press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds to restart your PC until the laptop turns off completely. Press the power button again to turn on the laptop.

2. Run Windows Troubleshooter, this tool checks for problems and fixes them automatically. For it :

Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box, type "Control Panel" and press "OK."

Click OK

In Control Panel, type troubleshooting in the search box and select "Troubleshooting."

Click Troubleshooting

Click "View All" in the left panel to display all the troubleshooters.

Click See all

Select "System Maintenance" from the list, follow the instructions to run the troubleshooter, and apply the recommended solutions.

Click System Maintenance

3. Boot into safe mode, this limited state can help troubleshoot by isolating problematic software or drivers that are interfering with the normal boot process. For it:

Press Windows key + R and type "msconfig" in the dialog box. Press Enter or click OK.

Write msconfig

Select the "Boot" tab.

Open the Boot tab

   Select the "Safe Boot" option, click "Apply" and choose "OK."

Click OK

4. Perform Startup Repair, Startup Repair scans your laptop for problems like corrupted or missing system files and tries to fix them automatically. For it:

Restart your laptop and repeatedly press the F11 key during the startup process to enter Windows Recovery Environment.

Select "Troubleshoot" from the options.

Select Troubleshoot

Then, choose "Advanced Options."

Click Advanced Options

Here you will see different options, select "Startup Repair". Follow the on-screen instructions to allow Startup Repair to diagnose and attempt to fix problems that are preventing your laptop from starting correctly.

5. Uninstall recent updates, updates may introduce unexpected errors that interfere with normal operations. For it:

Boot into Windows Recovery Mode by restarting your laptop and pressing the F11 key while booting.

Press the F11 key

Once in the recovery environment, click on the “Troubleshoot” option to continue.

Select Troubleshoot

Navigate to "Advanced Options" to find more specific recovery options.

Click Advanced Options

Select "Uninstall updates" and continue with the prompts to uninstall the update. Once completed, restart your laptop to see if the issue has been resolved.

6. Update drivers Driver updates typically include bug patches, performance improvements, and enhanced security measures that can prevent many common problems. For this:

Right-click the "Start" button and select "Device Manager."

Open Device Manager

Right click on each device and select "Update Driver."

Click Update Driver

Select "Automatically search for updated driver software" and follow the on-screen instructions.

Click Search automatically for updated driver software.

For certain hardware, especially graphics cards and complex peripherals, visit the manufacturer's website to download the latest drivers instead of relying on Windows Update. After the update, restart your laptop to ensure that all updates are applied correctly and to check if the laptop stuck on reboot issue has been resolved.

How to Fix Laptop is Stuck Restarting

1. Forced Power Cycle (with Caution):

If your laptop is caught in a continuous reboot loop, initiate a forced power cycle as a last resort. This abruptly cuts power, forcing the system to shut down.

Important Note:  A forced power cycle should only be performed if absolutely necessary, as it can lead to data loss if unsaved work is open.

Locate the power button on your laptop.

Hold down the power button for 10-15 seconds until your laptop entirely shuts down.

After a brief pause, press the power button again to initiate a normal startup.

2. Systematic Disconnection of External Devices:

Detach all external peripherals connected to your laptop, including USB drives, printers, and external monitors. These devices can occasionally cause conflicts during the startup process.

Restart your laptop and observe if the problem persists. If the issue disappears, reconnect your devices one by one to pinpoint the culprit.

3. Booting into Safe Mode for Diagnosis:

Safe Mode is a diagnostic startup option that loads Windows with only essential drivers and programs. This allows you to troubleshoot problems that might be hindering normal startup.

The method for entering Safe Mode may vary slightly depending on your Windows version. Here are two common approaches:

From the Login Screen (if accessible):

Hold down the Shift key while clicking on the Power button in the login screen's corner.

Select Restart.

Upon restart, you'll be presented with a blue screen with various startup options. Choose Troubleshoot.

Then navigate to Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.

After restart, your system will display boot options. Select Enable Safe Mode (or a similar option depending on your version).

Using Bootable Windows Installation Media (if normal startup fails):

You'll require a USB drive containing a bootable copy of Windows. Instructions for creating bootable media can be found on the Microsoft website.

Boot your laptop from the USB drive.

After the initial loading screens, you'll see a "Repair your computer" option. Click on it.

Navigate to Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.

Select Enable Safe Mode upon restart.

Once in Safe Mode, attempt to identify the cause of the restart loop. This might involve:

Updating device drivers, particularly display drivers.

Disabling recently installed software.

Executing a malware scan.

If your laptop functions normally in Safe Mode, the issue likely stems from a driver or software conflict.

4. System File Repair (if applicable):

In Safe Mode with networking access (if possible), you can attempt to repair corrupted system files that might be causing the restart loop.

Open an elevated Command Prompt (search for "Command Prompt," right-click and select "Run as administrator").

Type the following command and press Enter:

sfc /scannow

The System File Checker tool will scan protected system files and attempt to repair corrupted ones.

5. Windows Reset as a Last Resort:

If the aforementioned steps are unsuccessful, consider resetting Windows. This will reinstall the operating system while providing the option to retain personal files or erase everything.

Caution:  Ensure you back up important data before resetting Windows, particularly if you choose the "erase everything" option.

The specific steps to reset Windows will vary depending on your version. Generally, you can access the Reset option through Settings > Update & Security > Recovery.

Seeking Professional Assistance:

If none of these solutions resolve the issue, consult a qualified IT professional or your laptop manufacturer's support for further assistance. They can provide more in-depth diagnostics and potential hardware repairs to identify and address any underlying hardware problems.

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With these steps you should be able to effectively diagnose and resolve the cause of your laptop's reboot cycle, ensuring a stable and productive computing environment.