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Windows 10 Windows Server 2016

Fixing “Winload.efi is Missing or Contains Errors” in Windows 10

Let’s consider one more common Windows 10 boot error that occurs due to the damaged or missing winload.efi file. The problem manifests itself in the following: Windows stops booting with a BSOD and the error message appears on the boot screen:

Recovery
Your PC 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 the recovery tools on your installation media. If you don’t have any installation media (like a disc or USB device), contact your system administrator or PC manufacturer.
Press Enter to try again
Press F8 for Startup Settings
Press ESC for UEFI Firmware Settings

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