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How to Fix the Windows 11 “Preparing Automatic Repair” Loop (Quick & Simple Guide)

How to Fix the Windows 11 “Preparing Automatic Repair” Loop (Quick & Simple Guide)

Introduction
Getting stuck in the Windows 11 “Preparing Automatic Repair” loop is one of the most common PC problems in Boise and surrounding areas. The good news? Most of the time, it’s fixable in minutes. Follow these step-by-step solutions that Idaho PC Solutions uses on real customer machines.

Need professional help? Check out our Windows 11 repair services in Boise.

Fix 1: Hard Reboot to Fix Windows 11 Preparing Automatic Repair Loop

Sometimes a simple hard reboot clears temporary boot errors.

  1. Hold the power button until the PC shuts off.

  2. Unplug the power supply for 30 seconds.

  3. Turn the PC back on.

If the loop continues, move on to the next fix.

Fix 2: Boot Into Advanced Startup

Windows will enter Automatic Repair after repeated failed boots.

  1. Turn the PC on.

  2. As soon as the Windows logo appears, hold power until it shuts down.

  3. Repeat this process 3 times.

Windows will automatically enter Advanced Options.

Fix 3: Run Startup Repair

Inside Advanced Options:

  1. Click Troubleshoot → Advanced Options → Startup Repair

  2. Let Windows attempt the fix automatically.

Learn more about startup repair and troubleshooting.

Fix 4: Run Boot Commands in Command Prompt

  1. Open Command Prompt in Advanced Options.

  2. Type each command one at a time, pressing Enter after each:

bootrec /fixmbr  
bootrec /fixboot  
bootrec /scanos  
bootrec /rebuildbcd

  1. Restart your PC.

Fix 5: Use System Restore (If Available)

  1. Go to Troubleshoot → Advanced Options → System Restore

  2. Select a restore point from before the repair loop began.

  3. Follow the prompts to restore your system.

This fixes issues caused by recent updates or system changes.
Need help creating a restore point? See our Windows 11 system restore guide.

Fix 6: Reset Windows Without Losing Files

If all else fails:

  1. Navigate to Troubleshoot → Reset this PC → Keep my files

  2. Follow the prompts to reset Windows while preserving your personal data.

Learn more about resetting Windows 11 safely.
This often resolves persistent boot loops when other fixes fail.

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When to Call a Technician

If these steps don’t work, the issue may be:

  • SSD/HDD failure

  • Corrupted system files

  • Malware

  • RAM issues

Idaho PC Solutions handles these problems daily and can repair your PC quickly and reliably.

Learn more about our data recovery and virus removal services.

Need Help Right Now?

Idaho PC Solutions offers fast Windows repair in Boise, Meridian, and Nampa.
Call/Text: 208-703-6107

Can’t fix the loop yourself? Call 208-703-6107 for expert Windows 11 repair today! 

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