I recently updated my custom-built desktop to Windows 11, and now it won't boot past the BIOS screen. Instead, I get a Driver_PNP_Watchdog error. I can't access safe mode, and the automatic repair feature doesn't work either – it just hangs on the same error. I even tried reinstalling Windows but can't get past the boot process for my USB drive, as it hangs again. The BIOS recognizes all my storage drives, CPU, and RAM, so they seem fine. I can't retrieve any dump files since I can't enter safe mode. Here's what I've already attempted: 3 power cycles to initiate automatic repair, setting up a bootable USB using Rufus on another laptop, disconnecting my primary drive, and booting with minimal devices connected. I'm at my wit's end; any advice would be greatly appreciated!
2 Answers
It sounds like you might have a hardware compatibility issue. Before trying anything drastic, let's check the basics. Can you provide details about your motherboard model and CPU? It's also crucial to know if your system is Intel or AMD. Check if you can access settings like CSM, Secure Boot, or SATA Mode in your BIOS. And when you try to boot the USB, do you see any error messages before it hangs?
Just a heads up, messing with BIOS settings can lead to data loss, so always ensure your backups are solid. Since you're experiencing those issues after a Windows update, it could be related to drivers. If you can manage to get into BIOS, try resetting it to default settings and see if that helps in booting from USB. Additionally, double-check your USB drive for any corruption.
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