I was in the middle of resetting my PC when my 4-year-old son accidentally turned it off. Now, my computer is stuck on a recovery screen and every option I try just fails. I'm not sure what to do next—should I take it to a repair shop, or is there something I can do at home to fix it?
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It's definitely not a lost cause! First, try to see if you can get into the UEFI BIOS. If you can, look for a reset jumper on the motherboard—checking the manual for your motherboard can help you locate it. Resetting to default values might get you back on track!
Once you're in BIOS, making sure your boot order is correct could help. You want your hard drive to be the first option!
Your PC's not done for—just needs a little TLC! You can create a new installation of the OS from a USB drive or installation medium. If you're just looking to recover some data, it might be smarter to get a pro involved, as they can navigate things without further risking your files.
Absolutely, a clean install could sort it all out. But I agree with setting the motherboard back to factory settings first.
I can access the BIOS, but it's booting to the recovery screen instead. Any tips on what to do from there?