I tried to Factory Reset my computer and it failed 3 times, and now I can't login.

Anonymous
2024-10-09T01:31:59+00:00

First time I factory reset my computer it cailed and said "Undoing changes" as it did that it brought up my login screen. I go to login but now I am locked out behind an Error that persists with User Profile service Failed. So I go to factory reset again. It does the same thing. Undoes the changes and says that same error. I go for the third time but this time it is to fully wipe the computer. Gets stuck at 46% for 2 hours and then fails. Still the same error. I have been following guifes to do stuff in safe mode, but as I login to safe mode I am met with a blank white canvas, and cannot access anything at all. The window key + R or X does not work at all. I would like to fix this ASAP, it has been stressing me out. I don't know what to do.

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  1. Estrella721 46,030 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2024-10-09T02:06:58+00:00

    Hi Lance,

    My name is Estrella, and I'm a Microsoft user like you. I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing this issue. I'll be more than happy to help.

    If the reset options don't work, I would recommend that you perform a clean installation of your Windows OS. This will wipe your system and address advanced issues:

    If you have files to back up, please take a look at the link below.

    https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

    Find an empty USB drive with at least 8 GB of space and a working computer, then follow the steps below:

    1. Click this link: https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/win...
    2. Run the tool, create a bootable USB drive or ISO file, and deselect the 'Use the recommended options for this PC' box to choose the correct language and edition.

    Once the process is done:

    1. Connect the installation media to your PC.
    2. Start your PC and press any key to continue. Click Next > Click Install Now.
    3. When the Windows Setup starts, follow the on-screen instructions.

    Note: If prompted for a product key, click 'I do not have a product key' and then click Next.

    Make sure you install the same edition of Windows 10 (Home or Pro) that you previously had installed to avoid activation issues.

    Please refer to this tutorial for a step-by-step guide:

    https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/insider/for...

    Let me know the result or if you need more help by clicking the 'Reply' link below. Thank you.

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  2. Anonymous
    2024-10-09T02:16:50+00:00

    I do not have a USB or another computer, but if I don't want to save any files, how would I go about doing the clean installation? Cause I have tried to do the Factory Reset with saving no files and it got stuck at 46% and froze for 2 hours. I don't mind losing everything, I just want to get back into my PC.

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  3. Estrella721 46,030 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2024-10-09T02:27:54+00:00

    Thanks for the reply. Even with the option to remove everything, the only way to perform a clean installation would be through a USB, as you need to create installation media for this process. If that's not possible right now, I suggest visiting a local tech store or borrowing one from someone you know. Also, make sure that the USB is empty with at least 8 GB of space.

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-10-09T02:31:22+00:00

    Hm, okay. Well can we retract a bit then. Are there any other solutions to solving User Profile Service Failed? Right now I am in safe mode, but I see nothing but a white screen, but I can open up Task Manager.

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  5. Estrella721 46,030 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2024-10-09T02:37:24+00:00

    Under Safe mode, please try these methods:

    > Restart Windows Explorer:

    1. On your keyboard, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager
    2. Choose the Processes tab.
    3. Scroll down and find Windows Explorer
    4. Right-click on it then select Restart.

    > Check the status of User profile services:

    Press Windows + R, type Services.msc and press Enter.

    Look for User Profile Service

    Right-click on it and start the service.

    Double-click on it then set the Startup type to Automatic.

    Check if you are able to log-in.

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