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How to fix Legacy Boot issues on Windows 10/11
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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There are two options when it comes to BIOS firmware. You might go for the more-recent firmware UEFI or stick with theLegacy BIOS. Your choice depends on various factors but we won’t suggest meddling with firmware if you don’t have enough experience.
The common issue is switching from one to another option, as some users are unable tobootwith the Legacyboot. There are multiple reasons for that and we provided some solutions below.
What to do if Legacy Boot won’t work
Solution 1 – Disable Raid On and Secure Boot
If you’re unable tobootwith the Legacybootand, for some reason, need to avoid UEFI, our first suggestion is to disable both RAID and Securebootinbootsettings. Once you’ve done that, reboot your PC and trybootingagain. Of course, make sure that Legacybootis enabled inbootsettings.
If you’re not sure how to accessBIOS settingsonWindows 10, follow these steps:
Solution 2 – Repair or rebuild bootloader
Issues withbootingwith the Legacy BIOS might lie in thebootloadercorruption. Instead of MBR, which runs with UEFI, we’ll need you to repair GPT. For this, you’re going to need theWindows 10installation media created withMedia Creation Tool. After you’ve successfully made abootabledrive, follow the steps we listed below:
Solution 3 – Convert HDD to GPT
Finally, if you’ve previously used UEFIbootfirmware to install a system on your HDD, you won’t be able tobootinto a legacy mode. This drive is probably using MBR which won’tbootas it requires GPT. This can be resolved but, sadly, it requires formatting your drive in order to convert it to GPT partition.
Here’s what you need to do:
With that said, we can conclude this article. In case you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to tell us in the comments section below.
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Aleksandar Ognjanovic
Aleksandar’s main passion is technology. With a solid writing background, he is determined to bring the bleeding edge to the common user. With a keen eye, he always spots the next big thing surrounding Microsoft and the Windows OS.
Focused on Windows errors and how to solve them, he also writes about the OS’s latest features as well as its interface.
In his free time, he likes to read, listen to music, and enjoy the nature. Hiking is one of his newly found passions.
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