"It looks like Windows didn't load correctly" after power loss

I have some computers which are acting as information displays without a mouse or keyboard attached. After a power cut, Windows 10 fails to boot. It shows a blue Recovery screen with the message "It looks like Windows didn't load correctly". Connecting a HID and using the "Restart my PC" button works fine without having to use any of the "Advanced repair options". I can also hold the power button for 5 seconds to switch the PC off, then press the power button to switch it back on.

It seems to happen every time that an unexpected power loss occurs.

I have tried using DISM and chkdsk as well as disabling fast boot but the problem persists. Is there a way to have Windows try restating automatically (or after a timeout)?

1 Answer

To avoid Windows being notified of a power-loss condition, try this:

• Run an elevated Command Prompt (CMD Run as administrator)

• In the command window, enter the following command :

  bcdedit /set {default} bootstatuspolicy ignoreshutdownfailures

• Power-off the computer brutally by disconnecting the power, then restart to check if the problem is now fixed.

References :

• BCDEdit /set

• BootStatusPolicy