How Can I Fix a Windows PC Stuck in a CHKDSK Loop Without Losing Data?

Hi everyone,

My Windows computer keeps getting stuck in a CHKDSK loop every time I start it. I’m worried that trying to fix it might cause me to lose important files. Has anyone experienced this before? What’s the safest way to resolve this issue and prevent data loss?

Any step-by-step advice or recommended tools would be really helpful. Thanks in advance!

Tagged: Windows

Windows PC/ Laptop

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Mira Lennox Lennox

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September 26, 2025 at 7:18 am

If your Windows PC keeps looping CHKDSK at startup, the safest first step is to back up your important files before attempting any repairs. This can be done by booting from a Linux live USB or connecting the drive to another working PC and copying your files to an external drive. Once your data is safe, check the disk’s health using SMART tools to see if it’s failing. After that, you can run CHKDSK or Windows repair commands from a recovery USB. Avoid running repairs before backing up, especially if the drive shows signs of failure, because it could make recovery harder. If the drive is physically failing, consider professional recovery.

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