How to Fix a PC Stuck in BIOS After Startup?

My PC is stuck in the BIOS screen every time I turn it on, and it won’t boot into Windows. I’ve checked the boot order and basic BIOS settings, but the issue still persists. I’m worried that this problem might be related to hard drive failure, corrupted system files, or boot errors. Could this situation cause data loss or make my files inaccessible? If the drive is detected but Windows won’t load, would using reliable data recovery software help retrieve important data before attempting further repairs?

Tagged: Windows 11

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Sofia

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February 17, 2026 at 8:43 am

If my PC is stuck on the BIOS screen and won’t boot, should I recover my data first before trying repairs?

Mira Lennox Lennox

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February 10, 2026 at 11:21 am

Yes, secure your files first before changing BIOS settings or replacing hardware. Create a Windows 11 recovery USB on another PC, boot from it, and copy your data to an external drive. Avoid repeated restarts or random BIOS changes since that can stress the SSD. If the drive will not open normally, a trusted tool like Stellar Data Recovery can help retrieve files safely before you move on to deeper repairs.

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Nina Calder

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February 10, 2026 at 10:10 am

Grab your files before you attempt any risky hardware or BIOS & se a working PC to create a bootable recovery USB to jump straight into your files. you can save the recovered data to a separate external drive. use a reliable data recovery software which is safe, which prevents furthur damage to you ssd.

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