Start your computer in Safe Mode

Safe mode starts Windows with a limited set of files and drivers . Startup programs not running in safe mode, and only the basic drivers needed to start Windows installed .

Safe mode is useful for resolving problems programs and drivers that do not start properly, or prevent Windows start properly . If a problem does not reappear when you start in Safe Mode , you may eliminate the default settings and basic device drivers among the possible causes. If a program or device driver recently installed prevents the proper execution of Windows. You can start your computer in Safe Mode , then uninstall the program causing the problem .

  1. Remove all floppy disks , CDs and DVDs from your computer, then restart your computer.

    Click Start Click on the arrow next to the button Stop Then click Restart.

  2. Do one of the following tasks :

    • If only one operating system is installed on your computer , press the F8 key and hold while your computer restarts . You must press F8 to display the logo Windows. If the logo Windows appears , you should begin once you have waited for the display of the logon screen Windows, you've stopped and restarted the computer .

    • If multiple operating systems are installed on your computer, use the arrow keys to select the operating system to boot in Safe Mode , then press F8 .

  3. On the screen Advanced Boot Options. Use the arrow keys to select Safe Mode you want, then press Enter.

  4. Log in to your computer with a user account that has administrator rights.

  5. When your computer is in Safe Mode, the words Safe Mode appear in the corners of the screen. To leave Safe Mode , restart your computer and let Windows start normally.