How to Fix Windows 11 Won't Boot BCD Error Code 0xc0000098

How to Fix Windows 11 Won't Boot BCD Error Code 0xc0000098
Today we are going to solve Boot Error 0xc0000098 on Windows 11: This Boot error 0xc0000098 is caused by a corrupted Boot Configuration Data (BCD) for short. This Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) normally happens when you boot Windows and it was not able to load operating system correctleyl because of the corrupt BCD file. The Boot Error 0xc0000098 will shut the computer down straightaway and restart stopping you from booting in to windows desktop. Use the follow commands below to resolve the issue.
bootrec /scanos
bootrec /fixmbr
bootrec /fixboot
bootsect /nt60 sys
bootrec /fixboot
bootrec /rebuildbcd
chkdsk C: /f /r /x
sfc /scannow
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[@Britec09]

Hope this video helps you fix BCD Error Code 0xc0000098. Drop us a LIKE 👍

[@martinbarr-david8173]

Thanks for your help.

[@franksinatra474]

Bootsect /nt60 sys No se encontró la partición del sistema: No se puede encontrar el dispositivo de sistema solicitado.

[@user-jm3rq6jq6r]

​@@franksinatra474 كل ما نزل نسخه هنعمل كدا

[@marilenerecastil4106]

I cannot see the reset this pc

[@startrek007]

Not yet, getting this error soon after just plugging the USB

[@schreib_air]

For everyone having trouble with "path not found" or "c:/boot not avaible", I finally solved it with the following commands at the command prompt: bcdboot c:\windows /s c: bootrec /rebuidbcd a (for all) exit Then resume the starting process. Done, you are welcome!

[@MuhammadAli-wy6ku]

Thank you very much, I was stuck there. How did you found the solution to that step? Where did you find it? thank you again

[@jumariquijano5794]

This is helpful. Actually i change my "c" to "d" because c has no folder. Thank you so much.

[@hakuiii8261]

Thank you so much! I followed every step by many videos, but I stuck in the "path not found", which was the last step for several days. After correcting the commands according to your message, my laptop has finally worked properly! Your tutorial is useful.Thanks a lot!

[@Stickks-cr4rd]

@@hakuiii8261how you fix that bro mines says path not found

[@jaferalakkal]

You are the saviour bro 😘😘😘. Stuck there .. solved 😂 ❤ 😘😘

[@gamelysis2777]

I don't know how but seems like my C: has now become F: it's F: in the cmd is showing all the files that are supposed to be in the C: drive, then once I press enter after the bootrec /rebuiltbcd it says total identified windows 1 add installation to boot list? Yes (Y)/ No (N)/All(A) I choose Y then it says The system cannot find the path specified, please help me fix this!!

[@fernguIIy]

pls pls tell me what you did to fix this!!! I'm having that problem right now

[@coolpineapple8461]

Me toooo​@@fernguIIy

[@dabio7270]

Did you fix this?

[@gamelysis2777]

@@dabio7270 I did but I literally don't remember how I did it

[@MarvelousMorrion]

Straight forward no fluff ,no nonsense,all facts and info thank youuu

[@GaryBeltz]

The problem with the use of a failing hard drive is that all new PCs are shipping with SSDs do they still get bad sectors and other warning signs of drive failures like their mechanical counterparts?

[@Britec09]

SSD do fail and cause intermittent problems as well.

[@GaryBeltz]

@@Britec09 I knew they failed I just wasn't sure if they displayed the same warning signs knock on wood haven't had one fail

[@horilka96]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. Countless videos, websites etc. were not clear and not helpful at all. I found your video, followed every step and I have it finally fixed. PC booting up like a charm again. You are amazing.

[@CharlesTheClumsy]

I got this problem 4 days after purchasing a completely new laptop from Lenovo.

[@R3bal2]

Hi, I followed every step but after using bootrec /rebuildbcd it said "Identified Windows Installations: 1 C:\Windows Add instalation to boot list? Yes(Y) /No(N) /All(A). Inputting Y o N it says" The system cannot find the path specified". Any ideas on what I can do next? Thanks in advance.

[@nielsburghoorn4435]

@Britec09 I have the same issue

[@TheLastLoad]

Any luck with this step?

[@johnbayly6996]

What can we do with this issue?

[@nielsburghoorn4435]

It was fixed for me! I used a 'windows 10 boot usb drive', you can probably find it at a local electronics store. Make a call to see if they have it and go save your laptop.

[@poor_impulsive]

at the beginning, did you change the directory to C: in the cmd prompt by typing "c:" then enter?

[@shareluxxx]

it shows to me ''Total identified windows instillations : 1 ''I think that's where could be a problem for me ?

[@dabio7270]

Same, did you fix the issue?

[@just.feyiii]

same here I think you're meant to type yes with ot

[@deinfanhausi]

Look at the comment with a lot of thumbs up, this is resolved there

[@shareluxxx]

Yes, i did.

[@BSHM-CONCRENIO]

Thankyou so much, bro!🥺 I really have a hard time to fix my pc, i watched many videos on yt but no one can help me. Thank God i found this video!❤️

[@RobertKeenanComp-U-Right]

Brian, Thanks Much for the steps below in notes, All the best, Bob

[@Britec09]

You're welcome

[@Shizzmoney74]

How to fix Windows 11: don't install Windows 11

[@Britec09]

Did you work that one out all on your own? lol

[@Mr.Eminem]

Every windows got bsod problems bruh..

[@thatguy4360]

Man I just started installing a windows update last night. I wake up . This is the problem I see. Never a-fucking-gain.

[@Cronus-rw1pt]

I just had this problem with my nitro 5 and I’m suppose to be doing a session soon 😔

[@UnknownXVN]

i windows 11 is the default OS on my Laptop. it was there ever since i bought it

[@otonigabriel]

I've got an error in the last step "bootrec /rebuildbcd" .. couldnt add instalation to boot.. " The system cannot find the path specified"

[@L.o.v.e.F.u.n.k]

Did you find a workaround?

[@tanishqlodha8535]

bro i have problems in rebuildbcd step it shows me the system cannot find the path specified

[@jenniferamakaoliseyenum9137]

Did you find a solution to this ?

[@tanishqlodha8535]

No bro I didn't, I had to finally sell it.

[@deinfanhausi]

There is a comment with a lot of thumbs up, which resolves this issue

[@user-zu4ft8yw9e]

To troubleshoot and resolve the BCD error code 0xc0000098 preventing Windows 11 from booting, follow these steps: 1. Create a Windows 11 Bootable USB Drive or DVD Installation Media. 2. Run a disk check to fix any disk errors on the C partition. 3. Rebuild the BCD using a USB drive or third-party software like EaseUS Partition Master Professional. 4. Repair the Master Boot Record (MBR), Boot Sector, and Boot Configuration Data (BCD). 5. Run Startup Repair. 6. Run the System File Checker (SFC) Utility. 7. Run a CHKDSK Scan. By following these steps, you should be able to troubleshoot and resolve the BCD error code 0xc0000098 preventing Windows 11 from booting.

[@shanelamell2229]

Have you made a post on how to turn on system restore for windows 11?? Again thank you for sharing and have a nice safe day!!

[@midunmohanakanth8115]

I don't get the second screen with all the other advanced options, only the 'blue screen of death', what would this mean?

[@charliee2960]

me too let me know if you figure anything out

[@georgegavalas1600]

yea me too and if damn annoying that the only thing I've been looking for like 8 hours

[@kizmoko1739]

For me it says The system cannot find the path after rebuildbcd.

[@mohammedcherkaoui9292]

After 12 hours of searching si almost lost hope as I had alot of data and work that could’ve been lost, it finally worked thank you so much.

[@cyberznet]

TYVM. This video brought my Win11 PC back from the BSOD startuo. I caused this to occur after entering my BIOS from within Windows 11 settings because I was having a problem entering the BIOD from the keyboard DEL key during bootup. Aftering entering the BIOS setup and confirming some settings and exiting without changes I then to my horror was greeted with the BSOD your video covers. I was not having any issues... weird stuff. Checked SSD for errors and none were found. Awesome video.

[@dabio7270]

My laptop's had the exact same issue, how did you resolve the issue? I followed the cmd instructions and it came up with a different answer to the last promt shown in the video, mine said something along the lines of "total identified number of windows installations: 1. Add installations to boot list? Yes (Y)/No (N)/ All (A)"

[@rsubra59]

Hi tried the steps closely. got stuck at bcdedit /export c:\bcdbackup. I received " the store export operation has failed. The system has attempted to load or restore a file into he registry, but the specified file is not in a registry file format". What should I do to fix this?

[@mokey_mc_7067]

i have same problem

[@techstudymca7553]

Sir help 😭 me !! I Found this error "The store export oparation has failed. Data error (cyclic redundancy check)." .... After typing this cmd. ...... "bcdedit /export c:\bcdbackup" Please help 🥺🥺😭😭

[@NAVJOTSingh-rj4mj]

At 3:11 min when i run the command rebuildbcd , i got 1 in the window installation. How to fix that one ?

[@heliobraz4184]

Same here. Did you solve it?

[@ferminenriquezamorapineda2832]

I have dual boot windows and linux, the problem appeared 6 months after installation, and the repair screen never appears no matters how many times I restart

[@DalmationProductions]

I never knew that BCD existed in Windows

[@CharlieStrong64]

Thank you your video has been really helpful. ❤

[@_let_them_fly_]

Absolute legend. Thank you so much. 🙏

[@rafeeqmtp7763]

Its not showing continue to windows 11💀

[@johngoard8272]

Good one Brian this shows a few options that I wasn't aware of. Now would using an image from an external drive do the same thing and is this possible in a blue screen situattion?

[@sto.]

Thank you so much, this worked instantly!

[@TheCarlostina]

Great video but in my case I came across this error Error 0xc0000098 while trying to install windows 10 on a brand new Hard disk. The disk is EFI Based System & HDD. How can i manage to get pass over this if i do not have anything installed yet? I do have a windows 10 bootable usb stick & also tried with the media creation tool usb to get access to command prompt. I really do not understand why i am having this issue, please any tip would be very welcoming. Thanks

[@gabrielelrhilani6562]

HiBrian, hello everyone... This video seems super helpful and is very friendly to reproduce... thanks to you Brian. Quick question : do you think fix mbr is of need since win11 seems only capable to run on gpt ? Am I missing something here ? just to understand why the fixmbr command. Thanks a lot :)

[@kobiehyer_571]

Bro the only thing I can do is go into bios and see the blue screen that’s it

[@Britec09]

That is not good

[@Ninge]

Is this a custom build or like and HP or Dell? Dell and HP have built-in diagnostics, Dell is F12 and HP is F2. When the PC boots, keep taping the key until you get the option to run diagnostic, HP choose system tests then run a full scan, and for Dell it'll run a basic scan and will eventually ask if you want to run a full or advanced scan.

[@kobiehyer_571]

@@Britec09 well the file says it’s a boot problem and I d tried to find a video and could but I think it’s my hard drive and it was also mad in 2014

[@kobiehyer_571]

@@Ninge it’s a custom build

[@KoalaWabbit]

@@kobiehyer_571 you figure a solution? I have a custom build too and it’s bricked like this

[@weezbeezy9808]

THIS HONESTLY WORK 100% THANK YOU SO MUCH. Just do every step, close cmd and tap on the shutdown menu and wvalla

[@Swag_x_Godly]

How do u go from blue screen to that other screen he went to?

[@user-vh3cm9lo7t]

After rebuild bcd , total identifed window installation: 1, what next?

[@kyproskyprianou1572]

Hello on 3:08 I have Total identified windows installations:1 [1] C:\Windows Add installation to boot list? Yes/No/All ??

[@rahulgarg9636]

Same issue is with me... I have 3 installations

[@dinganimazithulela1577]

And when you are on this video If you find you have multiple primary partitions Try the one with the biggest size under the heading "size" Worked for me

[@codewithstudent2677]

I am still getting access denied for the fixboot operation, is there anything to do

[@olwineuceda9137]

Yeah me too let me know if u find a fix

[@davidlampe4153]

I didn’t know that I could fix windows that way. Does the command line work only for windows 10 or will the command’s also work on windows server 2008, 2012, 2016 hyper V?

[@Britec09]

Bootrec will work with Windows Server, but I would not start running commands willy-nilly on Windows Server, remember its a server not a desktop computer.

[@UmBRmuitolokoo]

Muito obrigado, não achava solução para esse erro aqui no Brasil ate ver o seu vídeo. Obrigado pela ajuda 12/08/22.

[@andrebrandao3134]

como vc fez pra sair da tela azul?

[@BeardTech]

When I ran this all the way up to rebuildbcd, it asked me if I want to add installation to boot list, gave me a Y, N, or ALL option, and when I hit any of these answers it says "the system cannot find the path specified" and I'm back at square one!!! please help!!!

[@josiephillips1381]

I ran into this problem as well. Now I can’t find a solution.

[@BeardTech]

@@josiephillips1381 I just changed the file system and wiped my hard drive, then reinstalled windows. I hadn't saved much to the machine so that was lucky...

[@jumariquijano5794]

Trouble with "path not found" The following commands at the command prompt: bcdboot c:\windows /s c: bootrec /rebuildbcd A (for all) exit Then resume the starting process

[@jumariquijano5794]

​@@josiephillips1381 Trouble with "path not found" The following commands at the command prompt: bcdboot c:\windows /s c: bootrec /rebuildbcd A (for all) exit Then resume the starting process

[@gohma2537]

@@jumariquijano5794 Thank you.

[@lucykrum3875]

I’m not able to get to the advanced options screen. The Dell logo doesn’t spin and goes strait to the bsod

[@MEHJABEENTABASUM]

After typing bootrec/rebuildbcd it shows tat there's a installation and asks me to add tat installation to boot list...when i type yes or no it shows that the system cannot find a specified path...y ?? 🥲

[@daanban2390]

did you fix it?

[@henrykrugmann1694]

Thanks very much…your video prevented me from freaking out.

[@ForlolWildrift]

My Windows 10 pro doesn't show the Windows logo but directly open the blue screen error.

[@princesonychatejada4880]

I tried many videos how to fix bcd problem, but 5his one works. thank you so much!

[@shu1783]

BROOOO I LOVE YOUUUU YOU GOT YOURSELF A FOLLOWER ! 🙏🏽

[@HN_ZO]

bootrec /rebuildbcd It says it can’t find the file path

[@dustdukk2832]

Did you fix it?

[@HN_ZO]

@@dustdukk2832 formatted my pc

[@dustdukk2832]

@@HN_ZO alr no worries I fixed mine too 👍

[@thugpoly5390]

What happens if you get to the last bootrec /rebuildbcd and it comes up with: Total identified Windows Installations: 1? [1] C:\Windows What do you do with that? Need help please?

[@Guts364__]

same issue with mine, how did you solve yours?

[@andreastheman142]

Solved it?​@@Guts364__

[@miksellaneous]

After I typed the bootrec /rebuildbcd and typed A (All), it says that "the system cannot find the path specified" What do I do?

[@jumariquijano5794]

Trouble with "path not found" The following commands at the command prompt: bcdboot c:\windows /s c: bootrec /rebuildbcd A (for all) exit Then resume the starting process (^ i read the comments this works for me)

[@Stickks-cr4rd]

@@jumariquijano5794still cant find rhe path bro when i did that

[@nompumelelonkosi997]

​@@jumariquijano5794still nothing, please help. I have a report to submit tomorrow

[@michael.schedivy]

@@jumariquijano5794thank you very much, this works 🙂👍

[@carolinamanjarrez4122]

Omg that command saved my life and stress

[@molonlabe8792]

From the Recovery window I can only get to the UEFI screen that gives you a choice of PC Info, Date and Time, Management and Exit.

[@akuseru1078]

Thank you very much ❤❤❤❤ I thought I was going to lose all my work files

[@poor_impulsive]

thanks brother :) the bootsect command sorted it out for me

[@MuhammadAli-wy6ku]

Amazing, thank you very much. I had this problem. you helped me and saved me. God guide you and bless you.

[@1swat844]

Thanks this really helped me!

[@johndavid1611]

How dk you get to the repair screen?

[@aabbklll101]

So my problem is unique. I just built my pc. First boot i was in bios to use a usb and install windows. Couldnt find the usb so hit save and exit. Now it wont boot at all. My tv says "no input". Did i ruin my motherboard before i got to even use it?

[@Faither011]

if you have a graphics card, you should connect your tv with the graphics card instead of the motherboard. should help

[@Sim-ys7cr]

So sad it doesn't work for me. Windows 10 and it say can't find a specific location to install.

[@BeardTech]

I got this too!

[@jumariquijano5794]

Trouble with "path not found" The following commands at the command prompt: bcdboot c:\windows /s c: bootrec /rebuildbcd A (for all) exit Then resume the starting process

[@tinaluitziljosafatmizraim7495]

Hey, in the part where he said we restarted the computer at minute 3:17 what did he do, what button did he press or what!! (I only saw that he moved his arrow)

[@priyankrustagi]

Did you find how to restart/reboot from command prompt?

[@ryanzmuda3167]

Installations found said 0

[@rinzyhands]

it says i have total indentified windows installations : 1 after i use rebuildbcd what should i do

[@jumariquijano5794]

Just type y or. N or a

[@jumariquijano5794]

If doesn't work

[@jumariquijano5794]

Trouble with "path not found" The following commands at the command prompt: bcdboot c:\windows /s c: bootrec /rebuildbcd A (for all) exit Then resume the starting process

[@Skeptical_au]

i cant get to the command centre

[@mattfarina9964]

My problem is when I Re write the drive it says “The Media is Write Protected”

[@VR46314]

When I did rebuildbcd it said (1) and gave me options of yes no and all. What do I do ?

[@BillG42069]

Stuck here too

[@jumariquijano5794]

Just press y or n or a

[@jumariquijano5794]

Trouble with "path not found" The following commands at the command prompt: bcdboot c:\windows /s c: bootrec /rebuildbcd A (for all) exit Then resume the starting process

[@user-jm3rq6jq6r]

Should I remove the extra hard drive when doing the steps?

[@edgargonzaga5849]

I can’t even do any of these steps because it’s deadass stuck in the recovery error

[@shizzy._kingdom-ci4hc]

Have you found a fix?

[@shizzy._kingdom-ci4hc]

Mines is also stuck in the recovery error

[@swayhot0153]

Hey Brian, i followed all your steps correctly, up until "reboot your pc" please explain to me how i go on from there, like do i just press the power button or idk, please help

[@Linguinenjoyer]

Is it normal that for me when I go into the cmd it says "source" instead of "\windows\system32" ?

[@ralseichanuwu]

The System cannot execute the specified program

[@deanefische721]

I had doubts that my windows will never be unlocked but after meeting him I can only say great things about him

[@fakelimitless4548]

Does this still work sir?

[@Sovietttank]

My windows startup is just black, and i have a startup menu and its kinda outdated and i dont have this advanced menu option

[@TylerNerfandStuff]

HELP I rebuilt the bcd and it says the system cant find the path specified!!!!

[@Nischalrokaya]

mine problem showed system\ pcw.sys error. but i just did nothing and i forced restart pc and it ran normally but my games are lagging so much like after 5 to 7 minutes of play..😢😢😢 something is wrong... will factory resetting pc fix?

[@ImCalvinr93]

Windows is an error.

[@JaredKroh]

Worked! Thanks!

[@vincethomas2885]

I have tried countless videos like this and not single one has worked for me. My computer is new and in great physical condition.

[@JACKPOT-ig3xk]

My laptop keeps restarting after an update happened it just says updating then restarts then updating then restarts

[@w4k3up27]

First tip didnt help... can't open this settings menu anymore, when i shutdown and startup my pc 3 times it doesn't change shit, still got the blue screen with the errorcode..

[@donlaryeamedia7608]

After the bootrec rebuild Total identified windows installation 1 Add installation to boot list? Yes or no

[@thinkingtambay]

Same issue i just jump and do chkdsk

[@dealonp8526]

When I typed the command bootrec /rebuildbcd It found 2 Windows identified installations and it asked me "Add these installations to boot list?" I could select either Yes, No, or All and whatever happens it says "Specified Access path is unfound" What does it mean ? What do I do ?

[@yrnproject7644]

Same for me I’m clueless

[@IAmAllThatIs]

Fixboot says access denied

[@Notavailable9ag]

I get access is denied when i type bootrec

[@kingnoxide9324]

Fixboot says access denied no matter what i do

[@onbekend1288]

For me reset this pc also dont work, how can i fix that?

[@Will_Bx_NYC_718]

I’m still getting access denied on my drive how to fix it

[@tinaluitziljosafatmizraim7495]

Oigan, en la parte donde dijo reiniciamos la computadora en el minuto 3:17 que hizo, que botón apretó o que!! (Sólo veía que movía su flecha)

[@UserNam516]

Do I need a USB when booting?

[@comeback4437]

I actually cant get to the windows screen i am just stuck at the logo screen

[@saudafaq4130]

Hi thanks for the video every command was working fine until I reached bcdedit /export ....command and that was not successful...so I failed to recover my device. Would you be able to reply what else may work? Thanks.

[@tlbrfofficial7768]

File: \Windows\System32\drivers\bfadfcoei.sys Error code: 0xc0000098 I thought that it might fix my problem by following this video but it did not. It seems that I gotta have to choose a restore point or better yet reinstall win11. Thanks for the video though.

[@idontknow8142]

My problem is that i have not even a option to reset my pc can you help with that?

[@bloodwolves6047]

If u do that u lose all photos and song anything? I have laptop with that error

[@riofayemagaoay4768]

Thank you so much!!❤

[@Britec09]

You're welcome 😊

[@Erin.Nicole.]

After the bcdebit con and it’s says there is not enough space how to fix

[@HyperSZN1x]

i can’t even go safe mode

[@scruffgmz]

is reboot pc you said to do reset cause i cant do that or just cut it on and then off

[@Blood_And_Iron]

bruh it’s not letting me get on to that page I’m still stuck on recovery

[@bustergaming5078]

Why my is the system cannot find tge path specified

[@nompumelelonkosi997]

"The system cannot find the path specified" please help me😢😢😢 its an emergency❗❗

[@travis1185]

On the last step instead of a 0 I got a 1 with "Total identified Windows installations: 1" what should I do?

[@dimitragiannakaina]

same here, what should I do?