How to disable Windows safe mode?

How to Disable Windows Safe Mode

Understanding Safe Mode

Before we dive into the process of disabling Windows safe mode, it’s essential to understand what safe mode is and why it’s necessary.

Safe mode is a mode of operation that boots the operating system with minimal components and features, making it an ideal troubleshooting environment. It helps to identify and isolate problems with specific components or drivers.

Why Disable Safe Mode?

Disabling safe mode can be beneficial in certain situations:

• Troubleshooting issues with drivers or software
• Identifying compatibility problems with hardware components
• Running specialized tools or applications without affecting system performance

Disabling Windows Safe Mode

The steps to disable safe mode vary depending on the version of Windows and the component(s) that you’re troubleshooting. Here’s a general guide for Windows 10 and later:

Step 1: Create a System Restore Point

To disable safe mode, you’ll need to create a system restore point to roll back to a previous state. Note: Creating a system restore point is the same as backing up your system, but it’s specifically for system-level changes.

1. Click on the Start button and select Settings.
2. Click on Update & Security.
3. Click on Recovery.
4. Click on Get started.
5. Select Create a system restore point.

Step 2: Enter Safe Mode

Once you’ve created a system restore point, you can enter safe mode by:

• Windows key + X (Windows 10) or Windows key + S (Windows 8/8.1) and typing Windows Safe Mode.
• Windows key + R and typing msinfo32. This will open the System Information window, where you can find the Startup tab.
• Windows key + R and typing msconfig. This will open the System Configuration window, where you can find the Startup tab.

Step 3: Select Safe Mode in the Startup Options

In the System Configuration window, you’ll see a list of startup options. Look for the Startup tab and click on the Set order button.

1. Select System Services.
2. Check the box next to User-Initiated and select Network.
3. Click on the Add button.
4. In the Services to start in safe mode field, type services and click Add.
5. In the Services to disable field, type ipconfig, Tcpip (or netsh), and click Add.

Step 4: Verify Safe Mode

After you’ve entered safe mode, you can verify that it’s working by:

• Pressing the Windows key + X (Windows 10) or Windows key + S (Windows 8/8.1) and typing Check system status.
• Pressing the Windows key + R and typing msconfig.