Here are some steps to troubleshoot Windows installation using advanced boot options:

Step 1: Check the Event Logs

  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.

  • Type “eventvwr” and press Enter to open the Event Viewer.

  • In the Event Viewer, navigate to the following logs:

* Application and Services Logs (usually located under Windows Logs).

* System Security and Maintenance Logs.

  • Look for any error messages related to the failed installation.

  • Take note of the error message and the date and time it occurred.

Step 2: Check the Event Viewer Details

  • In the Event Viewer, navigate to the specific log you mentioned in Step 1 (e.g., Application and Services Logs or System Security and Maintenance Logs).

  • Click on “Details” to view more detailed information about the event.

  • Look for any error messages related to the failed installation.

  • Take note of the error message, including the source code and the date and time it occurred.

Step 3: Run the System File Checker

  • Press the Windows key + X and select “Command Prompt (Admin)” or type “cmd” in the Start menu.

  • Navigate to the C:\Windows\System32\Windows09 directory.

  • Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.

Step 4: Run the DISM Tool

  • Press the Windows key + X and select “Command Prompt (Admin)” or type “cmd” in the Start menu.

  • Navigate to the C:\Windows\Repair directory.

  • Type dism.exe /online /update and press Enter.

Step 5: Reinstall Windows with Minimal Parameters

  • Press the Windows key + X and select “Command Prompt (Admin)” or type “cmd” in the Start menu.

  • Navigate to the C:\Windows\Boot directory.

  • Type dism.exe /online /reinstall /norestart and press Enter.

Step 6: Reinstall Windows with Debugging Options

  • Press the Windows key + X and select “Command Prompt (Admin)” or type “cmd” in the Start menu.

  • Navigate to the C:\Windows\Boot directory.

  • Type dism.exe /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth and press Enter.

Step 7: Check for System Restore Points

  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.

  • Type “msconfig” and press Enter.

  • Navigate to the System Protection tab.

  • Look for any system restore points that may be related to the failed installation.

  • Take note of the date and time of each restore point.

Step 8: Check for Drivers

  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.

  • Type “devmgmt.msc” and press Enter.

  • Navigate to the Device Manager.

  • Look for any hardware devices that may be causing issues with the failed installation.

  • Take note of the device name, manufacturer, and model number.

Step 9: Check System Configuration Files

  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.

  • Type “msconfig” and press Enter.

  • Navigate to the General tab.

  • Look for any entries related to the failed installation.

  • Take note of the system configuration settings.

Step 10: Perform a System Restore

  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.

  • Type “msconfig” and press Enter.

  • Navigate to the System Protection tab.

  • Look for any restore points that may be related to the failed installation.

  • Select the desired restore point and click “Next”.

  • Follow the prompts to complete the system restore.

Step 11: Reinstall Windows with Default Options

  • Press the Windows key + X and select “Command Prompt (Admin)” or type “cmd” in the Start menu.

  • Navigate to the C:\Windows directory.

  • Type dism.exe /online /reinstall and press Enter.

Step 12: Verify Installation

  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.

  • Type “msconfig” and press Enter.

  • Navigate to the General tab.

  • Look for any entries related to the failed installation.

  • Take note of the system configuration settings.

By following these steps, you should be able to troubleshoot your Windows installation using advanced boot options and identify the cause of the failure.