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[Solved] After trying to turn on pc, windows 10 keeps loading endlessly this circle

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  • #1 17918923
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    Hello, as in the topic of windows loading for 3 hours, I did restart all commands, etc. I do not know what to do and I wanted to play because I was in high school on Wednesday, so I am asking you an idiot when it comes to the system and computers.
    Please help
    Cooperator2000

    edit after more than 1.30 h popped up that the computer could not start and restarts
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  • #2 17919058
    Anonymous
    Level 1  
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  • #3 17919074
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    After trying to turn on pc, windows 10 keeps loading endlessly this circle
    Tomequ123 wrote:
    cooperator2000 wrote:
    edit after more than 1.30 h popped up that the computer could not start and restarts

    Show this message.

    It could be disk fault, damage.
    http://netdiag.pl/artykuly/mhdd/
    If you cannot check the disk on another computer, create a medium from MHDD.

    If everything is ok with the disk, you can try to repair it from the Windows installation media.

    here's the mistake After trying to turn on pc, windows 10 keeps loading endlessly this circle
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  • #5 17919130
    Anonymous
    Level 1  
  • #6 17919466
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    in the computer, not with the system itself, I only replaced the graphics with the gtx 660 and the power supply for 550 wa the specification is a dell inspired computer only with a changed power supply and graphics card
    edit the drive is supposed to be functional
  • #7 17919590
    Anonymous
    Level 1  
  • #8 17919591
    qwart
    Level 26  
    Did the problem occur after replacing the graphics and power supply?
    cooperator2000 wrote:
    edit the disk as if it is working

    The drive is either functional or not, you have to be sure of that.
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  • #9 17919604
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    well, that's the gtx 660 card
    atx plus gamemax power supply
    intel i 5 4460 processor
    hdd drive from dell 1 tb
    Dell motherboard 088DT1 88DT1 Inspiron 3847 MIH81R / Great 13040-1M GGDJT
    I will not give you a photo because I have a broken camera on the phone but it was scanned that the disk was functional, after I put the disk in the old pc, it worked normally
    the graphics work normally, everything displays without a problem I have it for a month now

    Added after 1 [minutes]:

    How to restart the bios as I said, I'm an idiot when it comes to the system, etc.
  • #10 17919657
    Anonymous
    Level 1  
  • #11 17919688
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    I already have a pendrive, however, how to remove these batteries, I do not know
  • #12 17919747
    Anonymous
    Level 1  
  • #13 17919799
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    my question if the format could solve the problem
  • #14 17919801
    Anonymous
    Level 1  
  • #15 17919815
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    Tomequ123 wrote:
    Probably yes, but I thought we wanted to avoid it.

    You still haven't shown the crystal disc info screen.
    ,
    I'll wait 1 more hour my cousin will be he knows he knows so we'll try your methods I'm green in computers so I don't get it too :D
  • #16 17919826
    Anonymous
    Level 1  
  • #17 17919922
    qwart
    Level 26  
    cooperator2000 wrote:
    I'll wait 1 more hour my cousin will be he knows he knows so we'll try your methods I'm green in computers so I don't get it too

    I guess you'd better wait for my cousin.
  • #18 17920244
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    However, we did the format, it turned out that I had a mega-filled disk with viruses thanks to everyone for help, but there are normal and helpful people on the Internet, not just trolls
    thanks still races and have a nice day
  • #19 17920246
    cooperator2000
    Level 6  
    However, we did the format, it turned out that I had a mega-filled disk with viruses thanks to everyone for help, but there are normal and helpful people on the Internet, not just trolls
    thanks still races and have a nice day

    Added after 46 [seconds]:

    I have made the whole pc format
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Topic summary

✨ The user experienced an endless loading issue with Windows 10 after replacing the graphics card with a GTX 660 and the power supply with a 550W unit in a Dell Inspiron computer. Despite attempts to troubleshoot, including checking the hard drive and BIOS settings, the problem persisted. After further investigation and assistance from forum members, it was determined that the hard drive was filled with viruses. The user ultimately resolved the issue by formatting the hard drive, which restored functionality to the PC.
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FAQ

TL;DR: Windows 10 stuck on the spinning circle? Reset CMOS (remove the battery for 30 minutes) and boot a USB repair—"Prepare a flash drive with the system." Then run Startup Repair or scan the disk. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919657]

Why it matters: This FAQ helps Windows 10 users recover from endless boot loops after hardware changes or infections, fast.

Quick Facts

How do I fix a Windows 10 PC stuck on the spinning circle?

Work methodically. Boot with a single RAM module and test each stick and slot. If the system still hangs, remove the graphics card and connect the monitor to the motherboard video output. Then try booting from a Windows USB and choose Repair your computer. If it boots, continue with repairs; if not, proceed to a clean install after backups. This isolates RAM and GPU issues before software fixes and mirrors proven steps from the thread. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919747]

Should I try Startup Repair or reinstall Windows?

Start with Startup Repair from a Windows 10 USB installer. On the setup screen, select Repair your computer, not Install. Run the automated repair first. If it can’t resolve the boot, move on to system file repairs, hardware isolation, and only then a clean reinstall. This order reduces data loss risk and aligns with the advised approach in the discussion. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919826]

How do I reset the BIOS/CMOS on a Dell Inspiron 3847?

Shut down, unplug power, and press the power button for several seconds to discharge. Remove the small round CMOS battery from the motherboard. Wait about 30 minutes, reinstall the battery, then boot with one RAM stick. This reset clears potentially bad settings after GPU/PSU changes. It’s a safe first hardware step for spin-loop issues. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919657]

Could my new graphics card or power supply cause the boot loop?

Yes. A marginal PSU or a faulty or incompatible GPU can prevent POST or Windows load. Remove the discrete GPU and connect your monitor to the motherboard’s video output to test with integrated graphics. Keep only one RAM module installed during testing. If the system starts, the add-in GPU or power delivery is suspect. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919747]

How do I check if my hard drive is failing without Windows?

Create a bootable MHDD medium and run a surface scan to assess the drive. This works even when Windows won’t load. As one expert advised, “If you cannot check the disk on another computer, create a medium from MHDD.” If the drive passes, continue with Windows repairs. If it shows bad sectors, replace it. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919058]

How do I run Startup Repair from a Windows USB installer?

  1. Boot from the Windows 10 USB installer and wait for the first setup screen.
  2. Select Repair your computer instead of Install.
  3. Open the recovery options and run Startup Repair, then follow prompts to restart. This path launches Windows’ automated boot repair and requires no login to the broken system. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919826]

How do I repair Windows system files (DISM/SFC) when it won’t boot?

Boot the Windows installer and open the repair environment Command Prompt. Run: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth. When it completes, run: sfc /scannow. DISM repairs the component store used by SFC; SFC then restores protected system files. Reboot and test. If DISM cannot access the image, use an offline source with the /Source option. [Repair a Windows image]

My PC keeps loading for hours then restarts—what does that indicate?

A repeated long spin (e.g., 3 hours) followed by a restart indicates Windows cannot complete boot. It often points to corrupted system files, disk errors, or unstable firmware settings. In the thread, the system displayed a message that it could not start and then restarted after about 1.5 hours. Move to disk checks and repair steps. [Elektroda, cooperator2000, post #17918923]

I can’t share photos—how can I still show disk health?

Install CrystalDiskInfo on a working Windows machine, connect the suspect drive, and read the SMART status and key attributes. Note the Health Status (Good, Caution, Bad) and any reallocated or pending sectors. Share those values as text if screenshots are not possible. This gives a quick signal before deeper scans. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919657]

What if Startup Repair fails or gets stuck?

Treat that as a failure case and continue hardware isolation. Boot with one RAM stick and test each slot. Remove the discrete GPU and use onboard graphics. If the system still won’t load, use a USB installer for DISM/SFC or proceed to a clean reinstall after backups. “If it doesn’t work” move to the next step. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919747]

Is formatting necessary, and what do I lose?

Only after disk health checks, firmware reset, Startup Repair, and system file repairs fail. A clean install erases apps and system settings and usually wipes the system partition’s data unless you back up. In this case, a full format fixed the boot loop because the drive was heavily infected and overfilled. Back up first. [Elektroda, cooperator2000, post #17920244]

What’s a safe order to troubleshoot this boot loop?

Start with hardware basics: boot with one RAM module and try each slot. Then remove the graphics card and use onboard video. Next, boot a Windows USB installer and choose Repair your computer to attempt recovery. If that fails, continue with advanced repairs or a clean install. This sequence limits variables efficiently. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17919747]
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