How to Fix BCD Error Code: 0xc0000185
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How to Fix BCD Error Code 0xc0000185 in Windows 10
Error code 0xc0000185 is a Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) error that prevents Windows from booting up until the underlying problem causing the error is fixed. In this article, we will show you how to fix it.
When the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) error code 0xc0000185 appears, you will be unable to start Windows normally until you resolve the problem - the computer will start but will not boot into Windows.
This error is related to Boot Configuration Data and often appears when the data is missing or contains errors. As a result, the system cannot access the partition or drive that contains Windows system files.
This error can usually be fixed using Windows 10 installation media, a DVD, or a USB drive containing Windows 10 installation files. Follow the step-by-step instructions found below to fix error 0xc0000185 on Windows 10.
Video Guide on How to Fix Error Code 0xc0000185
Table of Contents:
- Introduction
- Launch Startup Repair Using Your Windows 10 Installation Media
- Run Bootrec Commands Using Command Prompt
- Run System Restore
- Video Guide on How to Fix Error Code 0xc0000185
Launch Startup Repair Using Your Windows 10 Installation Media
If you have a DVD or USB that contains your Windows 10 installation media, insert it and restart the computer. You should receive an on-screen message stating that you need to press any key to boot from a CD or DVD.
Simply press any key on your keyboard and follow the instructions. Select the installation language and click "Next". Find the "Repair your computer" option in the next step - click it. This will lead you to the Automatic Repair screen. Once you are on the screen, click "Troubleshoot".
In the Troubleshoot menu, select "Advanced options".
In the Advanced options menu, select the "Startup Repair" option to fix the problems that prevent Windows from loading. Windows should start scanning the system for errors. It will fix any problems that is can, including the 0xc0000185 error. When the repair process is complete, take out/remove the Windows 10 installation media and start Windows normally. See if this solves the problem.
Run Bootrec Commands Using Command Prompt
If a Startup Repair does not fix the problem, we recommend running the "bootrec" commands using Command Prompt. These commands allow you to repair a corrupted or damaged Master Boot Record (MBR). The Master Boot Record instructs the BIOS where to locate the operating system so that the computer can start.
You will need to execute three commands to repair a corrupted or damaged MBR, write a new boot sector to the system partition, and rebuild boot configuration data.
To execute these commands, follow the previous steps to launch the Automatic repair screen. Then, go to Troubleshooting and Advanced options. In the Advanced options window, select "Command Prompt".
In the Command Prompt window, type these three commands (and press Enter after each):
bootrec /fixMBR
bootrec /fixBoot
bootrec /rebuildBCD
Once the process is complete, remove the Windows 10 installation DVD or USB and restart the computer. See if this fixes the Blue Screen of Death error, 0xc0000185.
Run System Restore
If the methods described above do not solve the problem, you could try a System Restore. Bear in mind, however, that this will remove all recently installed apps, software, drivers, updates, etc. System Restore restores the system to a previous state using its restore points.
To use this tool, you must have created restore points. With a created restore point, this feature will bring your system back to the previous working state, without affecting your files and data. If you have any system restore points created before you started experiencing issues with the 0xc0000185 Blue Screen of Death error - you might be able to fix the problem by performing a System Restore.
To run System Restore, repeat the steps mentioned above until you reach the point where you must select "Advanced options". In the Advanced options window, select "System Restore".
In the System Restore window, click "Next".
If there are restore points created, you will see a list of them. Mark the "Show more restore points" checkbox. This should display more restore points. Select the most appropriate restore point (depending on time created, etc.) and click "Next".
Confirm the restore point. The computer will be restored to the state before the event detailed in the "Description" field. If you are happy with your choice, click "Finish" and begin the system restore process.
We hope that one of the above methods solves the 0xc0000185 error.
If you know of other methods to solve this problem not mentioned in our guide, please share them with us by leaving a comment below.
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