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ZippZayz
Jul 31, 2025Iron Contributor
Windows 11 error: The installation failed in the SAFE_OS phase with an error during BOOT operation
Not a tech savvy and seek help from this Microsoft tech community. My pc keeps getting this error during the installation process when I was trying to upgrade my PC to Windows 11. The installation ...
Lucienw
Jul 31, 2025Iron Contributor
The error message "The installation failed in the SAFE_OS phase with an error during BOOT operation" during Windows 11 upgrade indicates a problem that typically relates to boot configuration, driver issues, or system files. Since you've already met the minimum requirements and tried different installation methods, here are some targeted troubleshooting steps to resolve this:
- Reset BIOS/UEFI settings for Secure Boot and TPM.
- Update BIOS firmware.
- Run disk checks and system file repairs.
- Perform a clean boot.
- Use bootrec commands if needed.
- Consider a clean install if upgrade persists failing.
Do you hope this can help you solve the problem "The installation failed in the SAFE_OS phase with an error during BOOT operation"?