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EFI - Full repair needed?
Boot with Windows installation media or Linux Live USB.
Access command line or recovery options.
Use the bootrec /fixboot and bootrec /rebuildbcd commands (Windows) or the efibootmgr command (Linux) to manage boot items.
Corrupt files:
Back up important data.
Rebuild or reinstall the boot loader.
Partitioning problems:
Use disk management tools to recreate or resize the EFI partition.
Boot Configuration Data (BCD) problems:
Rebuild the BCD using a recovery tool and command prompt.
Update firmware:
Check and update the BIOS/UEFI.
Generalized steps to repair EFI:
Backup Data: Backup important data before operation.
Create recovery media: Make a Windows or Linux recovery USB/DVD.- Check your BIOS/UEFI settings to ensure that the boot order is correct and that the EFI system partition is prioritized.
- If you plan on making changes to your system—like resizing partitions, dual-booting, or creating a new VHD—it might be worth fixing the EFI partition now to avoid potential headaches later.
- 1.Boot Failure: The system fails to boot, often showing messages about missing boot devices or similar errors.
2.Corrupted EFI Partition: The EFI system partition may be corrupted, preventing the operating system from loading.
3.Operating System Issues: Problems with the operating system itself that could stem from the EFI. - If your system is operating well and you don’t foresee making any significant changes, you can probably let it be for now. If you like to keep things in tip-top shape or have plans for your PC that might be impacted by potential EFI issues, a repair could be in order. Whatever you choose, just stay aware of your system’s behavior and be prepared to act if needed!
- It's not uncommon for issues with the EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface) partition to arise, and whether it's Windows being "stupid" can depend on the context. Sometimes these issues can be associated with improper shutdowns, disk errors, or other system changes (like resizing partitions or installing new operating systems) that may affect the EFI partition. If your system is functioning normally, it may be a benign issue that doesn't affect your everyday use.
- The EFI partition can become corrupted due to improper shutdowns, disk errors, or other software issues. Sometimes system updates or changes can affect the EFI partition, leading to warnings or errors. If there were problems during installation, it could create EFI-related issues.
How about SETUP.exe which is in the Windows installation media like USB, ISO(burned in CD). It repair EFT partition as rebuilding. Another method is BCD commands. They can run under Win RE.
In case of the Windows cannot boot, both method can use if the cause of the problem is in the EFI.
- Fixing the EFI partition can be a good preventive measure, especially if you ever plan to perform further installations, upgrades, or changes to your system. It ensures that your boot process remains smooth and reduces the risk of boot-related issues later on.
I took a look again. The black back ground picture describes "Full repair needed" on the EFI partition.
Q1: Is this just windows being stupid? (if yes skip Q2)
I do not know. How did you take the black back ground picture? Is this third party tool? What's that?
If your windows is works fine, "Full repair needed" may be wrong. So, you do not have to take any action on this, because it seems like the Windows is working. If EFI partition was corrupted, Windows cannot boot up.
The answer is "Depend."
Q2: Should I even bother fixing this?
It seems like the Windows is working, I do not think so.
The answer is "May be No."
