How do I load Windows Safe Mode?

Safe mode is one of the options for booting Windows. At the same time, the operating system is launched in a "reduced form" with a limited set of tools: the system usually loads with a set of only basic files and drivers, necessary for Windows startup.

Why do I need to load a safe mode? Most often, this need arises if you managed to "catch" a virus, trojan or rootkit. Malicious programs block normalcomputer operation, but if they are "stuck" in those files that are not involved in safe mode, there is a chance of getting rid of them. Another safe mode can help to identify and solve problems with hardware or software part of the PC. For example, if you installed a program or driver that interferes with the normal operation of the computer, booting in safe mode will help you configure or remove problem software.

You may also be asked to download a securemode support your provider, if you need to check the speed of the Internet on your computer. The fact is that the low speed of the Internet can be caused both by problems on the part of the provider, and by problems from your side (again, viruses, incorrectly configured firewall, some programs). Booting in Safe Mode helps exclude a number of problems on your part, and the speed tests and ping results will be more reliable.

It's quite easy to download safe mode. First you need to extract their computer all the CDs and DVDs (and floppy disks, if you still use them) - they can put a normal boot of the computer. After that, restart the computer. During the reboot, you need to press the F8 keybefore the Windows logo appears. It is best to press it several times in a row or press and hold - for fidelity.

If the Windows logo does appear, youmissed the moment. You must wait for the operating system to finish loading, restart the computer and press F8 again. And if you did everything correctly, a window will appear for selecting the safe mode option. It is usually suggested to load the safe mode in one of three options:

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  safe mode;
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  safe mode with command line support;
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  safe mode with the download of network drivers.

Switch between the boot options by using the up and down arrows, after selecting the desired option, press the Enter key.

To combat most viruses, you will have enough downloads in the usual safe mode. If you need to check the speed of the Internet, you need to select safe mode with network drivers download - otherwise you will not have Internet access.

But some viruses block the download in safe mode so that the user can not find and remove the virus. If the Safe Mode download does not exit, try logging in to safe mode with command-line support This possibility can only blocksingle viruses. The command line allows you to start the registry editor and "kill" the hiding in the registry virus. But if you do not understand the Windows registry, it's better to try to bring it to the original view yourself.

So, you chose the type of security you needmode and press Enter. Now you need to wait for the operating system to load. If more than one user is created on the computer, after the welcome screen saver appears, it will select the account to log on. It is necessary go under an account that has administrator rights, otherwise you will not succeed.

When Windows boots up completely, do notfrightened: you will be greeted by a rather ascetic interface reminding of those times when the current version of the operating system was Windows 98, and even Windows 95. This is quite normal, because only the main drivers have booted, support for "beautiful" in a safe mode is useless. At boot, a window pops up with a message informing you that the OS has been loaded in safe mode. To continue, just click OK..

As you can see, to load the safe mode of Windows is not so difficult. We hope that our tips will help you if you need to get rid of the virus, cope with the "glitches" of incorrectly installed software or find a common language with the support provider.