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Inaccessible Boot Device in Windows 11BSOD Error Fixed
Inaccessible Boot Device error can appear after Windows 11 upgrade
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Updated onFebruary 29, 2024
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The Inaccessible Boot Device Windows 11 error is another BSOD (stop code) issue that can arise from various causes. This particular error has a 0x0000007b stop code, often arising during the system startup.
Inaccessible Boot Device is a BSOD error, and it appears because Windows can’t find your boot drive. A bad update or improper BIOS configuration on Windows causes the issue.
How do I fix inaccessible boot device on Windows 11?
Before we start, there are a few preliminary checks you can try:
1. Change RST to AHCI in BIOS
2. Disable VMD in BIOS
3. Disable Virtualisation Direct I/O
Keep in mind that disabling this method only works before you install an update that caused this error.
4. Remove the problematic update
An Inaccessible Boot Device loop on Windows 11 can appear if thedefault boot device is missingor ifBIOS settings don’t fully support the boot device.
For more information, check our guide on theInaccessible Boot Device BSODon Windows 10.
If you have any questions regarding the Inaccessible Boot Device Windows 11 error, don’t hesitate to leave them in the comments section below; we’ll be sure to look.
More about the topics:BSoD error codes,Windows 11
Matthew Adams
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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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