How to Fix the Windows 10 Infinite Boot Loop Problem

Summary: This article provides a solution to your Windows 10 computer sticking in an infinite loop when starting up.

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Symptoms

Note: Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. See our Microsoft Windows 10 End of Support Announcement for more information.

Windows 10 might get stuck in an infinite loading Windows cycle. The following workaround may help with this problem.

Cause

Cause information is not available.

Resolution

  1. Hold the Function (FN) key down while powering on the computer.
  2. Still holding the FN key, start Tapping the Windows key to bypass the issue.
  3. This should bring up the login screen.

If the above steps do not resolve this issue, see article, Dell Computer Does Not Boot to Windows 11 or Windows 10 for further troubleshooting.

Affected Products

Alienware, Dell All-in-One, Dell Pro All-in-One, Dell Pro Max Micro, Dell Pro Max Slim, Dell Pro Max Tower, Dell Pro Micro, Dell Pro Slim, Dell Pro Tower, Dell Slim, Dell Tower, Inspiron, OptiPlex, Vostro, XPS, G Series, G Series, Alienware , Dell Laptops, Dell Plus, Dell Pro, Dell Pro Max, Dell Pro Plus, Dell Pro Premium, Inspiron, Latitude, Dell Pro Rugged, Vostro, XPS, Fixed Workstations, Mobile Workstations, Dell Pro Max Micro XE FCM2250, Dell Pro Max Slim XE FCS1250, Dell Pro Max Tower T2 XE FCT2250, Dell Pro Max 16 XE MC16250, Dell Pro Micro Plus XE QBM1250, Dell Pro Slim Plus XE5 QBS1250, Dell Pro Tower Plus XE5 QBT1250 ...
Article Properties
Article Number: 000147138
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 10 Jul 2025
Version:  15
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