Windows Out of Box Experience Fails starting Your Dell Computer for the First Time
Summary: The following article provides information about how to resolve the rare occasions when Windows Out of box experience (OOBE) fails. This is seen when you start the out of box setup on your Dell computer. ...
Symptoms
When you start a Dell Windows computer for the first time, the Windows OOBE opens up. It guides you through various setup operations. However, in rare cases, you may see one of the following two issues:
- Issue 1 Windows OOBE displays the following error message:
Something went wrong - but you can try again.- Issue 2 Windows OOBE does not transition to the next page, and you receive the following prompt for an extended time: Just a moment….
- Issue 3 Windows OOBE displays the following error message:
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Cause
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Resolution
Microsoft has identified that this issue occurs because the specific timing of the OOBE process can cause a deadlock situation. You can find out more on the following link, however, this issue does not involve hardware and is quickly resolved:
Issue 1 and Issue 3 Fix
Click Try Again at the bottom of the screen. The OOBE should continue as expected.
Issue 2 Fix
Press and hold down the power button until the computer turns off. When you turn the computer back on, the OOBE should continue as expected.