How to fix Windows 11 crash at startup

Since the release of Windows 11, many users have upgraded from older versions of Windows. Unfortunately, not every upgrade to Windows 11 is successful. Windows 11 second startup error is one of the few errors you may encounter.

This error is similar to the Windows 10 second startup error that users encounter during upgrades to Windows 10.

In this article, you should know the steps to fix the second boot error and the considerations to ensure a smooth upgrade from Windows 10 to 11.

How to avoid Windows errors on second boot?

It is recommended to only upgrade PCs that meet the minimum Windows 11 installation requirements. If your computer does not fall into this category, you are more likely to encounter errors during the process.

Also, if an ineligible PC successfully upgrades to Windows 11, there's a chance it will start malfunctioning somewhere along the way.

To avoid any of these scenarios, you should download and run the PC Health Check app before upgrading to Windows 11. This tool checks if your PC has core components that are compatible with Windows 11.

Recommended solutions for Windows 11 error on second startup

1. Check and clean the drive

1.1 Check the drive space

1. Open Windows File Explorer by selecting the folder on the taskbar.
   
2. In the left pane of File Explorer, select My Computer, and then in the right pane of File Explorer Check the installation drive (the drive with the Windows logo). If cleaning is required, proceed to step 1.2.
   

1.2 Clean the drive

1. Click the Start menu, type Disk Cleanup, and then select Show in the right pane s application.
   
2. Select the drive you want to clean from the Disk Cleanup pop-up window.
   
3. Under the Description section, select the Clean System Files option.
   
4. Repeat step 2.
5. In the Windows Disk Cleanup that pops up, check all the files you want to delete and click the "OK" button.
   

2. Restart your computer and check for updates

1. Restart your computer as some updates may require a restart to take effect. If updates are not installed during the restart, continue using the next steps to check for updates.
2. Open the Settings app by clicking the Start menu and selecting the Settings icon.
   
3. Select the Update & Security option at the bottom.
   
4. In the left pane of the Settings window, select Windows Update, then in the right pane Check for Updates, and finally click Download and install.
   
5. Restart your computer.

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