How to Fix “NTLDR Is Missing: Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to Restart” Error
“NTLDR”
is the boot loader file that plays a vital role in boosting the device. It used
to load the system’s OS when MBR calls it to load the bootable file. After
loading the kernel of OS, the device executes to launch automatically. It runs
on all the editions of OS and performs the task of file boot loading. In case
the system is unable to find the NTLDR file, then the display flashes boot
error as the “NTLDR is Missing” issue.
There
are various reasons behind this error code on your device. The system is unable
to boot from a proper and authenticated boot source, NTLDR file or it’s
associated is corrupt, the active partition of the bootable volume is not
appropriate, the root folder holds a lot of files, boot-sector code is
downloaded wrongly, etc. There might be other issues like a corrupted disk or
system directory, outdated edition of BIOS, damaged IDE cords, etc. The OS may
get outdated or unsupported etc.
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How to Fix
“NTLDR Is Missing: Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to Restart” Error
About
NTLDR
NTLDR
is a bootable file loader that works on internal boot records of the system.
It is initiated by a boot record of your system partition that is executed and
written to your system’s disk through SYS command and Windows FORMAT. It is
situated just inside the root directory of the active partition panel that is
located in the main boot drive. When the NTLDR boot loader gets corrupts or not
detected, then the booting process stops and stuck on your windows. In this
case, the device flashes an alert message “NTLDR is missing.”
Sometimes,
the system flashes a few of the associated error messages:
- NTLDR is missing:
Press any key to reboot
- NTLDR is missing:
Press Ctrl Del and Alt to reboot
- Boot alert: System
Couldn’t detect NTLDR, please insert another disk
One of
the most occurring reasons behind this issue is the improper configuration of
Bootable data. The NTLDR fails to boot the device as it founds a non-bootable
source.
Method
to Fix the Issue by Restarting the PC
NTLDR
issue is mostly related to an error in OS that prevents it from booting perfectly.
Restarting your system might help you in this regard. Restarting a system
removes minor glitches and viruses.
Method
for detaching all Eject-able Media
BIOS
tries to execute the booting process from an external source such as CD or DVD
disks, memory chip and USB cards. In this case, it is recommended to remove all
external media and devices and ensure that the BIOS won’t load from any
external source.
Modifying
the Boot Order of BIOS
Users
can check and modify the boot order of their system’s internal BIOS. Make
sure that your system executes the internal BIOS drive.
To
make sure and check that the device is running with installed bootable data or
OS files of Windows, follow the given points:
- In the beginning,
reboot your system.
- Now, hit the
appropriate button to launch the BIOS menu. The tab is various from model
to model editions and manufacturer of the product.
Note:
In case, the screen displays more than one key, then search for the appropriate
key that launches the BIOS setup.
- Next, tap the arrow button
to choose your desired boot tab.
- After that, move your
hard drive to the uppermost section of your page as the first priority.
Resetting
Active Partition
In
case the partition data of your PC is marked as active partitioned, and it
doesn’t hold bootable files or any other OS file, then it is recommended to
reset the feature. In this case, you will be unable to launch your device at
all, and thus your screen will flash NTLDR missing issues.
Replace
all the Necessary Cords and Internal Disks
If you
have attempted all the above instructions, then it is recommended to eject and
replace all the important IDE cords that attached to your system, including
power cords. These cables might be corrupted as they are too old. In this case,
you need to replace them with new wires for smooth functioning.
Reinstalling
System Windows
Windows
reinstallation is a good way to remove all the existing issues such as viruses,
malware and other hindrances occurring in your work. Before proceeding for
reinstallation, it is recommended to take a full backup of all your existing
data as it will remove once you reinstall the OS.
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