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Troubleshooting Boot Failure: Resolving SrtTrail.log Errors on Windows 10

Are you facing difficulties booting into Windows 10, and encountering errors referencing the file path:

E:\Recovery\WindowsRE\Winre.wim\System32\LogFiles\SRT\SrtTrail.txt?

If so, you’re not alone. Many users experience boot issues related to system recovery in Windows, often indicated by the SrtTrail.log or SrtTrail.txt files found within the recovery environment. This article provides a professional overview of common causes and potential solutions to help you restore your system.

Understanding the Issue

When Windows encounters startup problems, it may enter automatic repair mode and generate logs such as SrtTrail.txt. This log pinpoints errors detected during the startup repair process, often related to corrupted system files, disk errors, or misconfigured boot settings.

Common Scenario

• The user’s system fails to boot normally.
• The user accesses the recovery environment, but Windows cannot repair itself automatically.
• An error message points to the SrtTrail.txt file for more details.

Your System Configuration

• Motherboard: ASUS B460M-DS3H AC
• Operating System: Windows 10
• Processor: Intel Core i5
• RAM: 32GB DDR4
• Storage: 1TB SSD
• Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super

Troubleshooting Steps

1. Run Basic Disk and System Checks

2. Open Command Prompt from the recovery environment.

3. Execute the following commands:
   chkdsk C: /f /r /x
sfc /scannow /offbootdir=C:\ /offwindir=C:\Windows
   These commands check the disk for errors and repair corrupted system files.

4. Rebuild the Boot Configuration Data (BCD)

5. Run the following commands sequentially:
   bootrec /fixmbr
bootrec /fixboot
bootrec /scanos
bootrec /rebuildbcd

6. This process repairs boot records and attempts to locate Windows installations for recovery.

7. Use Advanced Startup Options

8. If accessible, select “Startup Repair” from Advanced Options.

9. Alternatively, boot into Safe Mode, if possible, to troubleshoot further.

10. Check for Hardware Issues

11. Verify that your SSD is functioning properly using diagnostic tools.
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