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How to Start in Safe Mode in Windows 7

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Press F8 Before the Windows 7 Splash Screen

Windows 7 Safe Mode - Safe Mode in Windows 7

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Starting your computer in Windows 7 Safe Mode can help you diagnose and solve many serious problems, especially when starting Windows normally is not possible.

To begin entering Windows 7 Safe Mode, turn on or restart your PC.

Just before the Windows 7 splash screen shown above appears, press the F8 key to enter Advanced Boot Options.

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