

This is the most useful Safe Mode version as it allows you to download any tools that you may require as well as the ability to update anti-virus programs in case you wish to scan your computer. It will not start any programs automatically, but will start the networking subsystem so that you can access the Internet.
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This version of Safe Mode starts Windows 8 using the most basic drivers that are required to get Windows to run. It will not start any programs or the networking system. There are 3 possible Safe Modes options that you can choose from, which are described below: You can start Safe Mode in Windows 8 from this screen.

Your computer will be restarted and brought into the Startup Settings menu as shown below. You will now be at the Advanced options screen where you should click on the Startup settings option.Īt the Startup Settings screen, click on the Restart button. Now click on the Troubleshoot button and then the Advanced options button. Scroll down to the bottom until you see an option labeled Advanced startup.Ĭlick on the Restart now button and Windows 8 will restart your computer and go directly into the Advanced Startup options menu. Now click on the option labeled Advanced startup options and you will be brought to the General PC Settings screen.

When the search results appear click on the Settings category as shown below. To restart your computer into the Advanced startup options menu please go to the Windows 8 Start Screen and type Advanced. To access Safe Mode in Windows 8, you need to do so via the Advanced Startup options menu. Note: If you are unable to boot into Windows after numerous attempts, Windows will automatically load the Advanced Startup Options menu where you can then continue with these instructions to access Safe Mode.
