Why Does My Computer Keep Going to Bios?
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Windows 10 users reported an issue when booting their computers. Instead of getting to the Windows loading screen, the PC boots directly into the BIOS. This unusual behavior could be triggered by different causes: recently changed/added hardware, hardware damage, improper hardware connections, and other issues.

Why does my computer boot to BIOS every time?

A change to BIOS settings may sometimes cause the PC to have problems with the boot. If this is the cause, then simply resetting it to default settings might solve the problem. Thus, changing BIOS settings back to default/factory version might fix this in some cases.

How do I boot into Windows instead of BIOS?

To boot to UEFI or BIOS:

  1. Boot the PC, and press the manufacturer’s key to open the menus. Common keys used: Esc, Delete, F1, F2, F10, F11, or F12. …
  2. Or, if Windows is already installed, from either the Sign on screen or the Start menu, select Power ( ) > hold Shift while selecting Restart.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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