Guide | How To Windows 8,8.1 Safe mode (F8 key)

[ImtheBest]

Is it True The F8 Key is Gone in Windows 8 on Boot up No more pressing from Boot up

This is a Big disappointment not having that shortcut

Windows Startup Settings (including safe mode)
Applies to Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1
With the Windows Startup Settings screen (formerly advanced boot options) you can start Windows in different advanced troubleshooting modes so you can find and fix problems on your PC. In previous versions of Windows, you could get to this screen by pressing F8 before Windows started up. Windows 8 PCs start up quickly so there's not enough time to press F8.

There are two ways to get to the Windows Startup Settings screen in Windows 8 :

• If you're not signed in to Windows, tap or click the power icon
  
  from the sign-in screen, hold Shift, and then tap or click Restart
• Or, if you're already signed in:
  1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap Change PC settings.
     (If you're using a mouse, point to the upper-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer down, click Settings, and then click Change PC settings.)
     
     
  2. Under PC settings, tap or click General.
     
     
  3. Under Advanced startup, tap or click Restart now.
     
     
  4. On the Choose an option screen, tap or click Troubleshoot.
     
     
  5. Tap or click Startup Settings.
     
     
  6. Tap or click Restart.
     
     
  7. On the Startup Settings screen, choose the startup setting you want.
     
     
  8. Sign in to your PC with a user account that has administrator rights.

Some options, such as safe mode, start Windows in a limited state where only essential programs are started. Other options start Windows with advanced features (typically used by system admins and IT professionals).

Source: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/windows-startup-settings-including-safe-mode

Debugging Mode
Starts Windows in an advanced troubleshooting mode intended for IT professionals and system administrators.

Enable Boot Logging
Creates a file, ntbtlog.txt, that lists all the drivers that are installed during startup and that might be useful for advanced troubleshooting.

Enable low-resolution video (640×480)
Starts Windows using your current video driver and using low resolution and refresh rate settings. You can use this mode to reset your display settings.

Safe Mode
Starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services. If a problem doesn't reappear when you start in safe mode, you can eliminate the default settings and basic device drivers and services as possible causes.

Safe Mode with Networking
Starts Windows in safe mode and includes the network drivers and services needed to access the Internet or other computers on your network.

Safe Mode with Command Prompt
Starts Windows in safe mode with a Command Prompt window instead of the usual Windows interface. This option is intended for IT professionals and administrators.

Disable driver signature enforcement
Allows drivers containing improper signatures to be installed.

Disable early launch antimalware protection
Prevents the early launch antimalware driver from starting, allowing drivers that might contain malware to be installed.

Disable automatic restart after failure
Prevents Windows from automatically restarting if an error causes Windows to fail. Choose this option only if Windows is stuck in a loop where Windows fails, tries to restart, and fails again repeatedly.

Directory Services Restore Mode
Starts Windows domain controller running Active Directory so that the directory service can be restored. This option is intended for IT professionals and administrators.

Note

• • If you're using BitLocker on a tablet or Windows RT device, you'll need to suspend BitLocker before you can get to Windows Startup Settings.

 

[kaljukass]

Is it True The F8 Key is Gone in Windows 8 on Boot up No more pressing from Boot up
This is a Big disappointment not having that shortcut

The F8 function can always be restored, which is the problem?

 

[illumination]

The F8 function can always be restored, which is the problem?

It is a basic tutorial to show other users how to get there if they do not already know.

 

[ImtheBest]

The F8 function can always be restored

Yes kaljukass How

 

[ImtheBest]

But the function as F8 Key not working as when u buy windows 8, 8.1 is Automatically Not there functional on Boot up. That is to the point of this thread.

Thank u

 

[ImtheBest]

Windows 8 has a new bootloader designed for UEFI devices, and with it, they've removed the F8 shortcut for quickly booting into safe mode. Here's a quick way to bring it back.

The new tiled bootloader is pretty, but it has its annoyances. For example, if you want to boot into a different OS or boot into safe mode, you have to boot up your computer, then reboot into the option you choose—unlike the old bootloader, which would just take you straight to your alternate OS or boot right into safe mode.

To bring back the faster, simpler, old school bootloader from Windows 7 and before, you just need to run a simple command:

1. Open up the Start menu or screen and type "cmd." Right-click on the Command Prompt selection and choose "Run as Administrator."
2. Run the following command:
   bcdedit /set {default} bootmenupolicy legacy
3. Restart your computer. You can now press F8 before the blue Windows logo appears to see your advanced boot options.

You can still enter Windows 8's new tiled Repair menu by choosing "Repair Your Computer" at this menu, which is nice. If you want to reverse this process just run:

bcdedit /set {default} bootmenupolicy standard
Restart your computer and it'll go back to Windows 8's newfangled way of doing things.

I found it

Here u Go Guys Bring it back

 

[kaljukass]

Yes kaljukass How

Of course, if there is a desire. I need only a little bit time to prepare this post. I can say that it is quite possible - personally tested on Windows 8 Pro and 8.1 Pro - for both x86 and x64.
After a while I can post it here.

 

[kaljukass]

Previously was posted: Nov 16, 2013 "How To Run Windows 8 Or 8.1 In Safe Mode?"
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This is a bit different than previous versions of Windows, but it is not particularly difficult. To this end it is necessary to open the System Configuration and select the starting mode.
(Read More: http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/how-to/windows/3421988/boot-windows-8-in-safe-mode/)

Previously, this was done by pressing the F8 key during restart. Is it also possible on Windows 8 and Windows 8.1? Answer. Yes it is. You can do it if you do the following.
To enable F8 key:
1. press “Winkey + X”, select “Command Promt (Admin)”

2. Type or copy-paste bcdedit /set {default} bootmenupolicy legacy
( NB! There is a space after bcdedit, after set and after {default} )
3. Hit “ENTER”

Now it’s done, You can press during restart F8 and select mode to start Your Windows 8 or 8.1 like it was on previous Windows versions.
(NB: please hit several times in a row during if the Windows is starting)
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To disable it again, do the same, but now You must type
bcdedit /set {default} bootmenupolicy standard
and hit “ENTER”
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NB! Be careful, after bcdedit, set and {default} is one empty space, but after / isn't no empty space.
Personally tested, working properly.

Previously was posted: Nov 16, 2013 "How To Run Windows 8 Or 8.1 In Safe Mode?"