How to fix black screen with System Restore on Windows 10

Alternatively, you can also use the System Restore feature to undo system changes using one of the available restore points, which can potentially fix the black screen problem on Windows 10. You won't lose your files, but depending on the current configuration, you may lose some settings, apps, and updates. (System Restore will only work if you have previously enabled and configured the feature.)

Open Advanced startup using three-fail boot method

When the device has a black screen, you won't be able to use System Restore normally, as such, you'll need to manually trigger the recovery environment:

To access the Advanced startup environment, use these steps:

1. Start computer.

2. As soon as the Windows logo appears on the screen, press the power button to interrupt the boot sequence.

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3. Repeat steps No. 1 and 2 two more times.

After the third interruption, Windows 10 will open into the Advanced Startup environment, and then you can continue with the steps below to use System Restore.

Open Advanced startup using bootable media method

Alternatively, you can use a USB bootable media to access the Advanced startup settings using these steps:

1. Start computer using a USB bootable media.

   • Quick tip: If your device isn't starting from the USB flash drive, you'll need to change the motherboard's BIOS settings to make sure it can boot from USB. Usually, you can access the BIOS by powering up the device and pressing one of the functions, Delete, or ESC keys. However, you may need to check your manufacturer's support website for more specific details.
2. Click the Next button.

3. Click the Repair your computer link in the bottom-left corner.

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Once you complete the steps, continue with the System Restore instructions.

Undo changes using System Restore

To restore a computer to an earlier time to fix the black screen problem, use these steps:

1. Click the Advanced Startup option.
2. Click the Troubleshoot option.
3. Click the Advanced options button.

4. Click the System Restore option.

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5. Click the Next button.

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6. Select the most recent known working restore point you think will resolve the problem.
7. Click the Scan for affected programs button to determine the apps that will be affected after the restore point was created.
8. Click the Close button.
9. Click the Next button.
10. Click the Finish button.

After you complete the steps, System Restore will restore the device to an earlier time removing system changes since the date of the restore point, which may resolve the black screen issue on Windows 10.