Solutions to Fix Bad System Config Info Error in Windows 10/8/7

If you're encountering the issue where Windows fails to boot or displays a startup blue screen error with the message "Bad_System_Config_Info" on your PC, don't worry. In this article, you'll discover the exact reasons behind this error in Windows 10, 8, or 7, along with recommended solutions to resolve it smoothly. Follow the two sections below to find the causes and remedies for the "Bad_System_Config_Info" error: 1. **Reasons for the Bad_System_Config_Info Error:** - Corrupted System Configuration - Incorrect Registry Settings - Damaged System Files - Incompatible Drivers - Recent Software or Driver Updates - Malware Infection 2. **Solutions to Fix the Bad_System_Config_Info Error:** - **Boot into Safe Mode:** - Restart your computer and press F8 during startup to access the Advanced Boot Options menu. - Choose "Safe Mode with Networking" to start your PC with minimal drivers and services. - **System Restore:** - In Safe Mode, open the Control Panel and select "Recovery." - Click "Open System Restore" and choose a restore point prior to when the error occurred. - **Repair Install (Windows 10):** - Create a Windows 10 installation media using the Media Creation Tool. - Boot from the installation media and choose "Keep personal files, apps, and Windows settings" during setup. - **DISM and SFC Scans:** - In Safe Mode, open Command Prompt as an administrator. - Run the following commands one by one: ``` DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth sfc /scannow ``` - Restart your PC after both scans complete. - **Update or Rollback Drivers:** - In Safe Mode, update or roll back drivers through Device Manager. - Identify problematic drivers and either update them to the latest version or revert to a previous version. - **Scan for Malware:** - Run a full system scan using a reputable antivirus software in Safe Mode. - **Check for Recent Changes:** - Undo any recent software installations or driver updates that might have caused the issue. After trying these solutions, your PC should be able to boot normally without the "Bad_System_Config_Info" error. If the problem persists, consider seeking professional assistance.

Part 1: Causes of Bad_System_Config_Info Error in Windows 10/8/7

Here are some primary reasons that might lead to a bad system configuration information error on your PC running Windows 10/8/7:

1. Damaged or corrupted hard disk drive
2. Corrupted Windows system files
3. Corrupted Windows registry files
4. Incorrectly configured or corrupted device drivers
5. Driver conflict with newly installed hardware
6. Damaged or corrupted Random Access Memory (RAM)

So how to fix these problems and rescue your computer from bad system config info error? Don't worry, in Part 2, you'll get relative solutions to fix this error without any obstacles.

Part 2: Solutions to Fix Bad_System_Config_Info Error in Windows 10/8/7

Methods 1 and 2 can be easily performed by regular users with the assistance of a powerful partition management tool. However, more caution is needed when following any of the methods from Method 3 to Method 6.

You can selectively opt for any of the solutions below, offered by utility software, to rectify the Bad System Config Info error in Windows 10/8/7 and then restart your PC.

Method 1: Check and repair hard disk corruption errors

When a hard disk drive becomes damaged or corrupted, it can result in the "bad system config info" error. Resolving this issue often involves checking and repairing the hard disk corruption. You can either opt to manually check and fix the damaged hard disk drive or utilize a partition manager software for assistance. These methods can be applied on Windows 10, 8, and 7 computers.

Access 1: Manually inspect and repair the hard disk using CMD

Step 1: Click on 'Start' and type: command in the search box > press 'Enter'.

Step 2: Click 'Yes' and type: chkdsk /f > press "Enter".

Then, you need to follow the on-screen commands to complete the hard drive checking and repair process.

Access 2: Check and repair a corrupted/damaged hard disk using partition manager software

Professional partition manager software - tools Partition Master will help you do all these jobs with simple clicks.

If you're unable to boot the computer and can't follow this method to resolve the issue, you can directly attempt Method 2 to boot and restore Windows using a WinPE bootable disk. This will help you bypass the 'bad system config info' error. By booting your PC with the WinPE bootable disk, all problems will be rectified.

Method 2: Use a Bootable Disk

A WinPE bootable disk can help you restart Windows into a healthy state. All you need to do is create a bootable disk using a powerful partition manager software like AOMEI Partition Assistant, and then reboot your PC. This will resolve the issue with bad system config info.

Step 1: Create a WinPE bootable disk on another healthy computer with the same system as your current PC.

Step 2: Connect the bootable disk USB drive or SD card to your computer and select to boot from it.

Step 3: Choose to enter the Partition Master tool, where you can directly perform a disk or partition copy operation to copy partition data to a new storage device. (Remember to connect another new drive or storage device to your PC.)

Step 4: Then use Partition Master to check and fix hard drive errors.

Later, you can reboot Windows and continue using your computer. (If any data was lost, don't worry; you can restore it from the copied partition data.)

Method 3: Repair Corrupted Windows Registry using Command Prompt

Regardless of whether you're running Windows 10, 8, or 7 on your computer, you can directly use the following CMD commands to fix a corrupted Windows Registry that might be causing the "Bad_System_Config_Info" error right away:

Step 1: Boot from a Windows 10/8/7 USB/DVD and open "Command Prompt."

Step 2: Type: CD C:\Windows\System32\config > press "Enter".

Step 3: Follow the commands below sequentially and press "Enter" to rename these files with a .old postfix:

rename C:\Windows\System32\config\DEFAULT DEFAULT.old
rename C:\Windows\System32\config\SAM SAM.old
rename C:\Windows\System32\config\SECURITY SECURITY.old
rename C:\Windows\System32\config\SOFTWARE SOFTWARE.old
rename C:\Windows\System32\config\SYSTEM SYSTEM.old

Type the following commands one by one and press Enter to copy the registry backup files to your current registry folder. This will assist in manually restoring your Windows registry:

Copy C:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\DEFAULT to C:\Windows\System32\config
Copy C:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SAM to C:\Windows\System32\config
Copy C:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SECURITY to C:\Windows\System32\config
Copy C:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SYSTEM to C:\Windows\System32\config
Copy C:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SOFTWARE to C:\Windows\System32\config\

Method 4: Update Device Drivers

1. Go to "Device Manager". 2. Right-click the driver you wish to update and select "Update driver".

Then it will update the device driver for you. Alternatively, you can also try using a Driver Update tool, which will update all your drivers automatically.

Method 5: Utilize the Last Known Good Configuration

Another way to resolve the bad system config info issue in Windows 10, 8, or 7 is to attempt a restoration from the Last Known Good Configuration using Advanced Boot Options: 1. Restart your computer and press the F8 key repeatedly while it's booting up. This will open the Advanced Boot Options menu. 2. From the menu, select "Last Known Good Configuration (Advanced)" using the arrow keys and then press Enter. 3. The system will now start with the last set of configurations that worked correctly before the issue occurred. 4. If this resolves the problem, continue using your computer normally. If not, you may need to consider other troubleshooting methods or seek professional assistance. Remember that this method only works if Windows was able to successfully boot at least once after the recent changes were made to your system.

For Windows 10/8 users:

Step 1: Click on "Start" and then select "Power" > While holding down the "Shift" key, click on "Restart".

Step 2: Choose "Troubleshoot" > Select "Advanced Options" > Click on "Startup Settings".

Step 3: Click on "Restart".

Step 4: After restarting Windows, you'll encounter the advanced boot menu on a black screen - 'Last known good configuration (Advanced)' - Use the arrow keys to select it and press "Enter".

For Windows 7/older version users:

Step 1: Restart your PC > While it powers up and displays a black screen with white text or the Windows logo, press and hold the "F8" key.

Step 2: When the Advanced Boot Menu in black screen appears, use the arrow keys on your keyboard to select "Last known good configuration (Advanced)" and then press "Enter".

Method 6: Utilize Windows Memory Diagnostic to Test and Repair Damaged/Corrupted RAM

Step 1: Open the Start menu and type: memory diagnostic > Choose "Windows Memory Diagnostic."

Step 2: Click on "Restart now" and check for problems (recommended);

Your PC will restart and automatically check for RAM memory issues. This process may take a few minutes. If any errors are detected, please contact your computer manufacturer for support to resolve the 'bad system config info' error.