Safe Mode is a diagnostic mode that enables you to use Windows with basic drivers. If you encounter problems in Windows, restarting in Safe Mode allows you to continue working and to troubleshoot the problem. The Safe Mode feature does not install any software.
In Safe Mode, Windows might look different because Safe Mode uses a low graphics mode for the display. Also, the words Safe Mode are displayed on the four corners of the screen.
Depending on your version of Windows, some graphics and information in this document might vary slightly.
Use the following procedure to enter Safe Mode.
When Windows fails to start properly, you might be prompted to start in recovery mode.
In some cases, the Startup Settings option is not displayed. Open Windows in Safe Mode from a command prompt.
In most cases, you can exit Safe Mode by restarting your computer. When you enter Safe Mode using a command prompt, restarting your computer does not exit Safe Mode.