Error Code “0xc000014c” In Windows 10 – Fixed

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Facing a blue screen error on your Windows 10 system with Error Code: 0xc000014c while booting?

Recovery
Your PC needs to be repaired.
The Boot Configuration Data file is missing some required information.
File:\EFI\Microsoft\Boot\BCD
Error Code: 0xc000014c
You'll need to use recovery tools on your installation media. If you don't have any installation media (like a disc or USB device), contact your system administrator or PC manufacturer.

This recurring boot error is prevalent across various recent Windows operating system iterations, including Windows 10, 8/8.1, and 7. It typically signifies corruption within the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) file. Other potential causes for encountering this error include sudden system shutdowns, disk drive corruption, faulty RAM, and damaged system files.

It is recommended to begin by uninstalling any recently added hardware from your system. Additionally, as suggested in the error message, utilizing the recovery tools provided on the installation media can be an effective approach to resolve this Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error.

Fix Using the Windows Installation Media Tools

The following actions can be performed to fix error code “0xc00014c” in Windows 10.

• Startup Repair
• Disk Check
• SFC Scan
• Rebuild the Boot Configuration Data Code
• Perform a Clean Installation

Note: To use the Recovery tools on Windows 10, users must have Windows installation media such as Disc or USB device first.

Startup Repair

First, insert or connect your Windows installation media device to your PC port, then restart it. On the BIOS loading page, follow the prompt and press any key to boot the installation media. Then, select Language and click the Next option. Now click on the link Repair your computer on the bottom left on the Windows Setup page. After that, follow Troubleshoot>Advanced Options.

The aforementioned steps will remain consistent in subsequent solutions using Windows installation media.

Now, to perform the Startup Repair, follow these instructions.

1. On the Advanced Options page, click on the Startup Repair option.
2. Follow the instructions further; wait until the repair is completed.
3. After that, remove the installation media device and reboot your system.

Disk Check

Windows 10 users can take the help of the CHKDSK command to perform a check on the disk for errors. Let us learn how.

1. After booting into installation media as explained earlier, click on Command Prompt option on the Advanced Options page.
2. The Command Prompt screen will get opened. Here run this command:
   chkdsk C: /f /x /r
   Note: Users can scan another disk simply by replacing the drive letter in the command.
3. Enter Y for confirmation.
4. Once the command is run, it will start checking for errors in the specified disk drive.
5. After the check, disconnect the installation media and restart your system.

SFC Scan

SFC Scan is a command-line tool designed to fix corrupt or missing system files. If your Windows 10 system cannot boot, you can utilize the Windows installation media to initiate this scanning process. After successfully booting from the installation media, follow these steps.

1. Click on Command Prompt option on the Advanced Options page.
2. Execute this command.
   sfc /scannow
3. The system scan will get started. It will automatically fix the issues (if there are any).
4. Reboot your system upon the scan completion.

Rebuild the Boot Configuration Data Code

In the event of Boot Configuration Data corruption, individuals have the option to independently reconstruct these BCD codes by executing specific commands within the Command Prompt. The following outlines the procedure.

1. Go to the Command Prompt screen with the help of installation media (choose Command Prompt under Advanced Options).
2. Then run the following commands to rebuild the BCD codes one by one.
   bootrec.exe /Rebuildbcd

   bootrec.exe /Fixmbr

   bootrec.exe /Fixboot

3. Remove the installation media and re-run your computer.

Perform a Clean Installation

This remains the sole option available to users once system data, including files and documents, has been deleted. Therefore, it is highly advisable to have already created a backup of your data in a secure location.

To perform this procedure, perform the steps as:

1. Use a Windows installation media (USB device) with Windows 10 set up and insert it into your system.
2. On the Windows setup page, click on Install now option.
3. Select the checkbox “accept the license” and click Next to continue.
4. Next, select the “Custom: Install Windows only advanced” option.
5. Next, select all partitions, choose Delete option, and then move on to Next.
6. Follow on the next instructions to complete the installation process.
7. On completion, restart the system once.

All the above solutions require patience as well as some technical skills for execution. Also, users should always follow the essential tips to avoid Windows corruption and data loss.

Occasionally, employing manual remedies to address the Windows 10 BSOD error may inadvertently lead to data loss or system drive corruption. To recover lost or damaged data under such circumstances, we recommend utilizing the top-rated Windows Recovery tool, Kernel for Windows Data Recovery.

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Final Words

The Windows 10 Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error can prevent users from accessing their system. To address this issue, you can utilize the recovery tools available in Windows installation media. If you encounter data loss problems, consider employing Kernel for Windows Data Recovery as a solution.