Problems with adding a new entry (WinPE)

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wertykz

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Hi,
I have a problem trying to add an entry as WinPE.
What happened is that I divided my local c disk into one to use it as a boot method since I did not have USB (I had already done this before) but now when I do the same steps as I did previously I get this message:
To continue EasyBCD you need to access the highest Windows Vista or XP installation media

I don't know how to fix it and I haven't found any forum or video about this error so if someone could help me

Any ideas would be gratefully received...
 
Hello,
It seems you're trying to use EasyBCD to add an entry for WinPE but encountering an error related to the installation media of Windows Vista or XP. This issue often arises due to a mismatch or missing configuration files or permissions. Here’s a guide to address the problem:

Steps to Resolve the EasyBCD Error:
Run EasyBCD as Administrator
Ensure you are running EasyBCD with administrative privileges:

Right-click on the EasyBCD executable and choose "Run as administrator."
Verify BCD Store Permissions
The error could indicate a problem with the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) store:

Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
Type the following commands to repair the BCD:
cmd
bootrec /fixmbr
bootrec /fixboot
bootrec /rebuildbcd
Reboot your computer and try adding the WinPE entry again.
Ensure the WinPE Files Are Present
Confirm that the partition you created has the necessary WinPE boot files:

The folder should include boot.wim and a boot folder with essential files.
Use the BCDBoot command to add the necessary files:
cmd
Copy code
bcdboot X:\Windows /s Y: /f ALL
Replace X:\ with the drive containing the Windows files and Y:\ with your boot partition.
Check EasyBCD Compatibility
If you're running a newer version of Windows (e.g., Windows 10 or 11), ensure you’re using the latest version of EasyBCD. Older versions might have compatibility issues:

Download the latest version of EasyBCD from NeoSmart Technologies' official website.
Alternative Boot Manager
If EasyBCD continues to give you trouble:

Use Grub4Dos or another bootloader that supports chainloading WinPE.
Create a manual entry using BootIce or similar tools.
Create a New Partition
If the existing partition is problematic:

Backup your data.
Delete and recreate the partition using Disk Management or a third-party tool like MiniTool Partition Wizard.
Verify Partition Type
Ensure the partition is marked as Active:

Open Disk Management (diskmgmt.msc).
Right-click on your WinPE partition and select Mark Partition as Active.
If None of These Work:
Provide more details about your system (e.g., Windows version, EasyBCD version, partition setup).
Let me know if you have access to another device for troubleshooting tools or to create a USB installer.
Best Regards
jody998
 
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