If Windows 10 can’t boot correctly after installing a device driver, and Safe mode and System Restore Point doesn’t work, you can use the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) to uninstall drivers manually using the Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) command-line tool to resolve the issue. In this guide, you will learn the steps to uninstall an incompatible driver from the recovery environment that’s causing Windows 10 not to start correctly.

Uninstall driver when Windows 10 won’t start

To remove an incompatible driver that won’t let Windows 10 start correctly, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the device will reboot, and Windows 10 should start normally again.

You’re in the correct drive letter if you see the “Windows” folder. If not, go back to step No. 5 and try another letter.

In the command, change e: for the driver of your Windows 10 installation.

In the command, change e: for the drive of your Windows 10 installation, and change the oem1.inf for the name of the driver to remove.

In the command, change the drive letter e: for your Windows 10 installation drive and change the oem1.inf for the driver’s name to remove. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.