How to repair Windows system files with SFC and DISM

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 02:13:58 +0000

What you’ll need
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Windows 10 (build 1809 or later) or Windows 11
Administrator account access
Active internet connection for DISM repair source
Basic understanding of PowerShell or Command Prompt
10-30 minutes depending on system state

Overview
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This guide walks you through repairing corrupted Windows system files using System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM). You’ll fix files causing crashes, boot failures, or missing DLLs without reinstalling Windows.

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How to repair Windows system files with SFC and DISM

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