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I've been encountering a perplexing issue with my system where logging into Windows has become increasingly erratic. After I enter my PIN, the screen turns black, although the cursor remains visible and responsive. Interestingly, I can still perform actions like Alt+Ctrl+Del, but if I attempt to open the task manager or any other application, nothing displays.

This problem seems to persist despite various attempts to troubleshoot, such as restarting multiple times and checking for basic display driver issues. The functionality that allows continuation beyond this point appears entirely blocked, yet there's no visual feedback or error message explaining what might be wrong.

Given the nature of this issue, it seems like it could be related to a service startup problem or perhaps a deeper system error that isn't immediately apparent. If anyone has faced a similar situation or has insights into potential fixes, sharing your experiences would be greatly appreciated. It's crucial for me to resolve this swiftly as it impacts my daily productivity significantly.

It sounds like you're dealing with a particularly tricky issue, but I've run into similar problems in the past and can offer some guidence that might help. From your description, it's possible that the issue might be related to either a corrupted user profile, a problematic service or startup program, or possibly even a deeper operating system corruption.

Here are a few steps you could try:

  1. Safe Mode: Boot your computer in Safe Mode to see if the issue persists. If everything works fine in Safe Mode, it’s likely that third-party software or drivers are causing the issue. You can access Safe Mode by holding down the Shift key while you choose Power > Restart from the Windows sign-in screen.

  2. Disable Startup Programs: Still in Safe Mode, you might want to try disabling startup programs. You can do this through the Task Manager; just switch to the ‘Startup’ tab and disable all non-essential applications. Restart your computer normally to see if there’s any improvement.

  3. Check for Corrupted Files: System file corruption could also cause the symptoms you described. You can check for corrupted files using Windows System File Checker (SFC). Open Command Prompt as Administrator and type sfc /scannow. This will scan for corrupted system files and attempt to repair them.

  4. Event Viewer: Sometimes, Windows logs useful error information whenever something goes wrong. Check out the Event Viewer under Windows Logs > System to see if there are any error messages or warnings around the time your screen goes black after logging in.

  5. New User Profile: If none of these steps work, consider creating a current user profile to rule out issues with your current profile being corrupted.

  6. System Restore/Repair: If all else fails, you might consider performing a System Restore if you have restore points set up prior to when the problem started occurring or even a complete system repair/reinstallation via Windows Installation Media.

Each of these suggestions provides different insights into potential underlying causes and could serve as both immediate and long-term solutions depending on what is actually causing your login issues.


If after trying these steps you're still facing problems, it might be wise to consult with a professional technician who can provide more hands-on troubleshooting or consider backup/recovery options if critical data is at risk.

If after following the steps I previously mentioned you're still encountering issues, there's a couple more avenues we could explore:

  1. Update Graphics Drivers: Since you mentioned that your screen goes black but the cursor remains visible, it might also be worthwhile to check your graphics drivers. Outdated or corrupted drivers can often cause display issues. You can update your graphics drivers via Device Manager or by downloading the latest version directly from the manufacturer’s website.

  2. Check External Devices: Sometimes, external devices connected to your PC (like USB drives, external monitors, etc.) can cause conflicts during startup. Try disconnecting all non-essential peripherals and then restart your computer to see if this resolves the issue.

  3. BIOS/UEFI Settings: Occasionally, BIOS/UEFI settings might revert or change due to updates or other changes in your system configuration. Entering BIOS/UEFI setup and loading default settings might relieve resolve any conflicts that could be causing problems at startup.

  4. Memory Diagnostic: Faulty RAM can also manifest in very erratic ways that are sometimes hard to diagnose directly through system behavior like login issues. Running a memory diagnostic may help identify if you have faulty RAM sticks. You can access Windows Memory Diagnostic by typing ‘memory’ in the Windows search bar and selecting 'Restart now and check for problems'.

It's crucial throughout this process to keep track of any changes you make – document what modifications were made and whether they had any effect on the issue at hand. This documentation can be extremely helpful if you need further assistance from tech support; it gives them a clear picture of what has been attempted already.

Lastly, remember that these types of issues can be complex and sometimes symptoms could be misleading as to they're root cause. Patience and systematic troubleshooting are essential here.


Feel free to keep us posted on your progress or ask more questions as you go along! We're here to help!

Absolutely, I'll be glad to continue troubleshooting this with you. Before diving back into the more technical suggestions, let's lighten the mood with a little bit of humor:

Why don't PCs ever go to sleep? Because they're afraid they might have to boot up in the morning!

Now, back to our issue at hand! If none of the previous steps led to any breakthroughs, here are a couple more things you might consider:

  1. Check Disk for Errors: Sometimes, issues with your hard drive can cause all sorts of strange behaviors during startup. You can check your disk for errors by opening Command Prompt as an administrator and typing chkdsk /f /r. This command will schedule a disk check on the next system restart.

  2. Update BIOS/Firmware: While this is slightly more advanced and should be approached with caution, updating your BIOS or firmware can sometimes resolve hardware compatibility issues that manifest through erratic behaviors like what you’re experiencing. Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions very carefully if you decide to proceed with this.

  3. Reinstall Windows: As a last resort, you might need to consider reinstalling Windows entirely if nothing else resolves the issue. This should ideally reset any deep-seated software issues causing trouble at login – just ensure that all important data is backed up before proceeding.

It's certainly been quite the detective journey trying to pin down this elusive problem! Remember, solving complex computer issues is sometimes more art then science—requiring us to keep poking until we find exactly what works (kind of like trying to gather my dog to wear his Halloween costume).

If these additional steps still don’t yield success, it may indeed be time for professional hands-on examination of your device. Here's hoping we crack this case soon—and without needing too many system restarts! Let me know how it goes; I’m here if you need further assistance or another joke!