How To Fix There Was A Problem Starting Windows 10 Setup Error

 Do you want to fix the ‘There Was A Problem Starting Windows 10 Setup’ error? Some users can’ complete the upgrade to Windows 10 through MediaCreationToolx64.exe after having to abort the method midway because of unforeseen circumstances. When it turns out, a manual shut down or an unexpected crash during the upgrading process can break MediaCreationToolx64.exe.

Whenever the issue occurs MediaCreationToolx64.exe will show the given error message whenever you open the utility:

“There was a problem starting Setup. Close the tool, restart your PC, and then try running the tool again.”

So, there are many solutions that many users in the same situation have used to fix the issue. Please follow the steps given below in order until you find a solution that fixes the issue and enables you to complete the whole upgrading process.

How To Fix There Was A Problem Starting Windows 10 Setup Error

Follow the methods given below to fix the ‘There Was A Problem Starting Windows 10 Setup’ error:

Fix 1: Removing $Windows~BT$ & $Windows~WS$ folders

Mostly, this particular error occurred due to a couple of hidden folders that are linked with the MediaCreationToolx64.exe tool – $Windows~BT$ and $Windows~WS$. However, these two locations are can store temporary files required for the upgrade process.

The solution involves removing the two folders using their contents, thus allowing the MediaCreationToolx64.exe tool to start fresh. Also, you can’t touch the folders unless you’re using Safe Mode. To make things simpler for you, here’s a complete article on restarting in Safe Mode and removing the $Windows~BT$ and $Windows~WS$ folders to resolve the “There was a problem starting Setup.” error of the MediaCreationToolx64.exe tool :

• Initially access the Start icon (bottom-left corner). You can then tap the Power icon and then hold the Shift key while tapping on restart. This will restart your PC into Safe Mode.
• At the next startup, your PC should successfully boot into Safe Mode.
• You can then open the File Explorer and head over to the View tab via ribbon located at the top of the window. Then, ensure the checkbox linked with  Hidden Files (Show Hidden System Files on older Windows versions) is turned on.

Further;

• When Hidden Items are turned on. Then head over to the root path of your Windows drive (C:/ most likely) choose the $Windows~BT$ and $Windows~WS$ folders. Then, right-tap on them and select Delete to remove them.
• When the two folders have been successfully erased from the root path of C:/. You can then open your Recycle Bin and delete its contents to erase the remaining data of MediaCreationToolx64.exe.
• Restart your PC again to boot back into normal mode. On its next startup, head over to MediaCreationToolx64.exe again. Now you should be able to complete the upgrade to Windows 10 without any problems unless you again abort the installation. When it again happens, just repeat the above method again.

If this workaround wasn’t successful or you’re searching for another approach, move down to Method 2.

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