How to Enable Boot Logging in Windows

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How to enable 'Boot log' using System ConfigurationTo log driver information during boot using System Configuration, use these steps:

• Open Start.
• Search for System Configuration and click the top result to open the experience.
  (Quick Tip: You can also use the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to open the Run command, enter the msconfig command, and click OK to open System Information.)
• Click on the Boot tab.
• Check the Boot log option.
• Click the Apply button.
• Click the OK button.
• Click the Restart button.
  

Viewing the ntbtlog text fileTo find and view the ntbtlog.txt file, use these steps:

• Use the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to open the Run command.
• Type the following file path:
  c:\Windows\ntbtlog.txt
• Click the OK button.
  

How to enable 'Boot log' using Command PromptTo log driver information during boot using Command Prompt, use these steps:

• Open Start.
• Search for Command Prompt, right-click the top result, and select the Run as administrator option.
• Type the following command and press Enter:
  bcdedit
• Under the "Windows Boot Loader" section, note the "identifier" and "bootlog" information. For example:
  
  • identifier — {current}.
  • bootlog — No.
  • Type the following command to enable logs during boot and press Enter:
    bcdedit /set {current} bootlog Yes
    In the command, make sure to replace {current} with the information in your identifier.
    

Viewing the ntbtlog text fileTo find and view the "Boot Log" file, use these steps:

• Use the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to open the Run command.
• Type the following file path:
  c:\Windows\ntbtlog.txt
  
• Click the OK button.