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The "bootrec /fixboot Access is Denied" error in Windows 10 typically occurs when trying to repair the boot sector of a system using the bootrec /fixboot command in the Command Prompt. This command is often used to resolve boot issues, but encountering an "Access is Denied" error can prevent you from fixing problems like "Bootmgr is missing" or "Operating system not found." Here are the main causes of this error:

1. Corrupted or Damaged EFI Partition:

EFI Partition Issues: The EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface) partition is crucial for the boot process in systems using UEFI. If this partition is corrupted or damaged, the bootrec /fixboot command might fail, resulting in the "Access is Denied" error.

2. Incorrect Boot Configuration:
Incorrect Boot Mode: If your system is set to boot in Legacy mode instead of UEFI, or vice versa, you might encounter this error. The bootrec /fixboot command is specifically designed to repair the boot files on systems using UEFI, and using it on a system booting in Legacy mode can lead to issues.

Missing or Incorrect Boot Configuration Data (BCD): If the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) is missing, corrupt, or incorrectly configured, the system may prevent the bootrec /fixboot command from executing properly.

3. Corrupted Boot Files:
Damaged Boot Sector: The boot sector itself may be damaged or corrupted, preventing the command from writing new boot files. This can happen due to malware, power failures, or other system errors.

Incomplete Windows Updates: Sometimes, incomplete or interrupted Windows updates can leave the boot files in an unstable state, leading to this error when trying to repair them.

4. Insufficient Permissions:

Admin Rights Issues: The "Access is Denied" error often occurs if you are not running the Command Prompt with administrative privileges. Even if you are logged in as an administrator, certain actions require explicitly running the Command Prompt as an administrator.

Locked or Inaccessible Partition: If the system partition where the boot files reside is locked, encrypted, or otherwise inaccessible, the command may fail due to insufficient permissions.

How to Fix "bootrec /fixboot Access is Denied" Error:
Ensure Command Prompt is Running as Administrator:

Make sure to open the Command Prompt with administrative privileges. Right-click on "Command Prompt" and select "Run as administrator."

Disable BitLocker:

If BitLocker is enabled, temporarily disable it before running the bootrec /fixboot command. You can disable BitLocker by typing:
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manage-bde -unlock X: -recoverypassword YOUR-BITLOCKER-RECOVERY-KEY
manage-bde -protectors -disable X:

Run System File Checker (SFC) and DISM:

Run the following commands to repair system files and restore health:
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sfc /scannow
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
These commands can help repair corrupted files that might be causing the issue.