Recently several users of the Xbox One have reported that they are facing the System Startup error E105 which is ultimately preventing the Xbox One users to use their consoles. There are mixed reports where some users have claimed that they are facing this startup error E105 with every startup while there are some others that have reported that they are facing it at random intervals. Moreover, officially, there are several reasons why this E105 startup error is creeping up on the Xbox One console.
And if you are also among those who are facing such issues, then in this post, we will guide you on how you can follow several methods and steps to fix the Xbox One Startup System Error E105. This error E105 basically freezes the system thereby not giving the users a chance to use their consoles. In this post, we will be giving you all the reasons that can cause this system startup error on the Xbox One console. So, with that being said, let us get straight into the article itself:
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How To Fix Xbox One Startup System Error E105?
Now as already mentioned in the above paragraphs, there are several reasons why this system startup error E105 is showing up on your Xbox One console. Let us take a quick look at all the possible reasons:
- Corrupt Files: Xbox One, like other consoles, generate temporary files which very well be the reason behind this error. These files from the back provide stability to the console and if this is applicable then they can also end up being the problem behind the console’s performance. You can fix it by performing a simple reboot.
- Inconsistent Firmware: Unexpected system shutdowns can often lead to affect firmware files. In this case, you should perform a Startup Troubleshooter.
- Corrupt System Files: It goes without saying that your console depends on the system files and if they are corrupt you will end up with Errors like startup system error E105. In that case, all you can do is perform a Factory Reset.
- Hardware Failure: If any of the software fixes did not do the job for your then, it is definitely the hardware that is causing you the error, which is most likely associated with your HDD. You need to send your HDD and the console to repair in case of an HDD failure.
Performing a Power Cycling Procedure
Power cycling procedure helps you clear out all the corrupt temporary files that you have for your Xbox One console and on top of that, it also drains the power capacitors which will ultimately help fix several issues related to HDD failure that are the possibly the root cause of System Error E105. To perform a power cycling procedure on your Xbox One, follow the steps mentioned below:
- Make sure that you have your Xbox One console booted up and is not in hibernation mode.
- Now, you need to press the Xbox button and keep it pressing for about 10 seconds until the front LED of the console stops blinking. You will also hear the fans, shutting off.

- Once your console is completely switched off, remove the power cable from the power outlet to ensure the power capacitors are completely drained.
- Before replugging the power cable, make sure to wait for about 5 minutes.
- Power up the console and see if the console shows up the long Xbox animation which is the indicator that the operation has been successful.

Xbox One Long Animation


