How to Fix Common Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors on Computers

        The Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is a critical error screen displayed by the Windows operating system, indicating that it has encountered a problem so severe that it must shut down or restart to protect data. Here's a comprehensive guide to understanding and resolving common BSOD issues.

Basic Troubleshooting Steps:

1. Remove New Hardware: If you've added new hardware before the error, power down your computer, remove it, and try restarting.

2. Boot in Safe Mode: If you're having trouble restarting, try booting your computer in Safe Mode. Guide to Safe Mode Startup in Windows.

3. Check Device Manager: Right-click the Start button, select Device Manager. Look for any devices marked with an exclamation mark (!). Right-click the device and choose "Update Driver." If updating doesn't help, try disabling or uninstalling the device.

4. Check Disk Space: Operating systems and some applications require sufficient free space to create swap files and perform other functions. The exact requirements vary by system configuration, but it's best to maintain 10% to 15% free space.

5. Install the Latest Windows Updates: Check for updates, go to Start > Settings > Windows Update, then select "Check for updates."

6. Try Blue Screen Troubleshooter: In Windows, open "Get Help." In the "Get Help" app, type "Troubleshoot blue screen error." Follow the guided steps in the "Get Help" app.

7. Restore Windows: If none of the above steps help, try restoring Windows using a system restore point or other options listed in the Windows Recovery options.

Advanced Troubleshooting Steps:

1. Check Event Viewer: Check the system logs in Event Viewer for other error messages that might help determine the device or driver causing the error. How to Open Event Viewer. Look for critical errors that occurred around the same time as the BSOD.

Preventive Measures:

1. Keep Your System Updated: Regularly install Windows updates and driver updates.

2. Use Compatible Software: Ensure all installed programs are compatible with your Windows version.

3. Maintain Hardware: Keep your computer clean, well-ventilated, and dust-free.

4. Monitor System Temperature: Use software to track component temperatures and ensure proper cooling.

5. Be Cautious with Overclocking: If you overclock, do so carefully and test for stability.

6. Invest in Quality Hardware: Spend on reliable components, especially power supply and RAM.

7. Regular Maintenance: Perform disk cleanup, defragmentation, and other system maintenance tasks.

8. Backup Data: Regularly back up important files to an external hard drive to minimize data loss in case of BSOD.

9. Install Reliable Antivirus Software: Protect your system from malware that can cause system instability.

10. Avoid Unnecessary Software: Limit the number of programs installed to reduce potential conflicts.

Common Error Codes and Solutions:

1. Error Code 0x80508007 (ERR_MP_NO_MEMORY): This error indicates that memory might be exhausted. Check available memory on the device, close any unused applications running to free up memory, restart the device, and retry the scan.

2. Error Code 0x8050800C (ERR_MP_BAD_INPUT_DATA): This error indicates a potential issue with security products. Update definitions, run a full scan, restart the device, and retry.

3. Error Code 0x80508022 (ERR_MP_REBOOT_REQUIRED): This error indicates that a reboot is required to complete threat removal. Restart the computer to complete the threat removal process.

4. Error Code 0x80508023 (ERR_MP_THREAT_NOT_FOUND): This error indicates that the threat may no longer be present on the media, or malware may be preventing you from scanning the device. Run the Microsoft Safety Scanner, then update your security software, and retry.

5. Error Code 0x80508025 (ERR_MP_FULL_SCAN_REQUIRED): This error suggests that a full system scan may be necessary. Run a full system scan.

6. Error Code 0x80508024 (ERR_MP_MANUAL_STEPS_REQUIRED): This error indicates that manual steps are required to complete threat removal. Follow the manual remediation steps described in the Microsoft Malware Protection Center.

7. Error Code 0x00000077 (KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERROR): This error often means that the kernel data needed is not found in virtual memory or physical memory, which could be due to bad sectors, viruses, disk controller errors, or memory issues. Use antivirus software to scan the system; use the "chkdsk /r" command to check and repair disk errors, and if that doesn't work, use tools provided by the disk manufacturer to check and repair.

8. Error Code 0x0000007A (KERNEL_DATA_INPAGE_ERROR): This error is often caused by kernel data in virtual memory that cannot be read into memory, possibly due to bad sectors in the virtual memory page file, viruses, or memory issues. First, use the latest virus definition antivirus software to scan for viruses. If the error message also includes 0xC000009C or 0xC000016A, it indicates bad sectors are the cause, and the system's disk checking tool cannot automatically repair them. In this case, enter the "Recovery Console" and use the "chkdsk /r" command to manually repair.