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How to Troubleshoot Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) in Windows

Posted on May 14, 2023May 14, 2023

The Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is a common issue that can occur in Windows operating systems. It is a stop error that appears when the system encounters a problem that it cannot recover from, causing it to crash and display a blue screen with an error message. As an aspiring computer technician, it is important to know how to troubleshoot Blue Screen of Death in Windows.

Step 1: Identify the cause of the BSOD

The first step in troubleshooting a BSOD is to identify the cause of the error. The error message displayed on the blue screen can provide valuable information about the cause of the problem. Make note of the error code and any other information displayed on the screen.

Step 2: Restart the computer in Safe Mode

If the computer is unable to boot normally after a BSOD, try restarting it in Safe Mode. Safe Mode is a diagnostic mode that starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services. This can help you identify and fix problems that may be preventing the computer from starting normally.

To start Windows in Safe Mode, restart the computer and press the F8 key repeatedly until the Advanced Boot Options menu appears. Select Safe Mode from the list of options and press Enter.

Step 3: Update drivers and software

Outdated or incompatible drivers and software can cause BSODs. Make sure that all drivers and software are up to date. You can use the Device Manager to check for updates for your hardware drivers. For software updates, check the developer’s website or use the built-in update feature if available.

Step 4: Run a virus scan

Viruses and malware can also cause BSODs. Run a full virus scan using your antivirus software to check for any infections.

Step 5: Check for hardware issues

Hardware issues such as faulty RAM or a failing hard drive can also cause BSODs. Use built-in diagnostic tools such as the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool to check for memory issues. For hard drive issues, use tools such as CHKDSK to check for errors.

Step 6: Restore the system

If none of the above steps help resolve the issue, you may need to restore the system to an earlier point in time. Use System Restore to restore the system to a point before the BSOD occurred.

In conclusion, troubleshooting BSODs in Windows involves identifying the cause of the error, restarting in Safe Mode, updating drivers and software, running a virus scan, checking for hardware issues, and restoring the system if necessary. By following these steps, you can effectively troubleshoot and resolve BSODs in Windows.

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