Stop 0x0000000A or IRQ_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL | This Stop error message indicates that a Windows process or driver tried to access a part of memory which it was not
allowed to, or at a kernel Interrupt ReQuest Level (IRQL) that was too high (the kernel
is the core component of Windows). This error is usually due to incompatible or faulty
software or hardware. | The error could indicate that you have a faulty device driver.
If the error message lists a device by name, try uninstalling the device and see if it stops the error occurring. If it does you may need to contact the device manufacturer for an updated driver. The error could be due to a faulty or failing hardware device.
If a device is listed by name in the error message, try removing it from your PC to see
if it is the cause of the problem. |
Stop 0x0000001E or KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED | This error message indicates that the Windows kernel has
encountered an illegal or unknown processor instruction. This could be due to an
invalid memory or access violation. | The error could indicate that you have a faulty device driver.
If the error message lists a device by name, try uninstalling the device and see if it stops the error occurring. The error could also be caused by insufficient disk space
when installing new software.Try freeing up some disk space by deleting unnecessary
files and then reinstalling the driver. |
Stop 0x00000024 or NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM | This error message indicates that a problem has occurred with
the driver that controls the NTFS file system. | The problem could be due to a faulty hard drive, so check all
cabling to your drive(s) and to your PC’s motherboard. Scan your hard drive to
check that it is in good condition.You can run the disk checking tool by pressing
[Windows Key] + [R], typing CHKDSK C: /f and pressing [Enter]
.Reboot the PC and the disk will be checked as Windows is restarting. |
Stop 0x0000002E or DATA_BUS_ERROR | This error message indicates a memory error. The cause is
usually due to defective RAM, which could be main RAM, video RAM or processor cache
memory. The error can also indicate that your hard drive is infected with a virus. | If you have added new RAM recently, or a device containing RAM
such as a video card, then try removing it and see if the problem goes away.
If it does, then the device is probably faulty. If a program or driver name is given in
the error message, try uninstalling the named driver/program and see if the error goes
away. |
Stop 0x00000050 or PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA | This error message indicates that data requested by a program was not in memory. The error could be due to defective memory or incompatible software. | Make sure you have installed the latest drivers available for your
hardware devices. The latest driver for a device can usually be obtained from the
device manufacturer’s website. If you have installed a new hardware device or
software application, try removing it and see if the error is cured. If it is, then the
device or application is either faulty or incompatible with your system. |
Stop 0x00000077 or KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERROR
| This error indicates that a page of virtual memory could not be found or loaded into memory. It can indicate a faulty or
corrupt hard drive or possible virus infection. | Check your hard drive with Check Disk.To do this, press
[Windows Key] + [R] type CHKDSK C: /f and press [Enter]. Reboot the PC and the disk will be checked as Windows is restarting. Also, check all cabling connecting your hard drive to your motherboard. If you have
added any new hardware devices or memory, try removing it to see if it stops the error
message. |
Stop 0x00000079 or MISMATCHED_HAL | This error message indicates that Windows has lost access to the system partition or
boot drive during the startup process. This message can indicate the presence of a
virus on your system, or that incorrect device drivers have been installed for
your storage adaptors. | Check that the hard drive settings in the BIOS are correct – if in doubt
about how to set up hard drives in your BIOS consult your motherboard’s manual. The error could be due to a faulty hard disk or disk controller. If this is the case, you may have to replace your hard drive, or motherboard. Consult a professional
computer repair shop for further testing. Scan your PC with an up-to-date virus
checker.
|
Stop 0x0000007F or UNEXPECTED_KERNEL_MODE_TRAP | This error is usually caused by either a fault in software or hardware. It can also
indicate that your PC’s CPU (Central Processing Unit) is overheating (due to poor
ventilation, or because it has been overclocked above its designed speed). | If you have overclocked your CPU, set it back to the manufacturer’s default
speed. Also, check the CPU’s ventilation. This error could be due to defective
memory. If possible try replacing your memory modules. If you have recently added new
hardware try removing it and see if this cures the problem. This problem could also be
caused by faulty software or drivers. If the error message occurs when using a
particular program, contact the software vendor for an updated version compatible with
your version of Windows. |
Stop 0x000000EA or THREAD_STUCK_IN_DEVICE_DRIVER | This message means that the system is paused indefinitely waiting for
a response from a device driver.Very often this can be because the graphics card driver
is waiting for the graphics card, and can indicate a faulty graphics card or a problem
with the driver. | If possible, try installing a different graphics card and see if this cures the problem. If so there could be a fault with your original graphics card. If
the error indicates a device driver by name, try removing the device or
updating/rolling back the driver, and see if this stops the problem. |
Stop 0x000000ED or UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME | This indicates that Windows has tried to access the boot disk, and not been successful.
This could be because you are using an Ultra Direct Memory Access (UDMA) hard disk
controller and you are using a 40 wire connector to connect the drive to your cable
when an 80 wire cable is required. | Replace the 40 wire cable connected to your hard drive with an 80 wire cable. Check your BIOS to make sure your PC is not set to use a faster UDMA mode that your PC can
support. Consult your motherboard manual for details on how to do this. |
Stop 0x000000F2 or HARDWARE_INTERRUPT_STORM | Windows uses ‘interrupts’ to allow hardware devices to request
computing time from the computer’s CPU. This error message occurs when a hardware
device fails to release an Interrupt ReQuest (IRQ). This could be because a device has
failed to respond to a release signal sent by Windows, an incorrectly written
driver fails to send a release signal, or an incorrectly written driver claims an
interrupt meant for a different device. | Identify which driver is indicated in the error message, and remove the corresponding hardware device from the system and see if this solves the problem.
Check with your motherboard’s manufacturer for an updated version of your
BIOS. Most motherboard manufacturers will put updated BIOS versions, and the tools
needed to update, on their website. Check that all of the hardware devices in your PC
are listed as being compatible with your version of Windows. |
Stop 0xC0000221 or STATUS_IMAGE_CHECKSUM_MISMATCH | This error message is due either to a system file corruption, driver problem, corrupt hard drive or faulty memory.
| Use Windows built-in System Restore facilities to restore your system to a
previously working state.You can access System Restore via Start > All
Programs > Accessories >System Tools > System Restore. If this error is being caused be a corrupt system file, your only option may be to re-
install Windows. If the problem still occurs after re-installing Windows,it could
indicate that there is a problem with a hardware device in your PC. |