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The Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is one of the most frustrating errors a Windows user can face. Whether you're working, gaming, or just browsing, it crashes everything and restarts your PC. Luckily, most BSOD issues can be resolved with the right steps. In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to fix the Blue Screen error on Windows 10 and 11.

🔍 Common Causes of BSOD

• Faulty drivers

• Incompatible or corrupt Windows updates

• Memory (RAM) issues

• Corrupted system files

• Overheating hardware

• Failing hard drive or SSD

🛠️ Step-by-Step Solutions

✅ 1. Note Down the Stop Code

• When the BSOD appears, it will show a Stop Code (like CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED, MEMORY_MANAGEMENT, etc.)

• Take a photo or write it down — it helps identify the exact cause

✅ 2. Boot into Safe Mode

If the system keeps restarting:

1. Hold the Shift key and restart the PC

2. Go to Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart

3. Press F4 to enable Safe Mode

✅ 3. Uninstall Problematic Drivers or Updates

• Press Win + X > Device Manager

• Look for any yellow warning icons → Right-click and uninstall

• OR go to Settings > Windows Update > View update history and uninstall recent updates

✅ 4. Run System File Checker

1. Open Command Prompt as admin

2. Run:

   sfc /scannow

3. After scan completes, restart your PC

✅ 5. Run Memory Diagnostic Tool

• Press Win + R, type mdsched.exe, press Enter

• Choose to Restart now and check for problems

✅ 6. Check Disk for Errors

In Command Prompt (Admin), run:

chkdsk /f /r

• Press Y to schedule a scan on next restart

✅ 7. Update BIOS and Chipset Drivers

• Visit your motherboard/laptop manufacturer's website

• Download and install the latest BIOS and chipset drivers

✅ 8. Check for Overheating

• Install tools like HWMonitor or Core Temp

• Clean dust from fans, use cooling pads for laptops

🧯 Advanced Fixes (if BSOD still persists)

• Reset Windows: Settings > Recovery > Reset this PC

• Reinstall Windows using a bootable USB