Save open work and back up important files. Note any recent driver or hardware changes. If Windows cannot start, use the startup guide first.
Work through these checks
0 of 3 complete01Roll back recently updated drivers
Roll back recently updated drivers.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
02Run memory diagnostics
Run memory diagnostics.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
03Uninstall recently installed software
Uninstall recently installed software.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
Possible causes
- Driver attempting to write to a read-only memory segment
- Incompatible device driver
- Corrupted system memory
Useful Windows tools
These commands open Windows tools. Review any action inside the tool before applying changes.
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