Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)
Learn how to troubleshoot and fix the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error on your Windows computer.
Written by James Lefcakis
Updated at December 5th, 2024
Problem: The computer displays a blue screen with an error message.
Steps to Resolve:
- Note the error code: Write down or photograph the error message for reference.
- Restart the computer: Sometimes a reboot resolves the issue.
- Check for hardware changes: If you recently installed hardware, ensure it is properly connected and compatible.
- Update drivers: Go to Device Manager and update drivers, especially for graphics and network cards.
- Run diagnostics: Use tools like Windows Memory Diagnostic or chkdsk to test hardware stability.
- Restore system: If all else fails, perform a System Restore to revert the system to an earlier, stable state.
