{"id":12820,"date":"2017-05-13T11:34:01","date_gmt":"2017-05-13T06:04:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wikitechy.com\/technology\/?p=12820"},"modified":"2017-05-13T11:34:01","modified_gmt":"2017-05-13T06:04:01","slug":"fix-pc-crashes-recognize-common-windows-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wikitechy.com\/technology\/fix-pc-crashes-recognize-common-windows-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix PC Crashes and Recognize Common Windows Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"

How to Fix PC Crashes and Recognize Common Windows Issues – when your PC suddenly freezes or crashes for no specific cause. The instant becomes more frightening when it is followed by the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). PC crashes when it finds a serious problem which can damage the software or components of the PC, so your PC is really saving itself at the same time as pleading you to fix it.\u00a0But, this doesn\u2019t mean you need to leave the PC like this and continue your work after restarting. Your PC may be capable to recover itself after the crash, but a crash shows there is an essential problem which you must diagnose as soon as possible. There are dozens of hardware and software issues that cause a PC to crash or freeze, so it can be a little difficult to pinpoint the issue.<\/p>\n[ad type=”banner”]\n

Note:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>PC crashes can lead to data loss, especially if it is related to the hard disk. Ensure that you always\u00a0backup your important files, so you won\u2019t lose them in case the unexpected accidents.<\/p>\n

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Below are some of the most common software problems that could cause a PC to crash:<\/p>\n

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There are situations in which Windows might not boot at all. In such conditions, access\u00a0Windows in Safe Mode\u00a0and\u00a0then follow the below instructions<\/p>\n

1. Corrupt Driver<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Drivers control all the hardware components of your PC. Even if the hardware components are\u00a0perfectly fine, a corrupt driver can affect their\u00a0working and may even lead to a crash. We can check for faulty drivers from the Windows Device Manager. To access the Device Manager, type \u201cDevice Manager\u201d<\/strong> in the search bar or\u00a0press Windows+R<\/strong>\u00a0and type \u201cdevmgmt.msc<\/strong>\u201d in the \u201cRun\u201d <\/strong>dialog.<\/p>\n

When the Device Manager opens, we will see all the names of important hardware components. Double-clicking on each name will open all the\u00a0drivers under it. A\u00a0faulty driver will have a yellow triangle with an exclamation mark (!)\u00a0<\/strong>at the start of its name.<\/p>\n

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If we don\u2019t find any faulty drivers in this list, we can also\u00a0open hidden drivers<\/strong>\u00a0by clicking on \u201cView<\/strong>\u201d at the top and selecting \u201cShow hidden devices<\/strong>\u201d from the list of options. This will open almost all the drivers, so that we can carefully check all the drivers and make sure there is no faulty driver.<\/p>\n

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If we find any faulty driver,\u00a0right-click<\/strong>\u00a0on it and select \u201cUpdate driver software<\/strong>\u201d from the context menu. Now, follow the instructions to update the driver online or manually.<\/p>\n

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If updating the driver doesn\u2019t help, we can also use a third-party driver updater\u00a0or\u00a0repairing software to solve your driver issues. There is many\u00a0Driver fixer software\u00a0available, but recommend to try IObit\u2019s Driver Booster<\/a>\u00a0for its huge database and ease of use. A third-party driver software should also be able to fix hardware conflicts.<\/p>\n[ad type=”banner”]\n

2. Corrupt Third-Party Software<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

If your PC started crashing after installing a third-party software, there is a chance that the software is corrupt or your PC is not compatible with it.\u00a0Try uninstalling recently installed programs<\/strong>\u00a0and see if it solves the problem. Sometimes reinstalling the programs fixes the problem, so if the program was important to you, you can reinstall it and see if the problem still continues. If reinstalling the program causes the PC to crash again, then unfortunately you will have to get free of the program for good.<\/p>\n

3. Malware or Virus<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

A malware can easily corrupt your system and force it to crash. If you don\u2019t have an antivirus program already installed, immediately install one even if there is no malware in your system. If a crash is due to a malware, then even a\u00a0free antivirus software\u00a0should be able to detect and get free of it. Just install one and use the most robust scan offered by the antivirus software to\u00a0get free of the malware.<\/p>\n

If the malware corrupts your system to the point it can\u2019t even start, then\u00a0start Windows in Safe mode\u00a0and then run your antivirus scan. Avast works fine in Safe mode and sure other popular antivirus programs will work in the Safe mode as well. If your antivirus isn\u2019t working in Safe mode, then\u00a0create Avast rescue disk<\/a>\u00a0on a different PC.<\/p>\n

4. Defrag Your Drive<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

If we don\u2019t know about the idea of defragmentation, and never defragmented your hard drive then it might be a problem. The data on your hard drive is stored randomly, so it becomes hard for Windows to find the right file. If left unattended for a very long time, it could lead to system slowdowns\u00a0and even crashes. Defragmentation process puts all the data in a sequence and makes it easier for Windows to find it. Windows has a built-in defragmentation tool. To access it, type\u00a0\u201cDefragmentation\u201d in the search bar<\/strong>\u00a0and select the tool.<\/p>\n

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Now\u00a0click on \u201cOptimize\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0for all your drives and see if the crashing issue still persists.<\/p>\n

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5. Clean and Repair Registry<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Windows Registry contains nearly all the data regarding the software and hardware of your PC and all the changes are recorded there. When your confusion around with your system and install and remove programs, everything gets registered and sometimes results in creating entries that are no longer needed. These entries expand the registry and may even create errors, thus leading to slower PC and even crashes. It is extremely hard to manually clean the registry, so recommend you to use a third-party registry cleaner.<\/p>\n

For this purpose, use\u00a0Wise Registry Cleaner<\/a>\u00a0and recommend it as well. This tool lets you\u00a0clean, repair and even defrag the registry<\/strong>\u00a0to keep it orderly.<\/p>\n[ad type=”banner”]\n

6. Keep Windows Updated<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

It\u2019s important to keep\u00a0your Windows PC up-to-date or it may be vulnerable to problems and even crashes. In Windows 10, go to \u201cSettings->Update & Security.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Here, click on \u201cCheck for updates<\/strong>\u201d and make sure your PC is updated. Windows will automatically download and install updates if it\u00a0isn\u2019t being updated. You can also search \u201cWindows update\u201d<\/strong> in Windows Search bar to find the Windows update option.<\/p>\n

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7. Opt Out of Windows 10 Insider Program<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

If we have joined the Windows 10 Insider Program to test preview builds and comment on latest features, then it could be the problem. The preview builds are unstable builds aimed at developers, so it may create a problem on your particular system and cause it to crash. You can opt out of the Insider Program by going to Settings->Update & Security and in the Windows Update page, go to \u201cAdvanced Options<\/strong>\u201c. Here, just click on \u201cStop Insider Builds<\/strong>\u201c.\u00a0\u00a0If choosing out solves the problem, do report to Microsoft about the issue.<\/p>\n

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8. Reset or Refresh Your PC<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Windows comes with built-in option to completely reinstall Windows or at least refresh it, to remove all the third-party software and changes. A complete reset solves almost any problem, 99% of the times, as it provides back the system to its factory state without any third-party data. If all the above steps don\u2019t work, then refresh your PC or completely reset it.<\/p>\n

PC Crashing Due to Hardware Problems<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

There can be many hardware issues that could force a PC to crash. Actually, in most cases it\u2019s a hardware issue, but it is a little difficult to solve hardware issues by yourself, so first it is recommended to try to diagnose the software issues. But, here are some hardware issues that may be resulting in your PC crashing or freezing.<\/p>\n

1. Bad RAM<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Sometimes bad RAM can lead to crashes and the Blue Screen of Death. we can use a memory test program like Memtest86\u00a0(download<\/a>) to test the RAM\u00a0for errors. If there is a problem, we will have to swap the RAM\u00a0with a new one.<\/p>\n

2. Hard Disk Issues<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Hard Disks have a limited time span and they fail with time. If your hard disk is near failing, it may start crashing the PC. There are many tools to\u00a0check hard disk health\u00a0and confirm its status. You\u00a0may also hear clunky sound from the hard drive<\/strong>, which is a sign of your hard disk ageing. If you are sure that your PC\u2019s hard disk will fail soon, you should immediately\u00a0backup all your important data\u00a0and take your PC to a service center\u00a0and get the hard disk replaced.<\/p>\n

3. Heating PC<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

If your PC starts heating up, it will start crashing, as\u00a0the heat may damage under the hood components<\/strong>. Heating issues mostly arise due to stopped fan and system. If you have a desktop PC, then you can also clean it yourself using a can of compressed air. Even though you can also get your PC serviced from a computer shop. If you are cleaning it yourself, then make sure you don\u2019t physically touch the system as you may build static electricity and damage the system. If there are any smudges, do not try to remove them with a wet clothe because smudges should not be too much of a problem.<\/p>\n

4. Less System Resources<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

This is quite noticeable, if you have low system resources like low RAM or CPU power then running a heavy program or intensive game will surely lead to a crash. Either upgrade your PC to run heavy programs or stop using that program.<\/p>\n[ad type=”banner”]\n

5. Newly Installed Hardware Component<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If you have recently installed a new hardware component like a RAM\u00a0or upgraded graphics card, then it could be the problem. Use the first\u00a0tip in the software section of this article to check if the drivers of the newly installed component are working fine or not. If drivers are fine and up-to-date, then remove the component and see if your PC works fine or not.<\/p>\n

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