The fact that "Vinda" flies with enviable constancy, even for those users who periodically perform its comprehensive service, is not necessary. And the reasons for this, unfortunately, can be such a great many that it can even be immediately impossible to determine why this happened. That is why it is very problematic to propose any one universal solution for troubleshooting. Here you have to act, as they say, "the method of scientific poking." Nevertheless, a few simple generalized tips that are suitable for all users without exception can be given.
Why does the "Windows" fly: the most likely reasons
It goes without saying, first you need to find out the reason for this behavior of the system, and only then take some specific decision to eliminate it. All typical Windows failures can be divided into hardware and software. The former are associated with hardware that may not work, function incorrectly, or simply not be supported by Windows systems. But the list of software crashes and errors can be expanded indefinitely.
As for the main problems, of course, it is impossible to list all of them, but the following are the most common:
- installing Windows using unofficial distributions and pirated assemblies;
- problems with the hard drive, RAM and other devices;
- improper installation, outdated or missing hardware drivers;
- viral infection;
- registry corruption;
- important system services disabled by the user;
- Broken or improperly installed updates to the system itself;
- incorrect settings or outdated BIOS firmware, etc.
Flew "Visible": what to do first?
The list of possible problems with the system given above can be called far from complete. However, most often failures are associated with them. What to offer as a solution if the "Windows" flies? It’s hard to say for sure. However, it is worth paying attention to one main feature. If the system crashes once, most likely, you can restore it using standard tools without even having to boot from removable media with recorded distributions. If this situation is constantly observed, first pay attention to the hard disk and RAM, since permanent errors can be associated with these components.
It is possible that the hard drive began to crumble, or the RAM slots are out of order. If possible, test the disk on another computer using appropriate programs. Sometimes, as it is believed, a hard drive can be restored using the HDD Regenerator utility , which programmatically performs magnetization reversal of the surface. To check the memory, you can use the Memtest86 + program or simply remove the strips from the motherboard slots one at a time until an idle one is found. Verification is sometimes necessary for video cards, since they are the ones that are used when the operating system starts up in the first place.
Restore the system to a healthy state
As for the software methods used in those situations when the Windows crashes for no apparent reason, the first thing you can do is download the last successful configuration from the start menu, called by pressing the F8 key at the beginning of the download.
In the tenth version of the system, access is more problematic, but you can return to using the F8 key through the command line (bcdedit / set {current} bootmenupolicy legacy).
If such an operation is not possible, try to boot the system in safe mode, then go to the recovery section and select the desired time point during the preparation process.
In the same safe mode, for example, if you are using Windows 7 or other versions, you can specify the following actions from the command line:
- scanning system files with subsequent recovery (sfc / scannow);
- checking the hard disk for errors (chkdsk / x / f / r),
- testing boot sectors (bootrec.exe / fix mbr and bootrec.exe / fixboot);
- full rewriting of the bootloader (bootrec.exe / rebuildbsd);
- image recovery (DISM.exe / Online / Cleanup-image / Restorehealth).
Note: the command console can also be used at startup from removable media, but to check the disk, you will need to set its system letter. But on the standard means of the system, called through a graphical interface, you can hardly count on it.
However, if the official "Windows" crashes due to software failures, and constantly, for the "tens", you can apply a complete reset, returning the computer to its original state, saving user files before that.
True, this is more like a “clean” installation, since previously installed programs will not be saved.
As for the incomplete updates, “Windows 7” here occupies a leading position (this is recognized by everyone).
It is advisable to remove non-working updates using at least safe mode, the command line or the PowerShell console, then set a manual search for available packages and remove the failed ones from the mandatory installation list.
Also, when identifying problems with drivers, which is most often indicated by the blue screen of death, such software needs to be updated (if the system is loading, you can determine the failed component using the BlueScreenView utility, and updating drivers in the Driver Booster application, which will require an active Internet connection )
Now let's look at one more option if the "Windows" has flown. What to do in such a situation? It goes without saying that one should not exclude the effect of viruses, which, at the slightest suspicion of their presence on the computer, will need to be found and neutralized. Portable scanners that do not require installation on a hard drive are best suited for this.
BIOS issues
How to restore the crashed "Windows" by some of the most effective methods is a little clear. As for the BIOS primary input / output system, first check the CMOS battery on the motherboard. It may need to be replaced.
Sometimes a full reset to the factory settings (Load Setup Defaults) or even installing an updated firmware helps. True, an ordinary user is not recommended to do this on their own. But if a new UEFI system is installed on the computer, you can install the fully corresponding updated firmware directly in Windows.
Cardinal decision
Finally, if none of the above solutions or the recovery tips found by the user on the same Internet helped, it is best not to experiment, but reinstall the operating system using the official distribution kit downloaded from the Microsoft website or from the technical support resource. If you need activation, you can use utilities like KMSAuto Net, although this is considered an illegal action.