The “blue screen of death", or as BSOD experts call it, is a protective reaction of a computer that pauses system work before potential failures or damage. In certain situations, BlueScreen (error) appears due to driver issues. In such cases, just restarting the computer helps a lot. But often there are situations when it is already impossible to solve the problem without additional actions and special programs. One of such popular applications is considered BlueScreen Viewer, which will be discussed later.
It should be understood that the “blue screen” is not as scary as they say, but very unpleasant when it appears. To remove it, you must have certain knowledge of computer technology and, of course, know the reasons for its appearance.
The name of the event (problem) is BlueScreen. Causes of occurrence
The reasons for the appearance of such a problem on a computer are very different: from a virus and a drop in electricity to the deletion of operating system files and improper software installation. In most cases, you can cope with this problem without leaving your home. But for this it is necessary to determine at least approximately the reasons that led to the “blue screen”. These reasons can be briefly described as follows:
- severe overheating of the motherboard or video card;
- driver damage;
- attempt to overclock the video card;
- violation in RAM;
- lack of power in the power supply;
- damage to the device itself.
Most of the causes of the “blue screen” lie in the video card of the computer. For example, a common problem like BlueScreen (code 1049) means a malfunction of the video card.
Diagnose a problem
The most common cause of a blue screen problem is the recent steps to replace or install new hardware on a computer. This means that either there are no drivers for new components, or they are “crookedly” installed.
Sometimes the BlueScreen event occurs due to the fact that the internal parts of the computer are poorly connected in place with the motherboard or with other nodes. In order to check all the details, you should open the system unit and examine the cables, RAM and video card for proper connection. This test is harder to do on a laptop. The only thing you can do is open the back cover of the laptop and check the connections between the hard drive and the RAM.
Due to severe overheating of the video card and the central processor, system failures can often also occur. To find out if the processor and video card are overheating, you can look at the BIOS menu, where the internal temperature of the computer is indicated , or use a special program that measures the temperature of internal components and nodes.
The next reason the BlueScreen problem event name is displayed on the screen is because the RAM strip is broken. The RAM can be tested by the Memtest program, which will scan the memory for several minutes and show whether the system really crashes due to the RAM.
Also, the BlueScreen problem may occur due to malfunctioning of the hard disk. To check this option, you can use special programs to fix errors and crashes in your hard drive or the chkdsk system function, which can be found in Windows, in the Tools tab. When it starts, the computer will begin checking for errors.
And the last common option is to scan your computer for viruses. Common antivirus programs, such as Avast, Doctor Web, Norton, Kaspersky, and others, are suitable for this.
If BlueScreen (1049) still appears, error, how to fix?
It happens that crashes in the system, leading to the effect of the “blue screen”, are caused by more serious problems than the above reasons. Therefore, remedies for this error should be applied more radical.
If all of the above methods of system recovery did not help, and the “death screen” constantly appears on the monitor during startup or during computer operation, then the most effective way to restore everything to working condition is to return the PC to its basic configurations and parameters, that is, reinstall the system. Programmers often joke that this is the only effective way from all system problems of a computer, including BlueScreen (1049). Indeed, this method can solve almost all computer problems associated with system failures, violations, or virus infections. However, this option has a serious drawback - this is the loss of all stored information on the hard disk during the reinstallation of Windows. Therefore, this is the most extreme way to restore your computer.
There is another way to eradicate BSOD, which may allow the user not to resort to radical methods, such as reinstalling the operating system, - special recovery programs.
Utility Use
First of all, I would like to name such a program as BlueScreen Viewer, which deserves the first place among computer users when it is necessary to clean a PC or fix system errors. This program can be downloaded in Russian for free and installed on your device. It has a number of advantages and advantages compared to other similar programs:
- scans minidump files created during a system crash that resulted in a blue screen;
- provides detailed information in a tabulated table;
- shows the date / time the problem occurred;
- shows an error code;
- displays minidump file names on the monitor;
- Provides information about modules and drivers that could cause a system crash.
Viewer BlueScreen App Benefits
In addition, the program has the following advantages:
- it is free;
- does not require that it be installed on a PC;
- there is a crack in the file folder;
- Lightweight and easy to use.
The principle of the program
When a system failure occurs, the program searches for files and drivers that could cause a similar violation in the computer. If these are found, she creates a report in the form of a table with a description of the driver and its location.
The program can also find the real cause of the system crash and display a full description of this problem with the date it occurred.
In addition to the above program, BlueScreen (error) can be diagnosed by applications such as WhoCrashed and WhatIsHang. These are free programs that detect faulty drivers that cause the operating system to crash.
Computer Blue Screen - Request for Help
Many people regard this issue as the "death" of the PC, while in reality, the "death screen" is a cry for help to the user. When a person has something that hurts, he can complain to his relatives or doctor about this pain, talk about symptoms and so on. And what about a smart but still silent device when a serious problem occurs in its “body”, which we call BlueScreen (error)? All he can do is to display on us a “blue screen” on which the “complaints” of the computer will be written in white letters and symbols to the user with a brief description of the problem, containing only a few digits.
These “complaints” are known as BlueScreen codes. A description of these codes can be easily found. Each code is specifically responsible for a particular error and the cause of a violation in the system. If you do not understand the language for describing the code, then it is better to turn to some well-known forum of programmers, where specialists can explain the system error and advise how to remove it.
If you have already tried everything, and the “blue screen” still appears, then you should contact the service center for the repair of personal computers and laptops.
Features and nuances of self-recovery system
Below are some suggestions for resolving your BSOD:
- If the video driver was recently updated, then you should try to “roll back” it or restore the system to an earlier date. To do this, in the system options of the computer, you need to set the function of automatically fixing the recovery point when installing new software.
- BlueScreen (error) may appear due to an attempt to overclock the processor, video card or RAM - these processes must be stopped.
- If this problem occurs during games, you need to lower the screen resolution, and set the graphics to minimum.
- You must update the Direct file.
Expert Advice
There are different methods of solving the problem with the "screen of death." Professionals recommend using them in turn, not in a hurry to take drastic measures, such as reinstalling the system, returning Windows to its basic settings, or sending the computer for repair at service centers.
Here is another option to restore the OS.
If the "blue screen" does not allow the system to boot, then you should go to safe PC mode. To do this, press F8 during the boot time of the computer. After that, the boot menu appears on the black screen , in which you can select the mode we need. The difference between safe mode and other downloads is that it loads without using network drivers.
In this mode, you can check your computer for viruses, because of them, too, the event name is often displayed - BlueScreen. To do this, use anti-virus programs with an updated version of the database.
Also in safe mode, you can try to restore the system without reinstalling it. In this case, insert the Windows disk, select the "Restore system" function, and click "OK." Thanks to this choice, old system files are erased, and new ones are installed without losing personal information.
In the same mode, you can “roll back” drivers. Incorrectly installed drivers can affect a system crash.
Programmer Secrets
There is another secret that reveals the reason for the appearance of BSOD - the lack of free space on your hard drive. Many do not know about this, but if less than 15% of free space is left on the hard drive, this also often causes this problem. It is necessary to clean the "hard drive" from old and unnecessary files using special programs or a function of the system itself.
On some motherboards there is a special button located near the processor, which, when pressed, resets all late installations and system updates. Therefore, as one of the options, you should open the computer unit and see if there is this button. If there is, then it is worth using it, holding for 15 seconds, which will return the system to its original state.
Summary
Do not immediately grab his head due to the fact that the inscription BlueScreen (1049) appeared, an error. How to fix the problem of the “blue screen” at home, while having basic knowledge of computer use, can be seen from the above information. And it’s too early to run to the nearest PC repair center, you need to try to recover the “fallen” system yourself, which will save you considerable money and give you confidence in your abilities and capabilities. And only if all the methods have failed, you can take the computer to repair.