If you're after a quick way on how to fix blue screen of death error codes, then you are probably disappointed with the information out there. Usually the fault lies with an application incompatibility such as an invalid device driver, but unless you know the exact cause, it's often a shot in the dark. The main problem faced is in actually finding what the cause is.

The blue screen message itself is notoriously difficult to write down in time before the system auto-restarts. Unless you've got a photographic memory or lightning quick handwriting then you're going to have to write it down bit by bit. Fortunately there is a way to get around this by stopping the auto-reboot function. If you go into; My Computer, select Properties, then Advanced System Settings, you can edit the settings for 'Startup and Recovery' in the 'System Properties' advanced menu.

Disabling the auto-restart function will give you the time you need to jot down the error code. The error code that you written down may not like much, but it should put you on the right path to fixing your PC. Unfortunately, the stop code will not give you exact instructions on how to fix the BSOD. What's more, each stop message might represent a number of different problems.

For instance, faulty RAM or badly installed hardware could cause a Win32k.sys Blue Screen. Likewise, an Atapi.sys Blue Screen could be triggered by a malware infection of the file or conflicting virtual drive program installation. Seeing that error codes don't always provide specifics, it might take time to find a fix.

The list of different blue screen fixes is extensive, so trying to figure out a solution yourself intimidating without the help of a professional. Finding a trained PC technician to take a look at your computer is a good idea, but it can cost an arm and a leg to get it fixed. You could also try finding a solution by entering the stop code into a search engine and see if it returns any results.

In most instances, blue screen crashes can be fixed without taking it to a PC repair shop. Don't attempt to take your computer apart or edit System files unless you know what you're doing and have at least done the basics. There are diagnostic applications that allow you to check your hard drive for errors. Furthermore ensure that hardware and peripherals are secured in place.

The registry and system files are prone to attacks and invalid entries. Run antivirus software to check for a possible virus or rootkit. Sometimes installing a new service pack or update can trigger the blue screen, so try uninstalling it. Malware can reveal itself after an update has been installed. Poorly installed programs can cause invalid or duplicate registry entries that cause BSOD.

A messy and congested registry is often the source of your computers imminent demise. DLL, Runtime, IExplore and System32 errors are just a handful of possible errors one might experience. Removing unwanted and temporary files as well as defragging your PC regularly will help to avoid problems. Furthemore, running a diagnostics and cleaning tool regularly can help remove or repair faulty files. Give the above methods a try to repair blue screen errors.