Quick fixes to prevent your Windows PC from crashing

Are you dealing with a Windows PC or laptop that keeps crashing? Maybe your computer keeps crashing or displaying error messages.

We know how frustrating it can be to have a computer that isn’t working properly. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to fix a Windows PC that crashes frequently.

Today, we’ll review nine simple fixes you can do at home if your Windows PC crashes frequently. Let’s get started.

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1. Check all cable connections

While it may sound obvious, the first step in troubleshooting a computer that crashes frequently is to make sure all devices are plugged in securely. Need to look at the back of the computer and make sure everything is plugged in.

If you feel comfortable opening your desktop, you can also go inside the case and make sure all PCI connections are plugged in securely. in this way.

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2. Make sure your computer is not overheating

Computer overheating is a common cause of intermittent shutdowns and crashes. If your CPU (Central Processing Unit) (essentially the brains of your computer) or graphics card get too hot, your computer may shut down to ensure the components don’t get damaged. If you notice that your laptop or desktop is giving off a lot of heat, or in the case of laptops, is hot to the touch, or you notice that the fan is running louder than usual, these are signs of overheating.

If your computer is overheating, the first step is to clean it thoroughly. I recommend using compressed air to blow the dust off the internal fan and placing the computer in an area that will receive proper airflow. If you have a desktop computer, try not to place it under the table. Placing your computer under a desk can cause problems with dust accumulation and insufficient airflow. It’s best to place your desk in a location in your home or office where it receives proper airflow.

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3. Boot your computer into safe mode

If the cables are plugged in correctly and the computer is not overheating, you can boot your Windows PC into Safe Mode. After booting into Safe Mode, you can run your PC with the necessary files and drivers open to make your PC work. This way, you can determine if new software or hardware is conflicting with your computer, causing it to crash. In Safe Mode, you can access the Windows error log and run other diagnostic programs to find out why your computer crashed.

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How to boot into Safe Mode (Windows 10)

There are several ways to boot into Windows Safe Mode, depending on whether you are using Windows 10 or 11.

• according to Windows key
• Click settings

Click system

• Scroll down and click recover
• Click Advanced Startup – Restart now

• After your computer restarts, you will click troubleshooting
• Click Advanced options
• Click Startup settings
• Click Restart again

Your PC will restart again and this time, your PC will boot into Safe Mode.

How to boot into Safe Mode (Windows 11)

If you have a Windows 11 computer instead of a Windows 10 computer, the process will be slightly different. If you are using a Windows 11 computer, do the following:

• according to Windows key or Click At start button
• when holding shift key, Click the power icon in the lower left corner
• While continuing to hold shift keyaccording to Restart

After the computer restarts, it will automatically boot into Safe Mode.

4. Check Windows logs for errors

Now that you are in safe mode, you should check the Windows logs. You can access the Windows error log in the following ways Event Viewer. Here’s how to access the Windows Event Viewer:

• according to window icon in the start bar
• search Event Viewer

• Open Event Viewer app
• In the left panel, double-click Windows records
• Click on any application or systemapplication You will be shown Windows logs and errors related to the applicationsystem You will be shown Windows logs and errors related to your operating system
• application You will be shown Windows logs and errors related to the application
• system You will be shown Windows logs and errors related to your operating system

• In applications and systems, read through and write down error code Look for any errors that occurred the last time your computer crashed.
• You can access error codes via double click Any errors in the log.
• run a Google search for any error codes that occur.

5. Perform operating system updates

Outdated versions of Windows can cause conflicts with your software or even hardware components in your PC. This is a major cause of PC crashes, so you need to make sure your Windows operating system is completely up to date. Here’s how to perform a system update on Windows:

• Click window icon in task column
• Click gear (Settings) icon in the start menu
• Click Windows Update
• according to Check for updates button

• Download and install any new updates available for your PC

6. Perform an anti-virus scan

Even if you don’t have any antivirus software, you should at least use the built-in Windows Defender to perform a scan. Here’s how to access Windows Defender and perform antivirus scans:

• Click window icon in task column
• Click Gear (Settings) Icons in the start menu
• Click Privacy and security

• At the top, click Windows Security
• Click Virus and threat protection
• Click Scan options button below Quick scan

• choose Full disc scan
• Quarantine any threats detected during virus scans.

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7. Check the hard drive for errors

You can use the Windows command prompt to check your hard drive for errors. If something goes wrong with your hard drive, you may need to perform a system restore, which we’ll discuss later. Currently, here’s how to check for hard drive errors using command prompt characters:

• Click window icon in task column
• type command management system and open command prompt

• Right-click the command prompt box and click Execute as administrator
• Type sfc/scannow and press Enter

The command prompt will now check your hard drive for corrupt files and replace them. This may take some time. After the process is complete, if you get the error that it cannot be automatically replaced, you will need to replace the hard drive and reinstall Windows.

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8. Check if there is any problem with RAM

PC RAM issues can also cause Windows PC to crash randomly. Usually, if you have a problem with your RAM, you will need to replace the RAM module on your motherboard. This can be done quickly at home if you have the technical know-how, but you can also go to any computer store to replace the RAM for a small fee. Here’s how to check if there’s a problem with RAM on your Windows PC:

• At the same time, press Windows key + R on your keyboard
• This will execute running Applications in Windows
• Type Mdsched.exe and press Enter; this will launch Windows memory diagnostics repair tools

• Click Reboot now and check for memory issues

Your computer will now run a memory check, and if you are experiencing problems, be aware that you may need to replace the RAM.

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9. Perform a system restore

If your computer just starts crashing, you may be able to resolve the problem by performing a system restore. System Restore restores your Windows operating system to a specific date and time of your choice. This way you can restore the operating system to a point before the crash started and troubleshoot from there. It’s important to note that when you perform a system restore, your computer will be restored to the date and time you selected. This means you will lose any recent files or settings, so this should be the last solution in the troubleshooting process.

How to perform a system restore

• Click the Windows icon in the taskbar
• type system recovery
• Click Create a restore point

• once System Restore Wizard Open and you will see a notification telling you what System Restore will do, click Next
• Select a time and date for system restore and click Next
• Click Finish

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Having a Windows PC that keeps crashing can be a headache. Fortunately, there’s a lot of information out there on how to troubleshoot a computer that keeps crashing. I’ve covered nine of the most common tips for fixing a crashed Windows PC, but there are other reset options, many of which require a higher degree of technical proficiency than what we experience today.

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