{"id":6654,"date":"2025-06-05T13:54:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T08:24:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/?p=6654"},"modified":"2026-01-02T12:56:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T07:26:10","slug":"how-to-fix-your-pc-ran-into-a-problem-and-needs-to-restart-issue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-your-pc-ran-into-a-problem-and-needs-to-restart-issue\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix \u201cYour PC Ran Into a Problem and Needs to Restart\u201d Error? [2026]"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fortunate are those who have never encountered the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)<\/strong>. For those of us who have, BSOD errors can indeed seem daunting because there is very little info to diagnose, and you’re simply not able to go past the error screen in most cases.<\/p>\n

Surprisingly, the following BSOD error message is very common\u2014and in many cases, quite easy to resolve.<\/p>\n

\"PC<\/p>\n

You might see other variations of this error message (depending on your Windows version). The most common variant is: \u201cYour PC ran into a problem and needs to restart as soon as we\u2019re finished collecting some error info.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

This message and its variants (such as, \u201cYour system ran into a problem\u201d<\/strong> or \u201cWindows ran into a problem and needs to restart\u201d)<\/strong>\u2014all belong to the same Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)<\/strong> family of errors.<\/p>\n

Types of BSOD Errors (STOP Codes)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Most BSOD screens show a STOP code <\/strong>(also called bug checks<\/strong> or kernel errors<\/strong>): a short hex value Windows uses to pinpoint the crash. Here are the ones users see most often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
STOP Code<\/strong><\/th>Name of the Code<\/strong><\/th>Typical Hint<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
0x00000050<\/td>PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA<\/td>Faulty RAM \/ corrupted NTFS volume<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0x0000000A<\/td>IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL<\/td>Faulty driver \/ hardware issues<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0x000000EF<\/td>CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED<\/td>System file corruption<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0x0000007B<\/td>INACCESSIBLE_BOOT_DEVICE<\/td>Boot drive error \/ incorrect BIOS settings<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0x00000124<\/td>WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR<\/td>Hardware failure<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0x0000003B<\/td>SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION<\/td>Driver or software conflicts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

Note:<\/strong> For most users, the table above or the comprehensive list of STOP codes on Microsoft\u2019s website<\/a> <\/strong>is not very helpful. They don\u2019t tell you much about how to resolve the \u201cPC ran into a problem and needs to restart<\/strong>\u201d error. That\u2019s where the troubleshooting steps outlined in this guide come in handy.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

List of Fixes for \u201cYour PC Ran Into a Problem and Needs to Restart\u201d Error<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
#<\/strong><\/th>Fix<\/strong><\/th>What it does<\/strong><\/th>Time<\/strong><\/th>Difficulty<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1<\/td>Enter Safe Mode<\/strong><\/td>Loads core drivers only so that you can try out further troubleshooting<\/td>2 min<\/td>\u2605<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>Roll back \/ update drivers<\/strong><\/td>Removes buggy code<\/td>5 min<\/td>\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>Uninstall recent updates<\/strong><\/td>Reverts bad patches<\/td>5 min<\/td>\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>DISM + SFC repair<\/strong><\/td>Rebuilds system files<\/td>10 min<\/td>\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>Windows Memory Diagnostic<\/strong><\/td>Tests RAM for faults<\/td>15 min<\/td>\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>System Restore<\/strong><\/td>Returns to last good state<\/td>10 min<\/td>\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>Bootable USB repair \/ data rescue<\/strong><\/td>Fix boot files or copy data<\/td>15 min<\/td>\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

To make troubleshooting simpler, we have grouped the root causes of \u201cyour PC ran into a problem and needs to restart\u201d error into two main buckets: Software and Hardware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t
Bucket<\/strong><\/th>Typical Triggers<\/strong><\/th>Examples<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Software<\/strong><\/td>\u2022 Corrupted system files
\n\u2022 Faulty or incompatible device drivers
\n\u2022 Failed or incomplete Windows updates
\n\u2022 Conflicting third-party software
\n\u2022 Malware or ransomware infections
\n\u2022 Incorrect BIOS\/UEFI configuration<\/td>		A new graphics driver pushes the kernel into an IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL<\/strong> panic. A botched update makes your OS display the \u201cyour PC ran into a problem and needs to restart\u201d<\/strong> error on loop when you startup your laptop.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hardware<\/strong><\/td>\u2022 Failing hard disk drive (HDD) or SSD
\n\u2022 Defective RAM (memory modules)
\n\u2022 Overheating or thermal throttling
\n\u2022 Power supply instability or surges
\n\u2022 Loose or damaged cables and ports
\n\u2022 Physical damage to motherboard\/connectors<\/td>		An aging NVMe drive throws INACCESSIBLE_BOOT_DEVICE<\/strong> immediately after POST.
\nBad RAM causes PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA<\/strong> mid-game.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

Understanding which bucket you\u2019re in saves hours of guesswork and tells you whether a quick Safe-Mode driver rollback will do, or whether you should back up files and test the hardware first.<\/p>\n

Fixing \u201cYour PC Ran Into a Problem\u201d Error<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Step 1: Carry Out Windows Repairs in Safe Mode<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When you run into the \u201cPC Needs to Restart\u201d error, we recommend you first try the fixes most likely to work when the crash is triggered by software installation errors, wrong driver updates, corrupted system files, or a half-finished Windows Update.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll first put the system into Safe Mode and then run a series of repairs.<\/p>\n

A. How to Boot Into Safe Mode on a Non-Booting Laptop (Windows 11\/10)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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  1. Start your laptop by pressing the power button.<\/li>\n
  2. As soon as you see the Windows logo or spinning dots, press and hold the power button for 5\u201310 seconds to force a shutdown.<\/li>\n
  3. Repeat this process 2\u20133 times.<\/li>\n
  4. After the third forced shutdown, Windows will automatically enter Recovery Mode on the next boot.<\/li>\n
  5. On the blue Choose an option<\/strong> screen, pick Troubleshoot <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Advanced options <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Startup Settings <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Restart<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \"Windows<\/p>\n

    \"Advanced<\/p>\n

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    1. When Startup Settings appears, tap 4 \/ F4 <\/strong>to enable Safe Mode.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      \"Windows-startup-setting\"<\/p>\n

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      1. Sign in; Windows loads with only essential drivers so you can bypass the BSOD error loop and start repairing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Safe Mode in Windows 10\/11 is a stripped-down Windows session that loads only core drivers. Once you are here, perform these quick repairs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

        B. Roll Back or Update Drivers<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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        1. Press Win + X <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Device Manager<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          \"Device<\/p>\n

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          1. Expand the problem device. Double-click <\/strong>the device icon \u25ba<\/strong> Driver tab <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Roll Back Driver<\/strong> (or Update driver<\/strong>).<\/li>\n
          2. If the BSOD reappears, boot into Safe Mode again and move to the next solution.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            C. Uninstall Recent Windows Updates<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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            1. Settings <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Windows Update <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Update history <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Uninstall updates<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              \"Choose-Uninstall-updates-in-Update-History\"<\/p>\n

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              1. Select the latest Quality<\/strong> or Feature<\/strong> update \u25ba Uninstall<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
              2. If the BSOD reappears, boot into Safe Mode again and move to the next solution.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                D. Repair System Files (SFC + DISM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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                1. Open Command Prompt (Admin)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                2. Type DISM \/Online \/Cleanup-Image \/RestoreHealth \u25ba Hit Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                3. After \u201coperation completed,\u201d type sfc \/scannow \u25ba Hit Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                4. Restart and check if the \u201cPC<\/strong> ran into a problem and needs to restart<\/strong>\u201d error still appears.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  E. Check RAM with Windows Memory Diagnostic<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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                  1. Press Win + R<\/strong>, type mdsched, and hit Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                  2. Choose Restart now and check for problems<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                  3. After the test, open Event Viewer <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Windows Logs <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> System<\/strong> and review MemoryDiagnostics-Results<\/strong>. Bad RAM often triggers PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA<\/strong> and similar STOP codes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    Once these repairs are performed, reboot normally.<\/p>\n

                    If the BSOD returns when you reboot normally, your Windows install is probably damaged beyond easy repair, or key boot files are missing. Move on to the next solution.<\/p>\n

                    Step 2: Use a Bootable Media to Attempt Repair\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                    Use this method if you\u2019ve already tried Safe Mode repairs but Windows still won\u2019t boot. It\u2019s especially useful when your system shows signs of file corruption or broken boot records\u2014such as missing operating system errors or repeated BSOD loops.<\/p>\n

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                    1. Create media on a working PC using\u00a0Microsoft\u2019s Media Creation Tool<\/a> <\/strong>or the built-in Create a recovery drive wizard.<\/li>\n
                    2. Boot from USB\/DVD, choose Repair your computer <\/strong>\u25ba<\/strong> Startup Repair<\/strong> to automatically fix common boot issues, or use Command Prompt<\/strong> for manual commands like bootrec \/fixmbr, bootrec \/scanos, and chkdsk \/r.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      If these tools fail and you need to reinstall Windows<\/strong>, you\u2019ll have to back up your data first<\/strong>. In that case, move to the next method.<\/p>\n

                      Step 3: Restore Windows to a Working Snapshot<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                      Use this if you believe you may have installed a software (other than a driver or Windows update) that caused the instability\u2014and if you have a system restore point from the recent past.<\/p>\n

                      Here\u2019s a clear, step-by-step guide on how to use System Restore via the Windows Recovery Environment when your laptop is not booting. Use steps 1 to 4 described in Step 1 – A<\/a><\/strong> to enter the Windows Recovery Environment.<\/p>\n

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                      1. Enter the Windows Recovery Environment.<\/li>\n
                      2. On the Choose an option<\/strong> screen, click Troubleshoot <\/strong>\u2192<\/strong> Advanced options <\/strong>\u2192<\/strong> System Restore<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        \"Performing-a-System-Restore-Stellar\"<\/p>\n

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                        1. The System Restore wizard<\/strong> will open.\n