Windows XP Stop Messages
Windows XP Stop Messages
Stop Messages
When Windows XP detects a problem from which it cannot recover, it
displays Stop messages. These are text-mode error messages that
report information about the condition.
Stop messages, sometimes referred to as blue screens (BSoD), contain
specific information that can help you diagnose and possibly resolve
the problem detected by the Windows kernel.
This list describes these messages and helps you understand and
interpret them.
This list is NOT exhaustive or meant to resolve EVERY error.
This list of messages is a guide to individual messages and their possible
causes and resolutions... Having a basic understanding of these error messages
enables you to communicate with your technical support professional more
effectively too.
With all these Stop messages, you can pretty much assume someone else has
encountered the problem before you. That is why tying in the error message into
www.google.com , posting a notice for help
on a relevant newsgroup and entering the stop code into the "Microsoft Knowledge
Base" can yield help just when you need it!
Here is the (long) list:
Stop 0x0000000A or
IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
The Stop 0xA message indicates that a kernel-mode process or driver attempted to
access a memory location to which it did not have permission, or at a kernel
interrupt request level (IRQL) that was too high. A kernel-mode process can
access only other processes that have an IRQL lower than, or equal to, its own.
This Stop message is typically due to faulty or incompatible hardware or
software.
Possible Resolutions:
# A Stop 0xA message might occur after installing a faulty
device driver, system service, or firmware. If a Stop message lists a driver by
name, disable, remove, or roll back the driver to correct the problem. If
disabling or removing drivers resolves the issues, contact the manufacturer
about a possible update. Using updated software is especially important for
multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, and CD mastering tools.
# A Stop 0xA message might also be due to failing or defective
hardware. If a Stop message points to a category of devices (video or disk
adapters, for example), try removing or replacing the hardware to determine if
it is causing the problem.
# If you encounter a Stop 0xA message while upgrading to
Windows XPl, the problem might be due to an incompatible driver, system service,
virus scanner, or backup. To avoid problems while upgrading, simplify your
hardware configuration and remove all third-party device drivers and system
services (including virus scanners) prior to running setup. After you have
successfully installed Windows XP, contact the hardware manufacturer to obtain
compatible updates.
Microsoft KB articles:
Troubleshooting a Stop 0x0000000A Error in Windows XP
STOP 0x0000000A Error Message When You Change from AC Power to DC Power
STOP 0x0000000A Error Message When You Fast Switch Between Users
STOP 0x0000000A Irql_Not_Less_or... During Windows XP Upgrade
STOP 0x0000000A Windows XP restarts when you try to shut down your computer
STOP 0x0000000A Computer automatically restarts after upgrade to XP
Stop 0x0000001E or KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED
The Stop 0x1E message indicates that the Windows XP kernel detected an illegal
or unknown processor instruction. The problems that cause Stop 0x1E messages
share similarities with those that generate Stop 0xA errors in that they can be
due to invalid memory and access violations. This default Windows XP error
handler typically intercepts these problems if error-handling routines are not
present in the code itself.
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0x1E messages typically occur after installing faulty
drivers or system services, or they can indicate hardware problems, such as
memory and IRQ conflicts. If a Stop message lists a driver by name, disable,
remove, or roll it back to correct the problem. If disabling or removing
applications and drivers resolves the issue, contact the hardware manufacturer
about a possible update. Using updated software is especially important for
multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, and CD mastering tools.
# If the Stop message mentions the file Win32k.sys, the source
of the error might be a third-party "remote control" program. If such software
is installed, you might be able to disable it by starting the system in safe
mode. If not, use Recovery Console to manually delete the system service file
that is causing the problem.
# Problems can result from system firmware incompatibilities.
Many Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) issues can be resolved by
updating to the latest firmware.
# Other possible causes include insufficient disk space while
installing applications or performing certain functions that require more
memory. You can free up space by deleting unneeded files. Use Disk Cleanup to
increase available disk space. From Recovery Console, remove temporary files
(those with .tmp file extensions), Internet cache files, application backup
files, and .tmp files generated by Chkdsk.exe or Autochk.exe. You can also
choose to install additional applications to another hard disk with more free
space or move data files, paging files, and so on.
# The problem might be due to a memory leak caused by an
application or service that is not releasing memory correctly. Poolmon (Poolmon.exe)
helps you to isolate the components that are causing kernel memory leaks. For
more information about troubleshooting memory leaks, see Microsoft Knowledgebase
articles Q177415, "How to Use Poolmon to Troubleshoot Kernel Mode Memory Leaks,"
and Q298102, "Finding Pool Tags Used by Third Party Files Without Using the
Debugger."
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP 0x0000001E Error Message During Windows Setup
STOP 0x0000001E KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED Error Message from Aspi32.sys
Stop 0x00000024 or NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM
The Stop 0x24 message indicates that a problem occurred within Ntfs.sys, the
driver file that allows the system to read and write to NTFS file system drives.
A similar Stop message, 0x23, exists for the file allocation table (FAT16 or
FAT32) file systems.
Possible Resolutions:
# Malfunctioning SCSI and Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA)
hardware or drivers can also adversely affect the system's ability to read and
write to disk, causing errors. If using SCSI hard disks, check for cabling and
termination problems between the SCSI controller and the disks. Periodically
check Event Viewer for error messages related to SCSI or FASTFAT in the System
log or Autochk in the Application log.
# Verify that the tools you use to continually
monitor your system, such as virus scanners, backup programs, or
disk defragmenters are compatible with Windows XP. Some disks and
adapters come packaged with diagnostic software that you can use to
run hardware tests.
To test hard disk or volume integrity
Method 1:
1. In the Run dialog box, in the Open box type:
cmd
2. Start the Chkdsk tool, which detects and attempts to resolve file
system structural corruption. At the command prompt type:
chkdsk drive: /f
Method 2:
1. Double-click My Computer, and then select the hard disk you want
to check.
2. On the File menu, click Properties.
3. Click the Tools tab.
4. In the Error-checking box, click Check Now.
5. In Check disk options, select the Scan for and attempt recovery
of bad sectors check box. You can also select the Automatically fix
file system errors check box.
If the volume you are checking is in use, a message asks whether you
want to delay disk error checking until the next time you restart
your computer. After you restart, disk error checking runs and the
volume chosen is not available to run other tasks during this
process. If you cannot restart the computer due to the error, use
safe mode or Recovery Console.
If you are not using the NTFS file system, and the system partition
is formatted with the file allocation table (FAT16 or FAT32) file
system, long file name (LFN) information can be lost if hard disk
tools are started from an MS-DOS command prompt. A command prompt
appears when using a startup floppy disk or when using the command
prompt startup option on multiple boot systems that use FAT16 or
FAT32 partitions with Microsoft Windows 95 OEM Service Release 2 (OSR2),
Microsoft Windows 98, or Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me)
installed. Do not use tools meant for other operating systems on
Windows XP partitions!
# Nonpaged pool memory might be depleted, which can
cause the system to stop. You can resolve this situation by adding
more RAM, which increases the quantity of nonpaged pool memory
available to the kernel.
Microsoft KB articles:
Troubleshooting Stop 0x24 or NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM Error Messages
STOP 0x23 (or STOP 0x24) When restarting PC after installing
PC-Magic Encrypted Magic Folders
Stop 0x0000002E or DATA_BUS_ERROR
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0x2E is typically due to defective, malfunctioning, or failed memory hardware, such as memory modules, Level 2 (L2) SRAM cache, or video adapter RAM. If you added new hardware recently, remove and replace it to determine if it is causing or contributing to the problem. Run diagnostics software supplied by the system manufacturer to determine if the component has failed.
# Stop 0x2E messages can also occur after installing faulty drivers or system services. If a file name is given, you need to disable, remove, or roll back that driver. Disable the service or application and confirm that this resolves the error. If so, contact the hardware manufacturer about a possible update. Using updated software is especially important for backup programs, multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, and CD mastering tools.
# Hard disk corruption can also cause this Stop message.
# The problem might also be due to cracks, scratched traces, or defective components on the motherboard. If all else fails, take the system motherboard to a repair facility for diagnostic testing.
Stop 0x0000003F or NO_MORE_SYSTEM_PTES
The Stop 0x3F message indicates one or more of the following problems:
# The system Page Table Entries (PTEs) are depleted or fragmented due to the system performing a large number of input/output (I/O) actions.
# A faulty device driver is not managing memory properly.
# An application, such as a backup program, is
improperly allocating large amounts of kernel memory.
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0x3F messages can occur after installing
faulty drivers or system services. If a file name is given, you need
to disable, remove, or roll back that driver. Disable the service or
application and confirm that this resolves the error. If so, contact
the hardware manufacturer about a possible update. Using updated
software is especially important for backup programs, multimedia
applications, antivirus scanners, and CD mastering tools.
# The system might not actually be out of PTEs, but a contiguous memory block of sufficient size is not available to satisfy a driver or application request. Check for the availability of updated driver or application files and consult the hardware or program documentation for minimum system requirements.
# Another cause is excessive demands for system PTE by applications. This
situation is more common in server environments (like in web hosting servers). Windows
XP Professional provides a registry entry, SystemPages, that you can use to
increase the number of PTEs allocated.
Caution:
Do not edit the registry unless you have no alternative. The
registry editor bypasses standard safeguards, allowing settings that
can damage your system, or even require you to reinstall Windows. If
you must edit the registry, back it up first...
To increase the number of PTEs allocated in the registry
1. In the Run dialog box, and in the Open box, type: regedit
2. In the registry editor, navigate to the subkey HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Memory Management.
3. Double-click on PagedPoolSize and SystemPages to view the value for each entry.
4. If PagedPoolSize is not zero, assign a value of 0.
5. If SystemPages is not zero, assign a value of 40000 for systems with 128 MB (or less) of memory, or 110000 for systems with 128 MB to 256 MB of memory. For systems with more memory, do not increase the SystemPages value above 110000 without contacting Microsoft technical support.
6. Click OK, and then close the registry editor.
7. Restart your computer.
Stop 0x00000050 or
PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA
The Stop 0x50 message indicates that requested data was not in
memory. The system generates an exception error when using a
reference to an invalid system memory address. Defective memory
(including main memory, L2 RAM cache, video RAM) or incompatible
software (including remote control and antivirus software) might
cause Stop 0x50 messages.
Possible Resolutions:
# If you added new hardware recently, remove and
replace the hardware to determine if it is causing or contributing
to the problem. Run diagnostics software supplied by the hardware
manufacturer to determine if the component has failed.
# Stop 0x50 messages can also occur after
installing faulty drivers or system services. If the file name is
listed, you need to disable, remove, or roll back that driver. If
not, disable the recently installed service or application to
determine if this resolves the error. If this does not resolve the
problem, contact the hardware manufacturer for updates. Using
updated drivers and software is especially important for network
interface cards, video adapters, backup programs, multimedia
applications, antivirus scanners, and CD mastering tools. If an
updated driver is not available, attempt to use a driver from a
similar device in the same family. For example, if printing to a
Model 1100C printer causes Stop 0x50 errors, using a printer driver
meant for a Model 1100A or Model 1000 might temporarily resolve the
problem.
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP 0x00000050 PrtSeqRd deferencing null device object
STOP 0x50 Error starting Windows after connecting a scanner
Stop 0x00000077 or
KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERROR
The Stop 0x77 message indicates that a page of kernel data requested
from the paging (virtual memory) file could not be found or read
into memory. This Stop message can also indicate disk hardware
failure, disk data corruption, or possible virus infection.
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0x77 messages can be caused by bad sectors
in the virtual memory paging file or a disk controller error. In
extremely rare cases, depleted nonpaged pool resources can cause
this error. If the first and third parameters are zero, the stack
signature in the kernel stack is missing, which is an error
typically caused by defective hardware. If the I/O status is
0xC0000185 and the paging file is on a SCSI disk, check for cabling
and termination issues. An I/O status code of 0xC000009C or
0xC000016A indicates that the requested data could not be found. You
can try to correct this by restarting the computer. If a problem
with disk integrity exists, Autochk, a program that attempts to mark
bad disk sectors as defective so that they are not used in the
future, starts automatically. If Autochk fails to run, you can
manually perform the integrity check yourself by following the
instructions to run Chkdsk provided in "Stop 0x00000024 or
NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM" earlier in this list.
# Another cause of Stop 0x77 messages is defective, malfunctioning, or failed memory hardware, such as memory modules, Level 2 (L2) SRAM cache, or video adapter RAM. If you added new hardware recently, remove and replace it to determine if it is causing or contributing to the problem. Run diagnostics software supplied by the system manufacturer to determine if the component has failed.
# The problem might also be due to cracks, scratched traces, or defective components on the motherboard. If all else fails, take the system motherboard to a repair facility for diagnostic testing.
# Problems that cause Stop 0x77 messages can
also cause Stop 0x7A messages. For more information about Stop 0x7A
messages, see "Stop 0x0000007A or KERNEL_DATA_INPAGE_ERROR" later in
this list.
Microsoft KB articles:
Troubleshooting Stop 0x00000077 or KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERROR
Stop 0x00000079 or MISMATCHED_HAL
The Stop 0x79 message indicates that the hardware abstraction layer
(HAL) and the kernel type for the computer do not match. This error
most often occurs when ACPI firmware settings are changed. For
example, you might install Windows XP on an x86-based computer with
the firmware ACPI enable option enabled and later decide to disable
it. This error can also result when mismatched single and
multi-processor configuration files are copied to the system.
Possible Resolutions:
# A Stop 0x79 message occurs when the system is
using out-of-date Ntoskrnl.exe or Hal.dll files. This can occur
after manual repairs that involve copying incorrect files to the
system. This error also occurs when using mismatched files, such as
copying a multiprocessor HAL on to a system using a single-processor
kernel (or vice versa). The kernel and HAL files for
single-processor and multiprocessor systems are stored on the
Windows XP Professional operating system CD using two different file
names. For example, the single and multi-processor versions of the
kernel, named Ntoskrnl.exe and Ntkrnlmp.exe respectively. Setup
copies either Ntoskrnl.exe or Ntkrnlmp.exe to your system as
Ntoskrnl.exe. In Recovery Console, you can use the Copy command to
copy the correct HAL or kernel files from the CD to the appropriate
folder on the hard disk.
# If you experience Stop 0x79 messages after
changing firmware settings, restore the original settings used
during Windows XP Professional Setup.
Because systems that use the ACPI HAL ignore IRQ assignments stored
in firmware, you can only manually change IRQ settings for non-ACPI
(Standard PC HAL) systems. Some x86-based provide the option to
toggle ACPI functionality. To disable or re-enable ACPI, you must
change firmware settings and reinstall Windows XP. Because of the
numerous registry and system file changes required, you must run
Setup again (an upgrade installation does not work).
Stop 0x0000007A or
KERNEL_DATA_INPAGE_ERROR
The Stop 0x7A message indicates that a page of kernel data was not
found in the paging (virtual memory) file and could not be read into
memory. This might be due to incompatible disk or controller
drivers, firmware, or hardware.
Frequently, the cause of this error can be determined from the
second parameter, the I/O status code. Some common status codes are:
# 0xC000009A, or STATUS_INSUFFICIENT_RESOURCES,
indicates a lack of nonpaged pool resources
# 0xC000009C, or STATUS_DEVICE_DATA_ERROR, indicates bad blocks (sectors) on the hard disk
# 0xC000009D, or STATUS_DEVICE_NOT_CONNECTED, indicates defective or loose data or power cables, a problem with SCSI termination, or improper controller or disk configuration
# 0xC000016A, or STATUS_DISK_OPERATION_FAILED, indicates bad blocks (sectors) on the hard disk
# 0xC0000185, or STATUS_IO_DEVICE_ERROR,
indicates improper termination, defective storage controller
hardware, or defective disk cabling, or two devices attempting to
use the same resources.
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0x7A can be caused by bad sectors in the
virtual memory paging file, disk controller error, virus infection,
or memory hardware problems. In extremely rare cases, depleted
nonpaged pool resources can cause this error. If the first and third
parameters are zero, the stack signature in the kernel stack is
missing, an error typically caused by defective hardware. If the I/O
status is 0xC0000185 and the paging file is on a SCSI disk, check
for cabling and termination issues. An I/O status code of 0xC000009C
or 0xC000016A indicates that the requested data could not be found.
You can try to correct this by restarting the computer. If a problem
with disk integrity exists, Autochk, a program that attempts to mark
bad disk sectors as defective so that they are not used in the
future, starts automatically. If Autochk fails to run, you can
manually perform the integrity check yourself by following the
instructions to run Chkdsk provided in "Stop 0x00000024 or
NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM" earlier in this appendix.
# Another cause of Stop 0x7A messages is defective, malfunctioning, or failed memory hardware, such as memory modules, Level 2 (L2) SRAM cache, or video adapter RAM. If you added new hardware recently, remove and replace it to determine if it is causing or contributing to the problem. Run diagnostics software supplied by the system manufacturer to determine if the component has failed.
# Check the hardware manufacturer's Web site (hosted on
top web
hosting server) for updates to disk adapter firmware or drivers that
improve compatibility. Verify that your disks and controller support the
same set of advanced features, such as higher transfer rates. If necessary,
select a slower transfer rate if an update is not yet available. Consult
your hardware or device documentation for more information.
Important
- You can install disk controller drivers not present on the Windows
XP Professional operating system CD by responding to the following
prompt shortly after starting Setup:
- Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver.
- Press F6, and when prompted, provide the appropriate storage
controller driver (ATA or SCSI) supplied by the manufacturer.
# The problem might also be due to cracks,
scratched traces, or defective components on the motherboard. If all
else fails, take the system motherboard to a repair facility for
diagnostic testing.
# Problems that cause Stop 0x7A messages can
also cause Stop 0x77 messages. For more information about Stop 0x77
messages, see "Stop 0x00000077 or KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERROR" earlier
in this list.
Stop 0x0000007B or INACCESSIBLE_BOOT_DEVICE
The Stop 0x7B message indicates that Windows XP has lost access to the system partition or boot volume during the startup process. Installing incorrect device drivers when installing or upgrading storage adapter hardware typically causes stop 0x7B errors. Stop 0x7B errors could also indicate possible virus infection.
The second parameter is very important because it can indicate whether the 0x7B Stop message was caused by file system issues or problems with storage hardware and drivers. Values of 0xC000034 or 0xC000000E typically indicate:
# Disks or storage controllers that are failing, defective, or improperly configured.
# Storage-related drivers or programs (tape
management software, for example) that are not fully compatible with
Windows XP Professional.
Possible Resolutions:
# During I/O system initialization, the controller
or driver for the startup device (typically the hard disk) might
have failed to initialize the necessary hardware. File system
initialization might have failed because of disk or controller
failure, or because the file system did not recognize the data on
the boot device.
# Repartitioning disks, adding new disks, or upgrading to a new disk controller might cause the information in the Boot.ini file, or Boot Manager, to become outdated. If this Stop message occurs after installing new disks to your system, edit the Boot.ini file or adjust the Boot Manager parameters to allow the system to start. If the error occurs after upgrading the disk controller, verify that the new hardware is functioning and correctly configured.
# Verify that the system firmware and disk controller BIOS settings are correct and that the storage device was properly installed. If you are unsure, consult your computer's documentation about restoring default firmware settings or configuring your system to auto-detect settings. If the error occurs during Windows XP Professional setup, the problem might be due to unsupported disk controller hardware. In some cases, drivers for new hardware are not in the Windows XP Professional Driver.cab library, and you need to provide additional drivers to complete the Windows XP setup successfully. If this is the case, follow the hardware manufacturer's instructions when installing drivers. Periodically check for driver and firmware updates.
# Hard disk corruption can also cause this Stop message. For more information about checking hard disk integrity, see the instructions provided in "Stop 0x00000024 or NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM" earlier in this list.
# Problems that cause 0x7B errors might also
cause Stop 0xED errors. For more information about 0xED Stop
messages, see "Stop 0x0000007B or INACCESSIBLE_BOOT_DEVICE" later in
this list.
Microsoft KB articles:
-
Troubleshooting STOP 0x0000007B or 0x4,0,0,0 Error
-
STOP 0x0000007B Error After You Move the Windows XP System Disk to
Another Computer
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STOP 0x0000007B Error Message When You Restart Computer
-
STOP 0x0000007B Caused by Missing [SysprepMassStorage] Section on
Windows XP sysprep Images
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STOP 0x0000007B Error Occurs When You Press F6 to Load Drivers
During Unattended Windows Setup
Stop 0x0000007F or
UNEXPECTED_KERNEL_MODE_TRAP
The Stop 0x7F message indicates that one of three types of problems
occurred in kernel-mode:
# A condition that the kernel is not allowed to
have or intercept (also known as a bound trap)
# Software problems
# Hardware failures
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0x7F messages are typically due to
defective, malfunctioning, or failed memory hardware. If you added
new hardware recently, remove and replace it to determine if it is
causing or contributing to the problem. Run diagnostics software
supplied by the system manufacturer to determine if the component
has failed.
# Running the CPU beyond the rated specification, known as "overclocking," can cause Stop 0x7F or other error messages due to heat buildup. When diagnosing problems on overclocked systems, first restore all clock and bus speed settings to the manufacturer recommended values to determine if this resolves the issues.
# The problem might also be due to cracks, scratched traces, or defective components on the motherboard. If all else fails, take the system motherboard to a repair facility for diagnostic testing.
# Stop 0x7F messages can occur after installing
incompatible applications, drivers, or system services. Contact the
software manufacturer about possible Windows XP specific updates.
Using updated software is especially important for backup programs,
multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, and CD mastering tools.
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP 0x0000007F Errors - General Causes
STOP 0x0000007F Computer Turns Off During Text-Mode Setup if it is
too hot
STOP 0x0000007F During Setup on Hewlet Packard Pavilion 7840
Stop 0x0000009F or
DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE
The Stop 0x9F message indicates that a driver is in an inconsistent
or invalid power state.
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0x9F messages can occur after installing
faulty applications or drivers or system services. If a file is
listed by name and you can associate it with an application,
uninstall the application. For drivers, disable, remove, or roll
back that driver to to determine if this resolves the error. If it
does, contact the hardware manufacturer for a possible update. Using
updated software is especially important for backup programs,
multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, and CD mastering tools.
# For information about troubleshooting standby
and hibernate mode issues, see KB article Q266169, "How to
Troubleshoot Problems with Standby Mode, Hibernate Mode, and
Shutting Down Your Computer in Windows 2000."
Microsoft KB articles:
Troubleshooting a Stop 0x9F Error in Windows XP
STOP 0X0000009F Computer hangs at shutdown or "Cannot find enough
resources"
Stop 0xBE or
ATTEMPTED_WRITE_TO_READONLY_MEMORY
The Stop 0xBE message indicates that a driver attempted to write to
read-only memory.
Possible Resolutions:
# A Stop 0xBE message might occur after installing
a faulty device driver, system service, or firmware. If a Stop
message lists a driver by name, disable, remove, or roll back the
driver to correct the problem. If disabling or removing drivers
resolves the issues, contact the manufacturer about a possible
update. Using updated software is especially important for
multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, DVD playback, and CD
mastering tools.
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP 0xBE Qwestdex Dex Toolbar not totally compatible with Windows
XP
Stop 0xC2 or BAD_POOL_CALLER
The Stop 0xC2 message indicates that a kernel-mode process or driver
incorrectly attempted to perform memory operations in the following
ways:
# By allocating a memory pool size of zero bytes.
# By allocating a memory pool that does not exist.
# By attempting to free a memory pool that is
already free.
# By allocating or freeing a memory pool at an IRQL
that was too high.
This Stop message is typically due to a faulty driver or software.
Possible Resolutions:
# A Stop 0xC2 messages might occur after installing
a faulty device driver, system service, or firmware. If a Stop
message lists a driver by name, disable, remove, or roll back the
driver to correct the problem. If disabling or removing drivers
resolves the issues, contact the manufacturer about a possible
update. Using updated software is especially important for
multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, DVD playback, and CD
mastering tools.
# A Stop 0xC2 messages might also be due to failing or defective hardware. If a Stop message points to a category of devices (such as disk controllers, for example), try removing or replacing the hardware to determine if it is causing the problem.
# If you encounter a Stop 0xC2 message while
upgrading to Windows XP, the problem might be due to an incompatible
driver, system service, virus scanner, or backup. To avoid problems
while upgrading, simplify your hardware configuration and remove all
third-party device drivers and system services (including virus
scanners) prior to running setup. After you have successfully
installed Windows XP, contact the hardware manufacturer to obtain
compatible updates.
Microsoft KB articles:
How to Debug Stop 0xC2 or Stop 0x000000C2 Error Messages
STOP 0x000000c2 Computer with ATI FURY MAXX hangs after upgrade to
Windows XP
STOP 0x000000c2 After you install IomegaWare
STOP 0xC2 Bad_Pool_Caller When you upgrade from Windows 2000
Stop 0x000000CE or
DRIVER_UNLOADED_WITHOUT_CANCELLING
_PENDING_OPERATIONS
This Stop messages indicates that a driver failed to cancel pending
operations before exiting.
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0xCE messages can occur after installing
faulty drivers or system services. If a driver is listed by name,
disable, remove, or roll back that driver to confirm that this
resolves the error. If so, contact the manufacturer about a possible
update. Using updated software is especially important for backup
programs, multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, DVD playback,
and CD mastering tools.
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP 0x000000CE in Dxapi.sys Error on Blue Screen
STOP 0x000000CE When you stop SFU 2.0 NFS Client Service on
Windows-XP Based Computer
Stop 0x000000D1 or
DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
The Stop 0xD1 messages indicates that the system attempted to access
pageable memory using a kernel process IRQL that was too high.
Drivers that have used improper addresses typically cause this
error.
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0xD1 messages can occur after installing
faulty drivers or system services. If a driver is listed by name,
disable, remove, or roll back that driver to confirm that this
resolves the error. If so, contact the manufacturer about a possible
update. Using updated software is especially important for backup
programs, multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, DVD playback,
and CD mastering tools.
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP 0x000000D1 Error Message When You Turn Your Computer Off
STOP 0xD1 Error Message When You Start Windows XP
STOP 0xD1 Second Mylex AcceleRAID SCSI Controller Causes Error
Message
STOP 0x000000D1 WRQ AtGuard Program causes error message in Windows
XP
Stop 0x000000EA or
THREAD_STUCK_IN_DEVICE_DRIVER
Possible Resolutions:
# Stop 0xD1 messages can occur after installing faulty drivers (especially video drivers) or system services. If a driver is listed by name, disable, remove, or roll back that driver to confirm that this resolves the error. If so, contact the manufacturer about a possible update. Using updated software is especially important for backup programs, multimedia applications, antivirus scanners, DVD playback, and CD mastering tools.
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP 0x000000EA ErrMsg Running Video-Intensive Programs
STOP 0x000000EA THREAD_STUCK_IN_DEVICE_DRIVER
Stop 0x000000ED or UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME
The kernel mode I/O subsystem attempted to mount the boot volume and it failed. This error might also occur during an upgrade to Windows XP Professional on systems that use higher throughput ATA disks or controllers with incorrect cabling. In some cases, your system might appear to work normally after you restart.
Possible Resolutions:
# If using higher throughput ATA disks and controllers, those capable of data transfer rates above 33.3 megabytes per second, replace the standard 40-pin cable with an 80-pin cable. Using an 80-pin cable is optional for transfer rates up to and including 33.3 megabytes per second, but is mandatory for higher transfer rates. The additional grounded pins are required to avoid data loss.
# Some firmware enables you to force higher transfer rates even when you are using the incorrect cable type. Your firmware might issue a warning but allow the startup process to proceed. Restore the default firmware setting for ATA cable detection.
# Problems that cause 0xED errors might also
cause Stop 0x7B errors. For more information about 0x7B Stop
messages, see "Stop 0x0000007B or INACCESSIBLE_BOOT_DEVICE" earlier
in this appendix.
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP 0x000000ED Error Message When Volume on IDE Drive with Caching
Enabled Is Mounted
STOP 0x000000ED UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME Error Message
Stop 0xC0000221 or
STATUS_IMAGE_CHECKSUM_MISMATCH
This Stop message indicates driver, system file, or disk corruption
problems (such as a damaged paging file). Faulty memory hardware can
also cause this Stop message to appear.
Possible Resolutions:
# You can use Driver Rollback or System Restore
from safe mode, to restore a previous driver. You can also use
Windows XP Professional recovery features such as the Last Known
Good Configuration startup option, Backup, or Automated System
Recovery to restore a previous working configuration. After
restoring from backup media, you might need to reapply service packs
or hotfixes, depending on when the backups were made.
# If the Stop message names the specific file,
try replacing it manually with a fresh copy from the Windows XP
Professional operating system CD using safe mode or Recovery
Console. For systems using the FAT16 or FAT32 file system, you have
the option of using a Windows 98 or Windows Millennium Edition
Emergency Boot Disk to access the hard disk.
If the original file from the operating system CD has a file name
that ends with an underscore (_) character, you cannot use the file
until it is uncompressed. The Recovery Console's Copy command is
ideal for copying compressed files because it detects and expands
them. If you do not specify a destination file name, you must rename
the expanded file with the correct extension before using it. From
safe mode or Recovery Console, you can use the Expand command to
uncompress and copy a file to a destination location. In Recovery
Console, the expanded file is given the correct name after being
copied to the destination location. For more information about the
Copy or Expand commands, see Windows XP Help and Support Centre.
Microsoft KB articles:
STOP C0000221 Unknown Hard Error
STOP 0xc000026C or Stop 0xc0000221 Unable to Load Device Driver
Error Occurs When You Start Windows XP
I hope this article on XP Stop Messages was useful?
Enjoy!
Kind Regards
Marc Liron - Microsoft MVP (2004-2010)

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