What Is the WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR?
WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR – An error that normally indicates a hardware problem, which may be in the form of defective hardware or malfunctioning system drivers. The major common causes include:
- Hardware failure or faulty/damaged hardware
- Drivers that are out-of-date or poorly configured
- Problems of overheating or voltage issues
- Corrupted operating system files in Windows or missing registry entries
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‘System Thread Exception Not Handled’ Error
Solving the WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR on Windows 10/11
This error can be due to numerous reasons. Therefore, the solution depends largely on the reason. First probable step could be running some PC repair tool like Outbyte PC Repair that takes care of making your system optimal by removing junk files, repairing corrupt registries among other performance issues.
1. Run CHKDSK
First of all, check your hard drives for errors by using the Windows built-in CHKDSK utility before doing any hardware-related changes. This will, in case something on the disk is wrong, retry the problem with WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR.
- Run Command Prompt as administrator.
- In the Command Prompt window, type in
chkdsk /rand then press Enter. - The tool will scan your disks, finding and fixing any detected errors.
2. Reset System Overclocking
Overclocking the system for higher speeds at times may be the reason behind the overheating and instability in the system, which results in the WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR. Restoring your system to its default settings can resolve the issue.
- Restart your computer and press the key to enter BIOS setup. It is usually F1, F2, DEL, or ESC.
- In the BIOS setup utility, head over to your system’s overclocking settings. Commonly, this will be available under Advanced, Performance, or Frequency menus.
- Reverse the CPU clock settings back to their default values.
3. Update Your PC’s Drivers
Damaged or outdated drivers will, of course, have a devastating effect on the communication between your hardware and software over time. Keep drivers updated – prevents problems.
- Search for Device Manager in the Start menu.
- Open Device Manager and right-click one of the devices to update driver
- Choose to Search automatically for updated driver software
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4. Troubleshoot RAM Problems
The WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR can be related to faulty RAM. Run Windows Memory Diagnostic to check for problems.
- Open Control Panel > System & Security > Administrative Tools, and run Windows Memory Diagnostic.
- Choose Restart now and check for problems.
- During the reboot, the tool will scan for any issues with your RAM.
To check the results:
- Open Event Viewer by searching for “
eventvwr.exe.“ - Go to System > Find, then search for “memory diagnostics results.”
If no issues are found, you can rule out RAM problems.
FAQs
1. What is WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR in Windows?
It is a stop code to point toward an issue of the hardware and, most probably, is caused by faulty hardware or corrupted system drivers.
2. Can WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR be caused by outdated drivers?
Yes, any drivers that are outdated or incompatible may cause this error to appear.
3. How do I fix the error caused by overclocking?
Errors related to overclocking can be fixed by restoring default settings in your BIOS.
4. Can a problem with RAM cause a WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR?
Yes, this can be caused by faulty RAM. Open Windows Memory Diagnostic to test your RAM.
