On Windows 10 you can find some hard to fix crash errors, just like WHEA uncorrectable error . In this guide we will tell you how to solve this problem and how to protect yourself from data loss.
Let’s start by saying that blue screen error messages on Windows have a long history. These are known as Blue Screens of Death , and usually these are errors that contain important information about the cause of the problem. Some crashes are more cryptic than others and are difficult to fix, this is the case of the fatal WHEA error .
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- Cause of WHEA Uncorrectable Error Windows 10
- How to fix WHEA Uncorrectable Error Windows 10
- Download the latest updates
- Run CHKDSK
- Check your system hardware
- Reset system overclocking
- Reset the BIOS
- Update the BIOS / UEFI settings
- Check the CPU
- Check the RAM
- Check your drivers
- Reset Windows 10
Cause of WHEA Uncorrectable Error Windows 10
The cause of the WHEA_Uncorrectable_Error is one of these elements:
- Damaged hardware( damaged hard drives, GPU, CPU, damaged RAM, etc.).
- Heatand voltage issues (overclocking and voltage variations).
- Compatibility problems of one or more drivers.
- Corrupt Windows system files or registry files.
Voltage issues are a common cause for this particular type of Windows error. The WUE message and code 0x0000124 indicate the nature of the error, but a look at the dump file in C: \ Windows \ Minidump is always better to give it. If you have difficulty reading this file you can install the BlueScreenView program .
Read also: How to fix the blue screen problem in Windows
How to fix WHEA Uncorrectable Error Windows 10
Here are all the solutions to try to fix this error.
1. Download the latest updates
To download new Windows 10 updates, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update , and select Check for updates . Wait while the search for updates is in progress and click on Download and install the available update. When finished, restart your PC.
2. Run CHKDSK
If the update didn’t pay off, before making specific hardware changes, you can try running the Hard Drive Check from the command prompt. CHKDSK is a Windows system tool that checks the file system and allows you to troubleshoot while it is running.
Go to Start and type cmd . In the search results, right- click on Command Prompt and in the menu that appears, click on Run as administrator .
When Command Prompt starts, type chkdsk / r and press Enter.
The command will scan your system for any errors and fix them.
3. Check your system hardware
The WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR error is closely related to the system hardware. Before proceeding with system restores and memory tests, try to physically double check your system hardware.
Check if the cooling systems are working, if your RAM is well inserted in its slots and if the CPU has not loosened. If you have any doubts, search YouTube for videos with the keyword “ how to reposition hard disk, video card and RAM “.
4. Reset system overclocking
If you have tried to overclock your system to achieve higher speeds, you may have encountered the WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR. The easiest way to fix is to reset the system BIOS and remove the effects of any overclocking .
You need to enter the system BIOS or UEFI menu. To do this, turn off your computer. Turn it back on by pressing the BIOS / UEFI menu access key (common keys include F1 , F2 , F10 , DEL or ESC ).
BIOS and UEFI settings vary by manufacturer, but menu titles are usually similar. Look for the Overclocking option . For the most part, the overclocking options are found in the Advanced , Performance , Frequency, or Voltage menu .
Look for the menu item and reset the overclocking options . The reset will return the system to its default state and may remove the WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR error.
5. Reset the BIOS
Resetting the BIOS to return it to default values might be the right solution. If you have cleared the BIOS / UEFI overclock settings, you can try to reset the entire BIOS .
By entering the BIOS, somewhere there is an option to do a full reset of the BIOS settings and go back to the default configuration. Find the option and select it.
6. Update the BIOS / UEFI settings
Again, the BIOS / UEFI update process varies greatly depending on the system motherboard manufacturer.
If you don’t know the type of motherboard installed, download and run CPU-Z . Open the Motherboard tab and find the motherboard manufacturer and model. You can also find the BIOS brand and version in this tab.
Then carry out a search on Google by typing the keyword: “ [motherboard manufacturer + model] bios update “. You should find instructions, tutorials, and if you’re lucky, even some videos on how to act.
7. Check the CPU
There is an excellent tool to install on your PC that will allow you to perform a quick and practical test of your CPU . By downloading the Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool you will be able to check brand identification data, processor operating frequency and processor specific characteristics.
8. Check the RAM
Windows has a built-in memory monitor called Windows Memory Diagnostic . Unfortunately, it cannot regularly detect RAM problems. In our help, however, we can take advantage of the excellent tool: MemTest86 .
This is a free, standalone memory testing tool for x86 machines. To use it you have to start MemTest86 from a USB flash drive (or boot disk) and let it check the system RAM. The RAM check with MemTest86 takes a long time to complete ; a single pass takes hours, depending on the amount of RAM installed.
To use MemTest86, download the bootable CD creation image (ISO format) . Burn MemTest86 to a CD or DVD or to a USB stick using the Rufus software for the latter .
Restart your PC while holding the button to enter the BIOS (usually F10, F11, DEL or ESC). Select the bootable MemTest86 USB flash drive and wait for the memory test to complete.
If the test returns RAM errors, go to Google and search for the error code to find out how to fix.
Read also: Best programs to create bootable USB
9. Check your drivers
Sometimes new drivers damage your system even though Windows 10 can handle most driver updates perfectly now.
However, that doesn’t mean that a suspicious driver can’t bother your system. Fortunately, Windows 10 lists all driver updates in the Windows Update section , so you can track down any problems they cause.
- Press Windowskey + I to open the Settings panel , then select Update & security> Windows Update and hit View update history . You will find all driver updates.
- Then type Device Managerin the Start menu search bar and click on the result found. Then, check for an error symbol. If there is nothing, the installed driver is most likely not the source of the problem.
You can still use a third-party tool to update all system drivers at the same time. Here are two free tools you can use on Windows 10: IOBit Driver Booster and Snappy Driver Installer .
10. Reset Windows 10
If you have come this far and still have not solved the WHEA uncorrectable error you can use the Windows 10 recovery function to update your system.
Windows 10 recovery replaces system files with a completely new set of files. In theory it will eliminate any persistent issues related to WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR while keeping most of your important files intact.
Go to Settings> Update and security> Recovery , then in Reset the PC presses the Start button .
Before starting the recovery, be sure to back up all important files in advance. The system will reboot, so you can select Keep my files or Remove all .
For more details, I invite you to read the Microsoft Windows Recovery Options guide .
