The WHEA uncorrectable error on Windows 11 can suddenly crash your system and display the dreaded blue screen. While hardware problems often trigger this error, software issues can also be responsible. This guide covers multiple solutions to get your system back to normal operation.
The error typically shows up when hardware components malfunction or when Windows can’t properly communicate with your system’s hardware. Common triggers include RAM issues, hard drive problems, CPU installation problems, or overheating from aggressive overclocking. Driver conflicts and corrupted Windows updates can also cause this error.
Method 1: Run Windows memory diagnostic test
RAM problems frequently cause this error, and Windows has a built-in tool to detect and fix memory issues.
- Type “Windows Memory Diagnostic” in the Start menu search
- Click the app when it appears in results
- Select “Restart now and check for problems”
Your PC will restart automatically and run the memory test. After completion, it will boot back to Windows and display results.
Method 2: Scan hard drive for errors
Bad sectors on your hard drive can trigger the WHEA error. Windows’ built-in disk checker can identify and repair these issues.
- Open File Explorer with Windows + E
- Right-click your main drive (usually C:)
- Select Properties
- Click the Tools tab
- Under Error checking, click Check
- If prompted, click Scan drive to start the check
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Method 3: Update system drivers
Outdated drivers often conflict with Windows 11, causing the WHEA error. Here’s how to update them:
- Press Windows + I to open Settings
- Navigate to Windows Update
- Click Advanced options
- Select Optional updates
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Method 4: Remove problematic Windows updates
Recent Windows updates can sometimes trigger the error. Uninstalling them might help:
- Open Settings
- Go to Windows Update
- Click Update history
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Method 5: Reset Windows 11
When other methods fail, resetting Windows can resolve persistent WHEA errors:
- Open Settings
- Select System > Recovery
- Click Reset PC
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