Getting “Page Fault in Nonpaged Area” Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) on Windows 11 PC? This error usually occurs when crucial data in the “nonpaged area” of memory is inaccessible in the computer’s physical RAM or indicates a problem with the system’s memory management. Page fault in nonpaged area on Windows 11 can cause due to hardware issues, driver conflicts, or faulty RAM modules. This article explores what exactly causes the ‘Page Fault in Nonpaged Area’ Error and how to fix this BSOD error on Windows 11.
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Page Fault in Nonpaged Area Error in Windows 11
This error usually means your computer tried to access a specific part of its memory that should always be accessible, but for some reason, it wasn’t available. This can happen due to both hardware or software problems.
Most of time Malfunctioning or incompatible RAM modules can lead to page fault in the nonpaged area BSOD. Again Outdated, incompatible, or corrupted device drivers can cause memory access conflicts and trigger this blue screen error.
Sometimes Hard drive or SSD errors, bad sectors, or data corruption can trigger page faults. Certain software, especially memory-intensive applications, can cause memory access issues. In some cases, corrupt system files or faulty Windows updates can lead to memory-related errors.
Start Windows 11 safe mode
Sometimes, this BSOD error may be temporary. Restart your computer to see if the issue resolves on its own. If your system is restarting frequently due to the “Page Fault in Nonpaged Area” blue screen error, start Windows 11 in safe mode to troubleshoot the problem.
Safe Mode helps troubleshoot blue screen errors by starting your computer with a minimal set of drivers and software.
Hold down the Shift key and click “Restart” from the Start menu to boot into the Windows Recovery Environment. From there, select troubleshoot -> Advanced option -> startup settings then restart and Press F5 to access Safe Mode.
Also, you can boot from installation media to access advanced options. Click on startup settings -> Restart then Press F5 to boot into save mode.
This isolates potential issues caused by third-party software or drivers, making it easier to identify and fix the root cause of the blue screen error. It allows you to perform tasks like uninstalling problematic software, updating drivers, and diagnosing hardware-related problems without interference from unnecessary programs.
Check for Memory Issues
This blue screen error is related to problem with memory management. The Windows Memory Diagnostic tool can help identify if there are any problems with your computer’s RAM. It checks for memory-related issues that could be causing the error.
- Press the Windows key + R, type mdsched.exe, and press Enter.
- Choose “Restart now and check for problems.”
- The tool will run a memory test on the next boot and report any errors.
Clean physical RAM and insert it properly
Sometimes, memory modules can become slightly loose over time. Reseating them can help ensure a proper connection.
- Power off your computer, unplug it and open the case.
- Carefully remove the RAM modules from their slots. clean the RAM slots.
- Put them back in, ensuring they’re securely seated.
If you have multiple RAM modules, you can test them individually to identify if a specific module is causing the issue.
Check Hard Drive Health:
A failing hard drive can cause various errors. Use tools like CrystalDiskInfo to check the health of your hard drive or SSD. If the tool indicates any issues, consider replacing the drive.
Update Device Drivers
Outdated or incompatible drivers can lead to memory-related errors. Drivers may also become corrupt without any obvious reason. And most of time problems with the Graphics driver cause blue screen errors on Windows 11. Ensuring your drivers are up to date can help fix page fault in nonpaged area BSOD.
To check if the error is caused by a faulty drive, run an automatic driver update or manually update the drivers to the latest available versions. Install the latest drivers for any newly installed hardware device. If no new hardware has been installed, make sure you have the latest drivers for the below devices.
- Video card
- Network Adapter
- Any removable or external disk drive
To update the driver from Device Manager:
- Press Windows key + X and select Device Manager,
- Here you will find all active devices. You just have to find the device which is yellow marked.
- Right-click on the device and select update driver software and follow the instruction to get driver updates.
- If you didn’t find any update for the driver you can uninstall it from here.
Also, you can Visit the manufacturer’s website (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel) to download and install the latest graphics drivers for your graphics card.
Check Disk Errors
This error can sometimes be triggered by issues with the storage drive, such as bad sectors or corrupted data. Running the CHKDSK utility can help identify and repair disk issues, can improve the overall stability and performance of your system.
- Open command prompt as administrator,
- Run command chkdsk C: /f /r and press Enter.
- When it prompted to schedule the scan for the next restart. Type Y and press enter to Confirm and restart your computer.
CHKDSK scans your hard drive for errors and attempts to fix them.
Check for Windows Updates
Updating your operating system can provide important fixes and patches that might address the underlying causes of the error. If the error is caused by a known issue or a software bug, a Windows update may contain a solution or a workaround that addresses the problem.
Install Windows Updates:
- Press Windows key + I to open Settings
- Go to windows update then Click “Check for updates”
- If new updates are available allow them downlaod and install on your computer
- Once done, reboot your device to apply the changes.
Uninstall Problematic Software
Certain software applications can conflict with the system and lead to memory-related errors. Uninstalling recently installed software might help resolve the issue.
- Go to Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a program.
- Look for software installed around the time the error started and uninstall it.
Adjust Virtual Memory
Virtual memory is a system mechanism that uses part of your hard drive as additional memory when the physical RAM is full. Adjusting its settings might help mitigate memory-related errors.
- Press the Windows key + R, type sysdm. cpl and click ok to open System properties,
- Switch to the Advanced tab, Under the Performance section, click on “Settings.”
- In the Performance Options window, go to the Advanced tab. Click on “Change” under the Virtual Memory section.
Uncheck “Automatically manage paging file size for all drives.” Select your system drive (usually C:) and choose “Custom size.”
- Set an Initial size and Maximum size (a common recommendation is 1.5 times your RAM size).
- Click Set and then OK to apply the changes.
Run system file checker utility
Corrupted system files can contribute to memory-related errors. Running the System File Checker (SFC) and DISM command help address the issues.
- Press the Windows key + S and type cmd, right-click on the command prompt select run as administrator.
- Run the system file checker command sfc /scannow and Allow the scan to complete and follow any on-screen instructions.
- After SFC is done, run the DISM restore health command dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
- This command repairs the Windows image. Allow it to finish and reboot your PC.
Perform System Restore
If you started experiencing the error recently, you can try using System Restore to revert your system to a point in time when it was working correctly.
- Search for “Create a restore point” and open the corresponding result.
- In the System Properties window, click the System Restore button and follow the prompts.
If none of the above solutions work or if you’re not comfortable performing these steps, consider seeking help from a professional technician or contacting Microsoft Support for further assistance.
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