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How to Fix Blue Screen STOP 0x00000014 Error

Solution 1: Reboot The Computer

The simplest solution (and one you can adopt immediately) is to simply reboot the computer. Restarting the computer might solve the discrepancy between hardware/device driver and OS system. If it does not work, you will have to try one of the other solutions.

Solution 2: Reexamine the Hardware

BSOD errors occur when the hardware is not properly connected. Therefore, if you get the BSOD error, it is worthwhile to check all cables to see if the hardware is properly connected. The process takes a few minutes and you may solve the problem.

Solution 3: Scan Computer for Viruses

Assuming that software malfunction is one of the causes of BSOD, you can scan the computer for viruses. An anti-virus program is very useful in detecting and scanning for viruses. However, it should be noted that BSOD could shut down anti-virus programs as part of BSOD. To overcome this step, you must restore the system to a previous version.

Solution 4: Restore System

Windows OS allows you to restore the system to an older version. The older version of the system does not come with any changes/updates made to hardware and software. Restoring the system allows you to identify the potential cause of Stop 0x00000014, making it much easier to fix the problem. To perform a System Restore go to Control Panel > System and Security > System > System Protection. Click on System Restore.

Solution 5: Rollback Driver

Sometimes, driver updates are the cause of BSOD errors. Hence, to fix Blue Screen STOP 0x00000014 Error, users must perform a driver rollback. A driver rollback is when the system removes the latest update for a driver and reverts to an older version. Driver rollbacks could solve the BSOD problem, especially if the cause was an improperly installed update. A driver rollback is a simple function because it only takes 5-10 minutes for the driver to revert back to its original form. To do a drier rollback, you must go to Device Manager > Right-click the Driver > Select Properties > Click on ‘Driver’ tab> Select ‘Rollback Driver’.

Solution 6: Update BIOS

BIOS stands for Basic Input-Output System (BIOS). it is located on the motherboard and is often the first piece of software to be loaded onto the computer. BIOS are crucial because it is the software that lets the computer connect with different hardware peripherals like mouse, keyboard and CD drives. Hence, outdated BIOS can lead to BSOD errors. If the BIOS is outdated it means hardware and OS are no longer compatible. Hence, updating the BIOS can fix BSOD errors.

To update the BIOS, follow the outlined process below:

Find the current version of the BIOS. Go to ‘System Information’ and search for ‘BIOS.

Determine system origins by going to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound. You need to determine the origin of the motherboard. For example, if you are using a Dell laptop, go to the dell website. If you are using a custom PC, visit the motherboard manufacturer’s website.

Backup existing BIOS, you will need to check the manufacturer’s website for the best method.
Make sure the system is ready. Updating the BIOS takes time and you need to have an uninterrupted supply of power.
Perform the update by running the downloaded installer.
Once the process is complete. Restart the computer.
Clear the existing BIOS settings. As the computer restarts, execute the BIOS utility by pressing the DELETE/ENTER/CTRL/F2 or F10 button.

You can configure the BIOS settings, this step is optional because customizing the BIOS is not necessary, most PC’s do well with default BIOS settings.

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