Hello, this is PC Helper, your local on-site computer repair service in Fukuoka.
Have you seen a blue screen with the message “Your PC ran into a problem and needs to restart”? This is the BSOD (Blue Screen of Death)—a Windows error that appears when the system or hardware fails.
Main Causes
Driver issues: Outdated or incompatible drivers.
Hardware failure: Faulty RAM, HDD/SSD errors, overheating, or bad power supply.
Software conflict or virus: Antivirus or new apps may clash with Windows.
Corrupted files: Failed updates or sudden shutdowns.
BIOS or overclocking errors: Common in gaming or custom PCs.
Quick Fixes
Restart in Safe Mode (F8) to check if software causes the error.
Update drivers and Windows via Device Manager and Windows Update.
Run repair commands:
sfc /scannow → DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth.
Check hardware:
Use Windows Memory Diagnostic and chkdsk C: /f /r.
Scan for viruses or reinstall Windows if needed.