The System Service Exception BSOD error in Windows 10 can have a few causes. Learn how to fix this stop code.
The System Service Exception in Windows 10 is a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error.
In this article, we’ll examine the SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error, why it happens, what you can do to fix it, and how to stop it from happening again.
A SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error happens for a few reasons:
Several methods for fixing the issue exist because there is such a range of potential SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION causes. For example, some might fix your Windows system errors, while others won’t.
The main course of action is updating drivers and checking your Windows 10 file system for errors, but you should work through the list below until the SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error disappears for good.
So, read on to learn how to fix the SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION stop code error in Windows 10.
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The first thing to do is check that Windows 10 is completely up to date. Outdated system files can cause unexpected errors. Checking for a pending update is a quick and easy way to figure out if that is causing your issue.
Windows Update keeps your system drivers up to date. Automating the process means your system drivers are less likely to fall behind their recommended version—but that doesn’t mean some won’t fall through the gaps. At other times, Windows doesn’t use the correct driver version.
To check your latest automatic driver updates:
Otherwise, you can use a third-party tool to update all your system drivers simultaneously. Check out this list of free tools you can use to fix most Windows problems. The first two options—IOBit’s Driver Booster and Snappy Driver Installer—do exactly this.
Next up, try running Windows Check Disk from the Command Prompt. CHKDSK is a Windows system tool that verifies the file system and, with certain settings, fixes issues as it runs. It helps with many Windows errors, including the DPC WATCHDOG stop code and the Disk I/O Error in Windows.
System File Check (SFC) is another Windows system tool that checks for missing and corrupt Windows system files. It sounds like CHKDSK, right? Well, SFC checks for Windows system files specifically, while CHKDSK scans your entire drive for errors.
But before running the SFC command, it is best to double-check that it is completely functional.
DISM stands for Deployment Image Servicing and Management. DISM is an integrated Windows utility with a vast range of functions. In this case, the DISM Restorehealth command ensures that our next fix will work properly. Work through the following steps.
Unfortunately, several programs are known to cause a SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error. They vary in type, too. For example, some people report the error after installing a new antivirus suite, while others claim installing a new VPN is the issue.
Regardless, try and think if the SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION BSODs began after you installed a new piece of software or not (or perhaps it was a software update). You can uninstall recently installed software and apps one by one to see which new program caused the issue.
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If nothing else works, you can use Windows 10’s Reset function to refresh your system files.
Windows 10 Reset replaces your system files with a completely fresh set of files. Theoretically, it clears lingering issues relating to your SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error while keeping the majority of your important files intact. This can also help fix the Bad System Config Info error.
One of these fixes or a combination of them will resolve your SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error, leaving your system BSOD-free.
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Gavin is the Junior Editor for Windows and Technology Explained, a regular contributor to the Really Useful Podcast, and a regular product reviewer. He has a BA (Hons) Contemporary Writing with Digital Art Practices pillaged from the hills of Devon, as well as over a decade of professional writing experience. He enjoys copious amounts of tea, board games, and football.
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