Getting the Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) is one of the most common fears plaguing Windows users. A Blue Screen of Death error can instantly incapacitate your system, leaving you unable to continue working on your PC — and fixing it will quickly become your first priority.

One of the errors frequently causing the Blue Screen of Death is the MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION error. In this article, learn how to fix the MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION blue screen in Windows 10.

How to fix MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION BSoD?

There are three main methods you can use to fix the MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION error in Windows 10. They are:

  • disconnecting additional hardware
  • updating your drivers
  • and using System Restore

Let’s start with the simplest solution.

Option one: disconnect additional hardware

The MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION error can be caused by newly plugged-in hardware. Thus, if you have inserted a DVD into your computer or have connected any external devices, removing them may resolve the issue. Unplug any new devices you have connected to your PC and see if the Blue Screen of Death goes away.

Option two: update your drivers

The MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION error may be a result of outdated drivers — in this case, updating your drivers will be the right fix. You can update the drivers on your PC yourself or use software designed specifically for this purpose like Auslogics Driver Updater. Using the software is definitely the easier and less time-consuming option that will allow you to fix your driver issues in just one click.

If you are okay with updating the drivers manually, here’s how to proceed:

  • Press Win+X and select Device manager from the menu.
  • In the new window, click View>Show hidden devices.
  • Go through the list of devices and click on the yellow mark next to each one.
  • If you see a warning, this means that the driver of the device in question requires an update.
  • Click the driver and choose Update driver.
  • A wizard will appear asking you how to search for driver software.
  • Go with Select automatically and click Continue.
  • Once the driver is updated, you can go through the same process to update other drivers.
  • To complete the updates, restart your PC.

Option three: use System Restore

Recent changes made to your system (new applications, modifications in settings, etc.) may also be causing the MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION BSoD. Instead of recalling and reversing the changes you have made manually, you can use the Windows System Restore tool to return your system to a point in time when you did not have the error.

To use System Restore on Windows 10:

  • Go to Control Panel.
  • In View by, select Small icons and click System.
  • Go on to choose System Protection.
  • In the new window, click System Restore.
  • A pop up will appear explaining what System Restore will do — click Next.
  • You will now be asked to choose a restore point — choose the one that had been created before you received the MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION error.
  • Click Finish and Yes to confirm.
  • Finally, restart your PC for the changes to take effect.

There you have it: three simple ways on how to fix the MACHINE CHECK EXCEPTION error in Windows 10.

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