How to Fix Faulty Hardware Corrupted Page on Windows 10
Windows 10 users may face the Faulty Hardware Corrupted Page error, leading to a BSOD with error code 0x0000124. This guide offers solutions to resolve the issue and restore system functionality.
1. Check for Driver Updates
Outdated or corrupted hardware drivers are common causes of the Faulty Hardware Corrupted Page error. Ensuring that all system drivers are up-to-date is crucial. Using a tool like Driver Sentry can simplify the process and prevent errors during driver installation.
Download and install the latest version of Driver Sentry. Open the software and click "Scan".
The scan will show drivers that are outdated or missing. Locate the ones that need updates and click the "Upgrade" button.
After the updates are complete, restart your computer to ensure the changes take effect.
2. Check Hard Drive Health
Press Win + S, search for "cmd", right-click Command Prompt, and select "Run as administrator".
Enter the following command and press Enter: chkdsk C: /f /r
If prompted to schedule the check on restart, type Y and press Enter.
Restart your computer to allow the system to scan and repair any damaged sectors.
3. Run Windows Memory Diagnostics
Run the Memory Diagnostic Tool:
Press Win + R, type "mdsched.exe", and press Enter.
Select "Restart now and check for problems".
Your computer will restart and run the memory diagnostic tool automatically.
After the test, check the results. If memory issues are detected, replace the faulty RAM modules.
Check RAM Connections:
Turn off your computer and disconnect all cables.
Open the case and remove the RAM sticks. Clean the contacts gently with an eraser.
Reinsert the RAM sticks firmly into their slots.
4. Repair System Files
Use SFC (System File Checker):
Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
Enter the following command and press Enter: sfc /scannow
Wait for the scan to complete and check if any corrupted files were repaired.
Use DISM (If SFC doesn't resolve the issue):
In Command Prompt, enter the following commands one at a time and press Enter after each:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
Restart your computer after the repair is complete.
5. Disable Fast Startup
Press Win + X and select "Power Options".
Click "Additional power settings" on the right panel.
Select "Choose what the power buttons do" on the left panel.
Click "Change settings that are currently unavailable" at the top.
Uncheck "Turn on fast start-up (recommended)" and click "Save changes".
Restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
6. Reset Windows
Press Win + I to open Settings. Navigate to "Update & Security > Recovery".
Under "Reset this PC", click "Get started".
Choose "Keep my files" or "Remove everything", depending on your needs.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reset process.
These steps can help fix the Faulty Hardware Corrupted Page error. If it persists, contact your hardware manufacturer or technical support for further help.
See also:
Guide to Fix Low Volume in Windows 10
