The PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA error is a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) that appears when Windows attempts to access data in memory that should always be available but cannot be found. This usually indicates a problem with system memory, drivers, or corrupted system files.
When this error occurs, Windows immediately stops the system to prevent damage and displays the stop code PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA. The issue may appear during startup, while installing drivers, or when running certain applications.
This error is commonly caused by faulty RAM, outdated drivers, disk errors, antivirus conflicts, or corrupted Windows files. If you encounter this BSOD in Windows 11 or Windows 10, try the troubleshooting methods below.
How to Fix PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA BSOD Error in Windows 11/10
Follow the solutions below until the problem is resolved.
1. Restart Your Computer
A temporary system glitch may sometimes trigger the PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA error.
- If the system restarts automatically, allow Windows to boot normally.
- If the computer is frozen, press and hold the Power button until the system shuts down.
- Turn the computer back on.
If the error does not appear again, it may have been caused by a temporary issue.
2. Disconnect External Devices
Faulty external hardware can sometimes trigger BSOD errors.
- Shut down your computer.
- Disconnect external devices such as:
- USB drives
- Printers
- External hard drives
- USB accessories
- Turn your computer back on.
Reconnect devices one by one to identify the problematic hardware.
3. Update Device Drivers
Outdated or incompatible drivers are one of the most common causes of this error.
- Press Windows + X.
- Select Device Manager.
- Expand device categories such as:
- Display adapters
- Network adapters
- Storage controllers
- Right-click the device and select Update driver.
- Choose Search automatically for drivers.
Restart the computer after updating drivers.
4. Run Windows Memory Diagnostic
Faulty RAM can cause memory-related BSOD errors.
- Press Windows + R.
- Type:
mdsched.exe - Press Enter.
- Select Restart now and check for problems.
Windows will restart and scan the system memory for errors.
5. Check Disk for Errors
Disk corruption can also trigger memory-related errors.
- Press Windows + S and search for Command Prompt.
- Right-click Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.
- Run the command:
chkdsk /f /r - Press Enter and allow the scan to complete.
- Restart your PC.
This command checks the disk for bad sectors and repairs file system errors.
6. Disable Problematic Antivirus Software
Certain antivirus programs may interfere with Windows memory operations.
- Temporarily disable your third-party antivirus software.
- Restart your computer.
- Check if the BSOD error occurs again.
If the problem disappears, consider updating or replacing the antivirus software.
7. Run System File Checker (SFC)
Corrupted system files may cause the PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA error.
- Press Windows + S and search for Command Prompt.
- Right-click it and select Run as administrator.
- Enter the command:
sfc /scannow - Press Enter and wait for the scan to finish.
- Restart your PC.
Windows will repair damaged system files automatically.
8. Run DISM Repair Tool
If the SFC scan does not resolve the problem:
- Open Command Prompt as administrator.
- Run the following command:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth - Wait for the process to finish.
- Restart your computer.
This repairs deeper Windows image corruption.
9. Uninstall Recent Windows Updates
Some Windows updates may cause system instability.
- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
- Go to Windows Update > Update history.
- Click Uninstall updates.
- Remove the most recent update.
Restart the computer after uninstalling the update.
Conclusion
The PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA BSOD error in Windows 11/10 is usually caused by driver issues, faulty memory, disk errors, or corrupted system files. Although the error causes a system crash, it can often be resolved by updating drivers, checking system memory, repairing disk errors, or restoring Windows system files.
