If you’re using the Preview builds of Windows 11, you may encounter BSOD errors at regular intervals. One of the most frustrating BSOD errors is error code 0xc00000e.
Why the Error Code 0xc00000e Appears?
The error code 0xc00000e appears for various reasons. It may appear if Windows fails to detect essential hardware or system files during startup.
When the error code appears, you see a Blue or Black screen along with the stop code.
If you’ve encountered this error, there may be a problem with the HDD, SSD, corrupted system files, or the boot settings.
Since you don’t know the actual reason for the error, try these troubleshooting techniques and see if they help.
1. Rebuild the Boot Configuration Data (BCD)
The leading reason for the 0xc00000e error is usually an incorrect boot configuration. You can rebuild BCD to fix this problem.
1. Boot your PC with the Windows Installation media and open the Repair tool.
2. Select the language and keyboard preferences and click Repair your computer.
3. Next, navigate to Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Command prompt.
4. Enter these commands one by one on the CMD.
- bootrec /scanos
- bootrec /fixmbr
- bootrec /fixboot
- bootrec /rebuildbcd
5. After executing the commands, type exit and press Enter.
After the restart, check whether you still come across the error.
2. Launch the Automatic Repair Tool
Running the Startup Repair tool can also help. Here’s how to run the tool on Windows 11.
1. Open Windows 11 Power menu. Hold down the Shift key and select Restart.
2. Your PC will restart and enter the recovery environment. Navigate to the Troubleshoot > Advanced Options.
3. On the Advanced options, click Startup Repair.
4. Select your OS version and wait until the repair tool fixes the problem.
3. Reset the BIOS/UEFI to Default
Incorrect BIOS/UEFI settings can also cause such errors. You can fix such problems by resetting your BIOS/UEFI settings to the Default.
However, resetting BIOS/UEFI settings requires extensive manual work. You will need to watch YouTube videos to learn the steps.
4. Check all Hardware Connections
If you continuously get this error message, check the hardware connections.
Basically, you need to inspect and reseat your internal and external hardware components.
Shut down your PC and examine all connected hardware closely. Remove the computer case and check the internal connections as well.
5. Factory Reset Windows 11
Resetting the Windows 11 PC is another great option for fixing error code 0xc00000e. Before you plan to reset, make sure to backup all your important files.
1. Open Settings and switch to Windows Update.
2. On the Windows Update screen, click Advanced Options.
3. On the additional options, click Recovery.
4. On the Recovery options, click Reset PC button.
5. On the choose an option screen, click Keep my files.
6. On the next screen, select Cloud Download.
7. Finally, click the Reset button.
These are the best ways to fix Windows 11 error code 0xc00000e. If you need more help in this topic, let us know in the comments. Also, if you find this guide helpful, don’t forget to share it with your friends.
