SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED is a Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) stop error that normally corresponds to Bug Check 0x0000007E.

According to Microsoft, bug check 0x7E means that a system thread generated an exception that the Windows error handler did not catch. In simpler terms, some kernel-level code—often a device driver—performed an operation that Windows could not safely continue executing, so Windows stopped the operating system to protect it from further corruption.

The error may appear as:

SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED

or with a driver/module filename, for example:

SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED (nvlddmkm.sys)

The accompanying filename can be extremely useful because it may identify the driver involved in the crash.

SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED Stop Code

The standard bug check value is:

0x0000007E

Microsoft defines four parameters for this bug check:

Parameter	Meaning
Parameter 1	Exception code that was not handled
Parameter 2	Address where the exception occurred
Parameter 3	Address of the exception record
Parameter 4	Address of the context record

For advanced troubleshooting, these parameters can be examined using Windows debugging tools such as WinDbg.

Common Exception Codes Associated with 0x7E

The stop code alone does not always tell you exactly what failed. The exception code contained within the crash information can provide additional clues.

Microsoft lists examples including:

0xC0000005 – STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION

This indicates that code attempted an invalid memory access.

0x80000002 – STATUS_DATATYPE_MISALIGNMENT

This indicates an improperly aligned data reference.

0x80000003 – STATUS_BREAKPOINT

This can indicate that a breakpoint or assertion was encountered without the expected debugging environment.

For normal end users, however, identifying the associated driver is usually more practical than manually interpreting bug-check parameters.

Common Symptoms

A computer experiencing SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED may show one or more of these symptoms:

• Sudden blue screen followed by restart
• BSOD immediately after Windows starts
• Computer stuck in a restart loop
• Crash after installing a graphics driver
• Crash after Windows Update
• BSOD while gaming
• BSOD when waking from sleep
• Crash when connecting a USB device
• BSOD during heavy graphics processing
• Computer freezing before displaying the blue screen
• Windows failing to boot normally
• SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED accompanied by a .sys filename

If the same driver filename appears repeatedly, investigate that driver first.

What Causes SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED?

There is no single cause. Bug Check 0x7E describes the type of kernel failure rather than one specific defective component.

1. Faulty or Incompatible Device Drivers

Device drivers are among the most important suspects.

Drivers operate close to the Windows kernel. A defective, corrupted or incompatible driver can generate an exception that Windows cannot safely handle.

Common categories include:

• Graphics drivers
• Network drivers
• Wi-Fi drivers
• Storage controller drivers
• Chipset drivers
• USB drivers
• Audio drivers
• Printer drivers
• VPN/filter drivers
• Security software drivers

Microsoft specifically recommends checking whether the error identifies a driver and, when appropriate, disabling that driver or obtaining an updated version from its manufacturer.

2. Graphics Driver Problems

Display drivers are frequent suspects when the crash occurs:

• During gaming
• During video playback
• When connecting external monitors
• After GPU driver updates
• During GPU-intensive applications
• When waking the computer from sleep

You may see filenames associated with NVIDIA, AMD or Intel graphics components.

If the BSOD started immediately after a graphics-driver update, rolling back or cleanly reinstalling the appropriate OEM/GPU driver should be considered.

3. Recently Installed Driver

Timing is an important diagnostic clue.

If the computer worked correctly yesterday, a driver was installed today, and SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED started immediately afterward, investigate that change before making unrelated modifications.

Open:

Device Manager → affected device → Properties → Driver

Depending on the situation, you can:

• Update Driver
• Roll Back Driver
• Uninstall Device

Restart the computer after making the change.

4. Windows Update or Driver Update Conflict

The error can sometimes begin after:

• A Windows cumulative update
• Feature update
• Driver delivered through Windows Update
• BIOS/firmware change
• Manufacturer driver utility update

This does not automatically mean the Windows update itself is defective. The update may expose an incompatibility in an older third-party driver.

Check the computer manufacturer's support site for updated:

• BIOS/UEFI
• Chipset
• GPU
• Storage
• Network
• Thunderbolt/USB
• Firmware packages

5. BIOS, UEFI or Firmware Problems

Microsoft notes that ACPI or other firmware updates may be relevant when troubleshooting 0x7E. Hardware incompatibilities, memory conflicts and related low-level problems can also produce the stop error.

Check the motherboard, laptop or desktop manufacturer's support page for the exact model.

Before updating BIOS/UEFI:

1. Confirm the exact computer/motherboard model.
2. Confirm the existing BIOS version.
3. Read the manufacturer's release notes.
4. Keep the computer connected to reliable power.
5. Do not interrupt the firmware update.

Incorrect firmware installation can make a computer unbootable.

6. Faulty RAM or Memory Instability

Although SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED does not automatically mean the RAM is defective, unstable memory can contribute to kernel crashes.

Possible causes include:

• Physically defective RAM
• Incorrect memory timings
• Unstable XMP/EXPO configuration
• Mixed incompatible modules
• Poor DIMM contact
• Overclocking
• Motherboard memory-controller problems

If BSODs occur randomly with different driver names and different stop codes, memory testing becomes particularly important.

7. Overclocking or Undervolting

CPU, GPU or RAM overclocking can create instability that appears to be a driver failure.

If the machine is overclocked, temporarily return:

• CPU
• GPU
• RAM
• Memory timings
• Voltage settings

to manufacturer/default values.

Also disable experimental tuning utilities during diagnosis.

8. Corrupted Windows System Files

Damaged operating-system components may contribute to instability.

Windows includes DISM and System File Checker for repairing Windows components and protected system files.

Microsoft recommends running DISM before SFC when repairing corrupted Windows components.

Open Command Prompt or Terminal as Administrator and run:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Wait for the operation to complete.

Then run:

sfc /scannow

Do not close the window until verification reaches 100%.

Restart Windows afterward.

9. Disk or File-System Problems

Storage corruption can damage drivers or Windows files.

Start with:

chkdsk C: /scan

If deeper repair is required, CHKDSK may need to run during restart.

For serious boot/storage corruption, advanced technicians may use:

chkdsk C: /f

or more extensive diagnostics where appropriate.

Do not immediately assume the disk is defective merely because CHKDSK reports errors. Investigate drive health separately if corruption repeatedly returns.

10. Newly Installed Hardware

The problem may begin after adding:

• Graphics card
• RAM
• NVMe SSD
• SATA drive
• USB device
• PCIe card
• Wi-Fi adapter
• Docking station
• External display adapter
• Other peripheral hardware

Microsoft recommends verifying that newly installed hardware is compatible with the installed Windows version.

Temporarily disconnect nonessential newly installed hardware and test the computer again.

Step-by-Step Solution for SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED

Solution 1: Record the Driver Filename

Before troubleshooting, photograph the BSOD if possible.

Look for a filename such as:

xxxxx.sys

Do not automatically delete a .sys file simply because it appears on the blue screen.

The correct approach is to determine:

1. Which product installed the driver?
2. Which hardware/software uses it?
3. Is an updated version available?
4. Did the problem start after updating it?
5. Can the driver or associated application safely be removed?

Microsoft states that if a driver is identified by name, disabling/removing that driver or checking for an updated version is an appropriate troubleshooting direction.

Solution 2: Boot Windows into Safe Mode

If Windows crashes repeatedly during normal startup, use Safe Mode.

From Windows Recovery Environment:

Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Restart

Then choose:

Enable Safe Mode

or:

Enable Safe Mode with Networking

Safe Mode starts Windows with a limited set of files and drivers. If the computer works reliably in Safe Mode but crashes during normal startup, that is an important clue that a third-party driver, service or startup component may be involved.

BitLocker Warning

If the computer uses device encryption or BitLocker, Windows Recovery Environment may request the BitLocker recovery key.

Make sure the recovery key is available before making significant boot or firmware changes.

Solution 3: Roll Back the Problem Driver

If the error began immediately after a driver update:

1. Press Windows + X.
2. Open Device Manager.
3. Expand the relevant device category.
4. Right-click the device.
5. Select Properties.
6. Open Driver.
7. Select Roll Back Driver, if available.
8. Restart Windows.

If Roll Back Driver is unavailable, you may need to uninstall the driver and install the appropriate previous/OEM version manually.

Solution 4: Update the Driver

If the installed driver is old or incompatible, download an appropriate version from the device/computer manufacturer.

For laptops and OEM desktops, check the computer manufacturer's support site first, particularly for:

• Chipset
• Graphics
• Storage
• Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth
• Audio
• Thunderbolt
• BIOS/UEFI

For discrete graphics cards, the GPU manufacturer's supported driver may also be appropriate.

Avoid random third-party "driver update" websites.

Solution 5: Reinstall the Graphics Driver

If the BSOD is clearly associated with the graphics subsystem:

1. Download the correct driver beforehand.
2. Uninstall the problematic display driver.
3. Restart the computer.
4. Install the correct supported driver.
5. Restart again.
6. Test the system.

If the error began after installing the newest GPU driver, consider testing the previous stable version rather than repeatedly reinstalling the same version.

Solution 6: Check Device Manager

Open:

Windows + X → Device Manager

Look for:

• Unknown devices
• Warning symbols
• Recently installed devices
• Duplicate/obsolete devices
• Devices that repeatedly disconnect
• Components recently updated before the BSOD began

Review the properties and driver information for suspicious devices.

Solution 7: Repair Windows with DISM and SFC

Open an elevated Command Prompt and run:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

After DISM completes successfully, run:

sfc /scannow

Microsoft documents DISM followed by SFC as the normal sequence for repairing Windows component and protected system-file corruption.

Restart the PC after completion.

Solution 8: Check Windows Event Viewer

Event Viewer can provide information immediately before the crash.

Open:

Windows + X → Event Viewer

Navigate to:

Windows Logs → System

Check events around the exact BSOD time.

Look for:

• Critical events
• Driver errors
• Disk errors
• Storage-controller problems
• Hardware errors
• Unexpected shutdowns
• Device initialization failures

Microsoft specifically recommends examining the System log for additional information that may identify the device or driver responsible for Bug Check 0x7E.

Solution 9: Analyze the Minidump

For professional diagnosis, analyzing the crash dump is far more reliable than guessing.

Windows commonly stores small crash dumps under:

C:\Windows\Minidump\

A larger dump may be stored as:

C:\Windows\MEMORY.DMP

Exact availability depends on the configured Startup and Recovery dump settings.

Using WinDbg to Diagnose SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED

Install Microsoft's Windows debugger and open the relevant dump file.

A commonly used command is:

!analyze -v

Microsoft specifically identifies the !analyze debugger extension as useful for examining Bug Check 0x7E.

Review information such as:

• BugCheck code
• Exception code
• Failure bucket
• Faulting module
• Call stack
• Image name
• Process name
• Driver timestamp/version

Do not assume that every filename appearing in a stack trace is responsible for the crash.

For example, seeing Windows kernel components in the dump does not automatically prove that Windows itself is defective. The kernel may simply be where a third-party driver finally caused the fatal exception.

Solution 10: Test the RAM

Run:

Windows Memory Diagnostic

Press:

Windows + R

Type:

mdsched.exe

Select:

Restart now and check for problems

For intermittent crashes, technicians may consider more extensive memory testing.

If multiple RAM modules are installed and memory errors are detected, test modules/configurations methodically rather than immediately replacing every module.

Solution 11: Disable Overclocking

Enter BIOS/UEFI and restore default settings if the machine uses:

• CPU overclocking
• GPU overclocking
• XMP/EXPO
• Manual memory timings
• Undervolting
• Performance tuning

Then test the computer again.

If stability returns, reintroduce tuning only after identifying the unstable configuration.

Solution 12: Update BIOS/UEFI and Firmware

Check the manufacturer's support page for:

• BIOS/UEFI updates
• SSD firmware
• Docking-station firmware
• Thunderbolt firmware
• Chipset firmware
• Device firmware

Firmware should only be installed for the exact hardware model.

Microsoft includes ACPI/firmware updates among the areas worth checking while troubleshooting Stop 0x7E.

Solution 13: Perform a Clean Boot

If Safe Mode works but normal Windows crashes, third-party services or applications may be involved.

A clean boot can help isolate:

• Antivirus components
• VPN software
• Backup software
• Hardware monitoring utilities
• RGB/control utilities
• Virtualization products
• Tuning utilities
• Peripheral-management software

Do not permanently disable security services simply as a workaround. Use clean boot as an isolation technique and then identify the actual conflicting component.

Solution 14: Use System Restore

If the error began recently after a driver, application or system configuration change, System Restore may help.

Open Windows Recovery Environment and navigate to:

Troubleshoot → Advanced options → System Restore

Choose a restore point created before the problem began.

System Restore is particularly useful when Windows no longer boots normally after a recent configuration change.

Solution 15: Remove a Recently Installed Windows Update

If the BSOD began immediately after an update and you have strong evidence that the update or an associated driver change is responsible, Windows Recovery Environment provides update-removal options.

Navigate to:

Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Uninstall Updates

Depending on the available options, you may be able to remove a recent quality update.

However, uninstalling security updates should not be treated as a permanent fix. Determine whether a newer driver or subsequent Windows update resolves the incompatibility.

Solution 16: Check Recently Added Hardware

Power down the computer and temporarily remove nonessential newly added hardware.

Examples:

• Additional RAM
• USB devices
• PCIe cards
• External adapters
• New GPU
• New storage device

If the BSOD disappears, reconnect components systematically until the problem can be reproduced.

Solution 17: Check Hardware Temperatures

Overheating can produce instability under load.

Check:

• CPU temperature
• GPU temperature
• Cooling fans
• Dust accumulation
• Laptop vents
• Thermal contact
• Power delivery

A crash that happens only during gaming or rendering deserves both driver and hardware-stability investigation.

Solution 18: Check Power Stability

A weak or failing power supply can sometimes create symptoms that resemble software crashes.

Consider PSU/power issues when:

• The PC crashes under GPU load
• New hardware was recently installed
• The machine randomly powers off
• Multiple unrelated BSOD codes appear
• The GPU loses power under load

Laptop users should also test with the correct manufacturer-rated AC adapter where possible.

Solution 19: Enable Boot Logging

Windows Startup Settings includes an Enable boot logging option.

This creates:

ntbtlog.txt

containing information about drivers loaded during startup. Microsoft documents boot logging as one of the available Startup Settings troubleshooting options.

It can be useful when the crash consistently occurs during startup.

Solution 20: Prevent Automatic Restart During Diagnosis

If the blue screen disappears too quickly to read, Windows Startup Settings provides:

Disable automatic restart on system failure

This can keep the BSOD visible so that you can record:

• Stop code
• Driver filename
• Error parameters
• QR/error information

Microsoft particularly notes this option for systems caught in repeated failure/restart loops.

Advanced Troubleshooting Workflow for IT Professionals

For a repeatable SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED problem, use a structured approach instead of changing several components simultaneously.

Stage 1 – Collect Evidence

Record:

• Stop code
• Exception code
• .sys filename
• Exact crash time
• What the user was doing
• Recent software changes
• Recent driver changes
• Recent hardware changes

Stage 2 – Preserve Crash Dumps

Check:

C:\Windows\Minidump\

and, where configured:

C:\Windows\MEMORY.DMP

Stage 3 – Analyze the Dump

Use WinDbg and:

!analyze -v

Identify the probable failing module and examine the surrounding call stack.

Stage 4 – Correlate with Event Viewer

Check:

Event Viewer → Windows Logs → System

Match events to the crash timestamp.

Stage 5 – Investigate the Driver

Determine:

• Manufacturer
• Version
• Date
• Associated device/software
• Whether it was recently updated
• Whether a newer OEM version exists

Stage 6 – Test One Change at a Time

For example:

1. Roll back suspected driver.
2. Test.
3. Update chipset.
4. Test.
5. Update firmware.
6. Test.
7. Run memory diagnostics.
8. Test.

Changing five components simultaneously may make the computer work again, but you may never learn which change actually fixed it.

Should You Use Driver Verifier?

Windows Driver Verifier can help advanced technicians identify defective kernel-mode drivers, but it is not recommended as the first troubleshooting step for an ordinary user.

Driver Verifier intentionally stresses drivers and can trigger additional crashes.

Before using it:

• Back up important data.
• Make sure Windows Recovery Environment is accessible.
• Know how to boot into Safe Mode.
• Know how to disable/reset Driver Verifier if Windows becomes unstable.

For most users, crash-dump analysis should come before aggressive Driver Verifier testing.

SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED Boot Loop

If the computer repeatedly crashes before reaching the desktop:

1. Enter Windows Recovery Environment.
2. Select Troubleshoot.
3. Open Advanced options.
4. Try Startup Settings → Safe Mode.
5. Remove or roll back the suspected driver.
6. Consider System Restore if the problem started recently.
7. Check whether a recent update can be removed.
8. Run offline diagnostics if Windows remains unbootable.

Microsoft's Safe Mode starts Windows with only essential files and drivers, making it useful for narrowing down startup-related problems.

SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED After Graphics Driver Update

If the BSOD appeared immediately after updating NVIDIA, AMD or Intel graphics:

1. Enter Safe Mode if necessary.
2. Open Device Manager.
3. Locate the display adapter.
4. Roll back or uninstall the recent driver.
5. Restart Windows.
6. Install the correct supported driver.
7. Test the computer.
8. Update BIOS/chipset if the problem continues.

On laptops with hybrid graphics, remember that both integrated and discrete GPU drivers may interact. OEM-specific graphics packages can sometimes be important.

SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED After Installing RAM

If the problem started immediately after adding memory:

1. Shut down the computer.
2. Disconnect power.
3. Reseat the RAM.
4. Confirm supported DIMM configuration.
5. Disable memory overclocking/XMP/EXPO temporarily.
6. Run memory diagnostics.
7. Test modules separately if practical.
8. Check motherboard BIOS updates and memory compatibility.

Do not assume the new RAM is defective until configuration and compatibility have also been checked.

Important Mistakes to Avoid

Do Not Randomly Delete .sys Files

Deleting a driver directly from:

C:\Windows\System32\drivers

can make Windows unbootable.

Remove or replace drivers using the proper device/application installation process.

Do Not Install Drivers from Unknown Websites

Prefer:

• Computer manufacturer
• Motherboard manufacturer
• Hardware manufacturer
• Windows Update

Do Not Immediately Reinstall Windows

A Windows reinstall may temporarily hide the issue but will not repair defective RAM, unstable hardware or incompatible firmware.

Diagnose the underlying cause first whenever practical.

Do Not Update BIOS Without Checking the Exact Model

Installing firmware intended for another model can cause severe boot problems.

Preventing Future SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED Errors

Good maintenance can reduce the likelihood of recurring BSOD problems:

• Keep Windows appropriately updated.
• Use supported device drivers.
• Keep chipset drivers current.
• Maintain BIOS/UEFI when updates address relevant stability/security issues.
• Avoid questionable driver-updater utilities.
• Maintain adequate cooling.
• Avoid unstable overclocking.
• Test newly installed RAM.
• Maintain backups.
• Preserve crash dumps for diagnosis.
• Investigate recurring BSODs instead of repeatedly ignoring them.

Quick Troubleshooting Checklist

When SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED appears, check these items in order:

1. Record the stop code and .sys filename.
2. Check what changed immediately before the first crash.
3. Boot into Safe Mode if normal Windows is unstable.
4. Roll back or update the suspected driver.
5. Check Device Manager.
6. Run DISM.
7. Run SFC.
8. Check Event Viewer.
9. Analyze Minidump/MEMORY.DMP.
10. Test RAM.
11. Remove overclocking.
12. Check BIOS/UEFI and chipset updates.
13. Test recently installed hardware.
14. Check storage health and file-system integrity.
15. Use System Restore when appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What does SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED mean?

It means a Windows system thread generated an exception that the operating system could not safely handle. Windows therefore stopped execution and displayed a BSOD. The standard bug check is 0x0000007E.

2. What is error code 0x0000007E?

0x0000007E is the bug-check value associated with SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED.

3. Is SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED usually a driver problem?

A defective or incompatible driver is an important possibility, particularly when the BSOD identifies a specific driver filename. However, firmware, hardware compatibility, memory instability and other low-level problems can also produce the error.

4. Can faulty RAM cause SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED?

Yes, memory instability can contribute to kernel crashes, although the stop code by itself does not prove the RAM is faulty.

5. Can a graphics driver cause this error?

Yes. Display-driver problems are particularly worth investigating if crashes happen during gaming, video playback, GPU-intensive work or immediately after a graphics-driver update.

6. How do I know which driver caused the BSOD?

Look for a .sys filename on the BSOD and analyze the crash dump using WinDbg. Event Viewer can also provide supporting evidence.

7. Where are Windows BSOD minidumps stored?

They are commonly stored in:

C:\Windows\Minidump\

provided small memory dumps are enabled.

8. Where is MEMORY.DMP stored?

A configured system/kernel memory dump is commonly located at:

C:\Windows\MEMORY.DMP

9. What WinDbg command should I use?

A standard starting command is:

!analyze -v

Microsoft specifically recommends the !analyze debugger extension as useful for investigating Bug Check 0x7E.

10. Can Windows Update cause SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED?

The problem can appear after an update, particularly when a driver or firmware component becomes incompatible. Correlation does not automatically prove that Windows Update itself is defective.

11. Should I uninstall the latest Windows update?

Only when the timing and diagnostic evidence strongly suggest that the update or an associated driver change caused the problem. Look for updated drivers or a subsequent fix rather than permanently remaining unpatched.

12. Can antivirus software cause this BSOD?

Kernel-level security software uses low-level drivers, so defective or incompatible security drivers can potentially contribute to BSODs. Check the crash dump before assuming the antivirus is responsible.

13. Will SFC fix SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED?

It can help when corrupted Windows system files contribute to the problem, but it will not fix defective hardware or every third-party driver problem.

14. Should I run DISM before SFC?

Microsoft's current repair guidance recommends running:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

before:

sfc /scannow

when repairing corrupted Windows components/system files.

15. Can BIOS cause SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED?

Firmware and ACPI compatibility issues can contribute to Stop 0x7E. Microsoft recommends checking with the hardware vendor for relevant firmware updates.

16. Why does the computer work in Safe Mode?

Safe Mode loads a limited set of files and drivers. If the problem disappears there, this helps narrow the investigation toward components loaded during normal startup.

17. Can overheating cause this error?

Severe hardware instability caused by overheating can contribute to crashes, particularly under load. Check temperatures if crashes occur during gaming or intensive processing.

18. Should I reinstall Windows?

Not initially. First investigate drivers, dump files, RAM, firmware, hardware changes and system-file integrity. Reinstallation should generally be a later recovery option.

19. Is SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED dangerous?

The BSOD itself is a protective stop mechanism, but repeated crashes should not be ignored. They can cause interrupted work and may indicate defective drivers, unstable hardware or another underlying problem.

20. How can I stop SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED permanently?

There is no universal single command. A permanent fix requires identifying the actual cause—such as an incompatible driver, unstable RAM, firmware problem or corrupted Windows component—and correcting that specific problem.

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