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8 Solutions to Fix Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled

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Jan 15, 2024 • Filed to: Windows Computer Solutions • Proven solutions

Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled is a Windows 10 issue that mostly occurs during boot time. Though it can also happen anytime, even if you are in the middle of your work, it creates a lot of inconveniences whenever it does. Apart from malfunctioned drivers, it can also be caused because of system incompatibility, memory conflicts, and various other reasons.

Whenever it System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled error occurs, your computer shuts down and gets frozen with a blue screen. Based on system configuration, your computer may reboot itself. But no matter how many times you try to restart your computer, you will always see the BSOD error with an error message and stop code. The article features some of the best possible solutions you can use to fix this BSOD issue. It also features an efficient way to recover lost data because of the error.

Part 1: 8 Solutions to Fix Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled

Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled is not a huge deal to fix as it might look at first. Often the BSOD error gets fixed on its own, but mostly it doesn't and requires to be solved manually. Now, there are many ways the error can be fixed. As mentioned earlier, several possible reasons might be giving rise to the situation. Each method mentioned in the article targets a different possible root cause of the error.

Now, you might be thinking how in the world will I be able to implement these methods without turning on the computer? Well, you can start your computer in safe mode to apply these methods.

To begin your laptop in safe mode, restart your computer and press the 'F8' key at 1-sec interval to open Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). Once it opens, select 'Safe mode with networking.'

And if you couldn’t access WinRE on your laptop, you can use an external monitor. Connect your laptop and external monitor using HDMI cables and follow the process mentioned above.

Here are some of the effective solutions you can use to get rid of the error.

Solution 1: Uninstall the Recently Installed the Third-Party Program

As seen in several cases, an incompatible software application may cause significant system issues. You may have recently installed any third-party program, post which you started getting System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled. Often we download and install an application that isn’t compatible with the system configuration. In such a case, you may witness a BSOD error.

Follow the steps below to uninstall any recently downloaded program.

Step 1: Tap on Windows and R keys at the same time to open the ‘Run’ dialogue box.

Step 2: Type ‘Control panel’ and click on ‘Enter.’

Step 3: Go to 'Programs and Features' to see all programs on your computer.

Step 4: Click on the 'Size' column that comes below the 'Organize' tab. It will set all installed programs by date. Now, you'll be able to see the recently downloaded programs.

Step 5: Now, right-click on the programs to uninstall or delete them.

Now, restart your computer and check if the issue is solved or not.

Solution 2: Enter Safe Mode and Fix System Thread Exception Not Handled Error

The steps to how to enter safe mode are already explained earlier. Now, to fix the system thread exception not handled the error, you need to learn the meaning of the file name associated with the stop code errors. These file names are associated with a particular driver. For example, atikmdag.sys is associated with AMD Display Graphics Driver, and wifi class.sys is related to Cisco wireless access points.

Now, to fix the Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled error, reboot the drive to open the recovery mode and follow the below steps.

Step 1: Go to Troubleshoot and navigate to Advanced Options.

Step 2: Click on ‘Command Prompt’ and write the following commands
cd
cd windows\system. 32\drivers
ren FILENAME.sys FILENAME.old (You have to write the name of the file in ‘FILENAME’)

Step 3: Close the command prompt and Reboot.

The above steps should solve the blue screen error. If it doesn’t, try the following methods to fix the issue.

Solution 3: Check and Repair Windows System Files

One of the common contributors to Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled error is corrupt system files. You can use check the hard drives to solve the issue. Follow the CHKDSK command lines for repairing the malfunctioned system files.

Step 1: Tap on Windows + R keys to open the jump list.

Step 2: Select ‘Command Prompt’ as admin.

Step 3: Write ‘chkdsk c: /f /r’ and press ‘Enter.’

It might take some time for the process to get completed. Once it’s done, restart your computer and check if the error is solved. If it is, then great! If it doesn't, then there must be something else causing the issue.

Solution 4: Reinstall the Intel Graphics Driver

If a technical glitch in the current version of the driver causing the issue, reinstalling the Intel Graphic Driver might solve the System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled error. To reinstall the graphic driver, you have to install it uninstall it first. Follow the process to know how to do so.

Step 1: Click on Windows and X simultaneously to select the device manager from the list.

Step 2: Expand the ‘Disk drives’ option and right-click on the driver option to uninstall the device.

Step 3: Go to the Intel support website and click on the ‘Intel Driver and Support Assistant Installer option.’ Make sure that your display adapter belongs to the Intel Graphics Adapter family.

Step 4: Tap on the buttons to accept the Intel terms and conditions.

check terms and conditions

Step 5: Now, double-tap on the .exe installer.

Step 6: Check the license agreement, click on the install tab, and restart your computer.

Step 7: In the taskbar, you will get an IDSA tool icon. Right-click on the icon and ‘Check for new drivers’ to complete the process.

Now, the assistant will check your device for a compatible Intel Graphics adapter. Download and install the latest drivers automatically.

Solution 5: Update Graphic Driver

If you update the graphic driver, you might be able to solve System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled. Follow the below steps to know-how.

Step 1: Click on Windows and X at the same time to select the device manager from the list.

Step 2: Expand the ‘Disk drives’ option and right-click on the ‘Update driver’ option.

select update drivers

Step 3: Now, tap on the ‘Search Automatically for Updated Driver Software’ tab.

It will search for the latest updates for the drivers and installs them automatically.

Solution 6: Disable Fast Startup

One of the typical factors that lead to Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled is a fast startup. It’s a feature in Windows 10 that significantly reduces the time it takes for your system to boot-up. So, disabling the fast startup feature might solve the issue.

The steps mentioned below will help you to disable the fast startup feature.

Step 1: Press on 'Windows' + 'R' key at the same time to open the 'Run' dialogue box.

Step 2: Write ‘Control Panel’ and tap on ‘Enter.’

write control panel in dialogue box

Step 3: Open ‘Power Options’ from the control panel.

click on choose what the power buttons do

Step 4: Now, click on ‘Choose what the power buttons do’ followed by ‘Change settings that are currently unavailable.’

Step 5: Uncheck the box named ‘Turn on fast startup (recommended).’

uncheck box turn on fast startup and save changes

Solution 7: Run DISM command

If the Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled error is a result of corrupt or missing files, you can use SFC commands to fix it. But if the error persists even after SFC, you can use the DISM command to resolve the issue. Follow the step by step guide to fix the issue.

Step 1: Tap on Windows + R keys to open the jump list.

Step 2: Now, select 'Command Prompt' as admin.

Step 3: Write ‘DISM/online/Cleanup-Image/CheckHealth’ and tap on ‘Enter.’ This command will check the health of the system files and checks if there’s any corruption inside the local image that needs fixation.

check health command

You can also run an advanced scan to check if Windows 10 images have any issues, which is as followed.

Step 4: Write ‘DISM/online/Cleanup-Image/ScanHealth' in the command prompt. The entire process might take some time to complete.

If you find any issues, you can use the following code to repair the Windows 10 images.

scan health command

Step 5: Type ‘DISM/online/Cleanup-Image/RestoreHealth’ to run an advanced scan and repair files automatically.

restore health command

Solution 8: Reset Windows 10

If your computer is getting Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled or if it’s not running the way it should, reset Windows could be an effective solution. Follow the steps below to know how to do so.

Step 1: Go to the 'Start' tab and tap on 'Settings.'

Step 2: Tap on ‘Update & Security’ and click on the ‘Recovery’ option on the left panel.

Step 3: Click on ‘Reset this PC’ and select ‘Keep my files’ on the following option.

Step 4: Tap on Next -> Reset -> Continue.

After these steps, it might take some time to reset Windows 10. Once it is done, restart the computer and check if it solves the BSOD error.


Part 2: How to Recover Unsaved or Lost Data after this error happens?

As seen in many cases, a Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled error might corrupt the system files and also result in lost data. With the help of the right tools, you might be able to receive all the lost data. Although you can find numerous ways to recover lost data, Recoverit Data Recovery software is among the best in retrieving different types of data files. Whether it’s audio, video, or word document, you can recover them all.

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Now, to recover the lost data, you must first download the application and launch it on your system. Double-click on the Recoverit logo and follow the below steps.

Step 1: Select a Location

To find the unsaved or lost data, you need to choose the location from where you lost your files under the 'Select Location' option. Now, click on the 'Start' tab to initiate the process.

Also, if you know the exact location of the lost data, you can ‘Select Folder’ in the ‘Select Location’ tab.

recoverit interface

Step 2: Scan the location

As soon as you click on the 'Start' tab, Recoverit initiates the thorough scan. Now, if you see your lost data files, you can pause or stop the process any time in between.

operations during scanning

Step 3: Preview and Recover

Recoverit allows you to get a preview of all the files that feature the file size, type, date modified, and more. When you are assured of the files that you wanted, you can simply click on the 'Recover' button.

preview recovered photos

It would be best if you save the data files at a different location. Now, tap on ‘Save’ to store it at a different storage location.


The Bottom Line

If you have sufficient knowledge about the Stop Code System_Thread_Exception_Not_Handled error, it is not that big of a problem to solve. The article provides all the necessary information to solve this BSOD issue. If you have lost any data due to the error, you can always use Recoverit Data recovery software to retrieve any time of data.

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