How to fix error 0x00000044 in Windows 11

Solution Steps

1. 1 Boot into Safe Mode: Restart your PC and press F8 (or Shift + Restart) to access Advanced Startup Options. Choose Safe Mode with Networking. This loads only essential drivers, which helps isolate the problem. If the error doesn't occur in Safe Mode, a third-party driver is likely the culprit.
2. 2 Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic: Press Windows key + R, type 'mdsched.exe', and press Enter. Choose 'Restart now and check for problems'. This tests your RAM for errors. Faulty memory can cause random crashes, including this one.
3. 3 Update or roll back drivers: Open Device Manager by pressing Windows key + X and selecting Device Manager. Look for devices with a yellow exclamation mark. Right-click the device (especially storage, network, or USB controllers) and select 'Update driver'. If the error started after a recent driver update, select 'Properties' → 'Driver' → 'Roll Back Driver'.
4. 4 Run System File Checker and DISM: Open Command Prompt as administrator (right-click Start → 'Terminal (Admin)'). Run 'sfc /scannow' to repair corrupted system files. Then run 'DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth' to fix the system image. These tools can repair underlying system corruption that might trigger the bug check.
5. 5 Check for hardware issues: If the error persists, disconnect any recently added hardware. Test your RAM with MemTest86 (create a bootable USB) and test your hard drive with the manufacturer's diagnostic tool. Faulty hardware is a common cause of this bug check.