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How to fix error 0x00000050 in Windows 11
Bug Check 0x00000050: PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA — A page fault occurred in a nonpaged area. Faulty hardware or corrupted system files.
Fix based on community reports and expert analysis. Last verified: 2026-08-12
· How we verify fixes
| Error Code | 0x00000050 |
|---|---|
| Affected System | Windows 11 (Microsoft) |
| Difficulty | Critical |
| Estimated Time | 30 min |
| Requires Admin Rights | ⚠️ Yes |
| Requires Reboot | 🔄 Yes |
Solution Steps
- 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 helps isolate the issue to a driver or software.
- 2 Run 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 RAM is a leading cause of this bug check.
- 3 Run System File Checker: Open Command Prompt as administrator (right-click Start → 'Terminal (Admin)'). Run 'sfc /scannow' to repair corrupted system files. This can fix issues with system files that might be causing the page fault.
- 4 Update or roll back drivers: Open Device Manager (Windows key + X → Device Manager). Look for devices with a yellow exclamation mark. Right-click and select 'Update driver'. If the error started after a recent driver update, use 'Roll Back Driver'.
- 5 Check for recently installed software: Uninstall any recently installed programs that might be causing the issue. Go to Settings → Apps → Installed apps, sort by installation date, and remove suspicious software.
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