Your pc ran into a problem and needs to restart - Windows 8 error

"Your pc ran into a problem and needs to restart" one of the most common erros on Windows 8. If you are familiar with the image below than  fear not because you have found the right place to help you out.

In Windows 8, the only fix is restarting your computer. That means your programs will automatically close and unfortunately you will lose your unsaved work. 

So why does this "Your pc ran into a problem and needs to restart"  error show up? It is actually a precautionary alert that halts system processes to avoid corrupting data or damaging your computer. For example, if an unknown hardware device appears to pose a threat to your computer, it may trigger a "stop code," which will abruptly stop the current processes.

While multiple stop codes can cause Windows to shut down, the most common is the "DPC Watchdog Violation." This error, often displayed as "DPC_WATCHDOG_VIOLATION," has a bug check value of 0x00000133, which may also appear in the error message. DPC stands for "Deferred Procedure Call." The violation happens when the bug checker, called a "watchdog," detects a DPC that is running too long. This typically happens when the DPC is stuck at an interrupt request level (IRQL) of DISPATCH_LEVEL or above.

What causes DPC Watchdog Violations?

Several things can cause a DPC Watchdog Violation to be triggered in Windows 8. One of the most common is an SSD drive that has old firmware not supported by Windows 8. Another likely cause is an outdated driver for one of your hardware components. For example, if yoursound card driver does not support Windows 8, simply plugging in a set of headphones could produce a DPC Watchdog Violation error. While not as common, software installations that affect your system software could also lead to DPC Watchdog Violations and the corresponding blue screen of death.

How do I fix DPC Watchdog Violations?

If the "Your pc ran into a problem and needs to restart"  errors are hardware related, the best thing to do is update the firmware of your components and the associated drivers. Firmware and driver updates are usually available in either the Support or Downloads section of most hardware manufacturers websites. If the errors are software related, you can either reinstall the program(s) you may think may have started producing the errors or use Windows' "System Restore" function to fix potential system software issues.

If you have tried the above options and you still are experiencing DPC Watchdog Violation errors, you can use "Action Center," a control panel available in both Windows 7 and Windows 8. This panel displays important system messages and provides recommendations on how to resolve problems. If you still have errors after using Action Center, they may be caused by faulty hardware. If this is the case, you may need to have your PC examined by a technician who can diagnose what component needs to be replaced.

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How to repair Windows 8 using Automatic repair

How to repair windows 8 using automatic repair is a question you may ask yourself as Windows 8 comes with a new a recovery feature called Automatic Repair that attempts to automatically diagnose and fix common issues that may cause Windows 8 to not start properly, not all problems might be solved but this tool can come pretty handy. Automatic Repair will start automatically when Windows is unable to start properly. Once started, it will scan various settings, configuration options, and system files for corrupt files and settings.  If it detects anything, it will automatically attempt to fix them for you.

Lets take a look how to repair Windows 8. To access Automatic Repair in the Windows Recovery Environment you need to go to the Windows 8 Start Screen and type Advanced. When the search results appear click on the Settings category as shown below.

 Now click on the option labeled Advanced startup options and you will be brought to the General PC Settings screen. Scroll down to the bottom until you see an option labeled Advanced startup. Click on the Restart now button and Windows 8 will restart your computer and go directly into the Advanced Startup options menu.

Now click on the Troubleshoot button and then the Advanced options button. When the advanced options screen opens, click on the Automatic Repair option. Your computer will now reboot and you will then be shown a screen where Windows states it is preparing Automatic Repair. When it is done, you will be shown a screen where you need to select an Administrator account that you wish to login with.

Please click on the account you wish to use. If your account has a password on it, you will be required to enter it and then click on the Continue button to continue with the automatic repair. Automatic will now start and attempt to diagnose the problem with your computer.

The automatic repair process can take a quite a while, so please be patient while Automatic Repair attempts to find a repair startup problems in Windows 8. During this process your computer may reboot. This is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about. Once the automatic repair process has completed it will tell if you if it was able to repair anything. If it was not able to repair anything you will be shown a prompt asking if you wish to shutdown or use some other tools.

At this point, if your computer is still unable to start up, you should you click on the Advanced options button, followed by Troubleshoot, and finally Advanced options. On this screen you can select other tools to use to diagnose your problem. For a failed automatic repair, the best step to try next is to use System Restore, which has a guide listed below. Did the post " How to repair Windows 8" using automatic repari help you? If you have more questions please take a look at our other posts.

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Windows 8 disable signature

Windows 8 is known for its "peculiar" character when it comes to driving you into massive "usb and driver frustration".

If you google the list of W8 problems you will probably need to bring a cold drink and take a good seat because you will stay in there untill youve gained roots and grey hair.

Do not despair I may have a solution (well kinda).

In my post "Windows 8 disable signature " I want to explain you how to solve the following problem:

Now, I figured that many people complain about code 52: " Windows cannot verify the digital signature for the drivers required for this device. A recent hardware or software change might have installed a file that is signed incorrectly or damaged, or that might be malicious software from an unknown source. (Code 52) "
This type or error occurs when a driver may be unsigned or corrupted.

You might want to ask yourself why a driver would be corrupted if you just bought your brand new computer plus Windows 8, I would like to give you a complex answer but I prefer saying: It's Windows 8, don't expect too much from the new updated version of blind man 8, he may look fancier, but we can asure you he still doesn't see shit.

Now there are several ways to trick Windows 8 into ignoring code 52  for example taking a hammer and molesting the crap out of it. That would probably fix all your problems for ever.

But lets take a more peaceful aproach.

Ready to find out how to disable signature in windows 8? Here we go:

   1) Put your mouse in the bottom right corner of your desktop untill the settings bar shows up.

    2) Click on "Settings"

 

  3) Click on " Change PC settings" .

    4) Click on General

 

     5 ) Advanced startup and "Restart now"

 

   6) Click Troubleshoot

 

    7) Advanced options

 

    8) Start-up Settings

 

    9) Click Restart

 

    10) Click "F7" 

11) Now you can install your drivers and signature verification will be ignored.

Was the article  "Windows 8 disable signature" helpful? We hope so.

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How to fix windows 8

Welcome to my " How to fix Windows 8" blog. Writen out of desperation as you may guess I have Windows 8 installed and started searching about Windows 8 errors since they hapen to be very common.

I came across an interesting article called " 13 Things Microsoft Needs To Fix In Windows 8" that reproduced exactely what I was thinking at the moment, but, more than that inspired me to write my own blog to help other desperate users fix their problems. As a little computer freak and friend of other computer lovers I found it my divine obligation to inform you about possible solutions to common Windows 8 errors.

" How to fix windows 8 " is a blog that can take away your desperation and make you relax from all the pain, so we hope and so it shall be!

If you have any questions or information you would like to see added to " How to fix Windows 8"  or any question about windows 8 errors just let us know.

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