Do you ever feel that Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) mistakes are usually encountered during an area that is crucial? There is no proof to back this up however, we do agree that BSOD mistakes can disrupt the workflow. The most common BSOD errors we frequently experience in Windows 10 is ‘Thread Stuck in Device Drivers’. In the next sections, we’ll discuss the issue and offer solutions to fix it.
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What is ‘Thread Stuck in Device Drivers’ Error?
The problem occurs when a driver is in an endless loop, waiting for the related hardware to enter the state of idle. The cause of this error is defective or damaged drivers, and is easily fixable. Additionally, the issue is classified under BSOD as the system is unable to function with a black screen. The blue one is displayed when an error occurs with the message ‘Thread stuck in Device Drivers’ at the lower left.
We have provided solutions in the sections below to resolve the issue in your computer. Follow the steps in the order in which they are listed for an immediate solution.
1. Update Windows
If you’re experiencing the message ‘Thread Stuck in Device Drivers’ issue, it could be caused by a bug in Windows. There’s a high possibility that the issue is solved in the latest Windows update. To correct the issue all you need to do is update Windows.
To update the Windows you need to use Windows + I to open the Settings section of the system, and then select the Update & Security option.
The Windows Update tab will be opened as a default option in the ‘Update and Security’ settings. Then, click the “Check for updates” option on the right side to check for updates available.
If there are available updates the update will be downloaded and installed onto your computer. Once the update has been completed make sure the issue is resolved. If not, proceed onto the following fix.
2. Update Driver
As mentioned earlier the error could be caused by outdated drivers. So updating the driver can solve the issue. However how do you determine the driver you need to update?
The first step is to find drivers that have the yellow warning symbol because it’s a sign that the driver is not functioning properly. If you can’t locate one that has the warning symbol begin with the ‘Graphics driver, then move to the driver for Sound, because they’re the ones that are commonly identified as the cause of the error. If this doesn’t work, attempt to update the drivers that you suspect could be the cause of the “Thread Stuck in Device Drivers’ error Based on your experiences and knowledge.
To upgrade the driver Search for the word “Device Manager” in the Start Menu Then, start the application from the results of your search.
In the “Device Manager Look for the Display adapters option. Double-click in it, to open it and look at the drivers that are under it.
Then, right-click on the graphics driver, and choose “Update driver” in the contextual menu.
The “Update Drivers window will start. There are two choices, either allow Windows search for the most suitable available driver for your system or to install it manually. It is recommended to choose the first option as it’s more secure.
There’s a possibility that Windows may not be able to locate the driver, even though an updated version is out there. If that happens you’ll need install it manually. To do this first, you must identify the latest version of the driver.
To determine the latest driver version click on the driver and choose Properties in the contextual menu.
In the box for driver properties go to the tab ‘Driver’ and you will see the driver version listed at the top.
Then, search the internet for the driver you are looking for by using the terms Computer Model, Operating System and Driver Name as keywords Then install the driver on the manufacturer’s official website. Once you’ve downloaded the driver Follow the steps above to update your driver, but make sure you select the ‘Search your computer’s drivers’ feature. You can after that, install it by following the instructions on screen.
3. Uninstall Recent Apps
If you’ve been experiencing the error since you downloaded an application or program and you haven’t uninstalled it, it’s time to remove the application. It is likely that the application is in conflict with the functionality of Windows and causing the error.
If you have a large number of applications on your computer, identifying the exact app may be difficult. If you can remember the moment you first experienced the issue, create an inventory of the apps you downloaded during that time. Once you have your list of them, begin to uninstall each one at a time and verify if the ‘Thread Stuck within Device Drivers error has been solved.
To remove an app you need to use Windows + R to open the command ‘Run’, type ‘appwiz.cpl in the text box then hit Enter or click on “OK” at the bottom of the screen to launch it.
Now, you will be able to see the list of applications that are installed in your computer. Choose the one you believe is causing the issue and then click “Uninstall” at the top. Follow the instructions on screen to complete the uninstall procedure.
Once the app has been removed Restart your computer and verify if you’re still experiencing the error. If not, you can begin uninstalling the other applications in your list.
4. Run SFC Scan
The SFC scan detects corrupted systems files, and then replaces them with a cached copy that is stored in your computer. If you’re experiencing the error because of a corrupt system file, the SFC scan will correct it for you.
To perform the SFC scan, type Command Prompt within the Start Menu and then right-click on the result of your search then choose the option to run as administrator in the contextual menu.
In the Command Prompt window enter or copy the command below and hit Enter to run it.
sfc /scannowThe scan will begin immediately while you’ll be informed of this in the command prompt itself.
The scan can take about a minute to finish and could be to be stuck from time. However, don’t stop the scan before letting it run its course. Once the scan has been completed, the user will know of any damaged files were discovered and repaired. Then, restart your computer and verify if the issue has been fixed.
5. Run DISM Tool
If the scan ‘SFC did not solve the “Thread Stuck within Device Drivers’ error, you could opt for the option of DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management). This tool checks the health of your system and fixes any issues that are discovered in the operating system you’re currently logged in to.
To launch the DISM tool, open the Command Prompt with administrator access, as described in the previous fix. Enter the following commands one at a time then press Enter to run the commands.
Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealthDism /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealthDism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealthAfter you’ve executed these three steps, reboot your computer and verify that the issue is resolved.
6. Update BIOS
In certain instances it could be the BIOS which is causing the ‘Thread Stuck within Device Drivers’ error, so upgrading the BIOS could fix the issue. However, changing the BIOS is a lengthy process and any issue that occurs during the process of updating it could cause your computer to become useless. So, it is important to be extremely cautious. Before you update the BIOS, you should search on the internet to determine if the BIOS update will correct the issue in your situation. If not, you can move on to the next solution.
First, you must verify the BIOS version you are using Download the BIOS file from the internet and then upgrade the BIOS. Once you’ve updated it, verify that the issue is resolved.
Note that updating the BIOS is a complex procedure and requires an extensive research prior to proceeding with it.
7. System Restore
If none of these solutions have helped to resolve the “Thread Stuck within Device Drivers’ error, you should choose to go with the ‘System Restore’ option. This will allow you to restore your Windows back to a time in the past when the error didn’t occur. System restore doesn’t erase the data on your computer However, it could take out some programs or alter the settings.
After running “System Restore”, the BSOD error would be resolved and you won’t have to deal with it again.
There are many errors that we all face in Windows 10, but with the correct set of solutions you can fix most of them, as we encountered with the “Thread Stuck within Device Drivers’ error. Once the error has been fixed it is possible to continue working on your system in peace and not worrying about when you’ll encounter it next time.