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Fix: The Storage Control Blocks Were Destroyed Error

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Updated onMarch 18, 2024

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If you’re getting theERROR_ARENA_TRASHEDerror, with the descriptionThe storage control blocks were destroyed,this means that some files got corrupted.

Thiserrorcan occur in various situations, such as when playing games, installing Windows updates, or installing third-party apps and programs.

How do I fix the ERROR_ARENA_TRASHED error code?

How do I fix the ERROR_ARENA_TRASHED error code?

1. Run a full system scan

Malware may cause various issues on your computer, includingerrors. Perform a full system scan in order to detect any malware running on your computer. You can use Windows’ built-in antivirus, Windows Defender, orthird-party antivirussolutions.

2. Repair your registry

You can use Microsoft’sSystem File Checkerto check for system file corruption but the easiest way to repair your registry is to use a dedicated tool.

If you want to find out more about registry cleaners, check out our article onthe best registry cleaners to useon Windows 10 PCs.

3. Updates OS version in Windows 10

Windows will now check for new updates and download them in the background.

Ensure you’re running the latest Windows OS updates on your machine. As a quick reminder, Microsoft constantly updates Windows to improve the system’s stability and fix various issues.

If you’re looking for a particular update, go toMicrosoft’s Update Catalog website. Simply type the KB number of the respective update, hit Enter and then click on the download button.

And if you encountered thePlease insert the external storage media and press OK message while updating Windows, this guide can help.

4. Perform a clean boot

  1. On theStartuptab > click onOpen Task Manager.

  2. Now on theStartuptab inTask Manager >Select all items > clickDisable.

  3. Close theTask Manager.

  4. On theStartuptab of theSystem Configurationdialog box >clickOK>restart your computer.

For more information on how to perform a clean boot on other Windows versions, check outMicrosoft’s support page.

5. Uninstall and reinstall the apps affected by the ERROR_ARENA_TRASHED message

If the ERROR_ARENA_TRASHEDerrorcode occurs when using a particular app or program, try uninstalling and reinstalling the respective programs. Also, if thiserroroccurs shortly after installing a new app or program, try uninstalling the respective app or program.

We hope the solutions listed above helped you fixThe storage control blocks were destroyederrorcode. If you’ve encountered other workarounds to fix thiserror, you can list the troubleshooting steps in the comment section below.

A systemerroris a software malfunction that causes the operating system to no longer work properly. Systemerrorsare commonly fatal and may require a hardware device to be repaired or replaced.

Madalina Dinita

Networking & Security Specialist

Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.

She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.

Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.

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Madalina Dinita

Networking & Security Specialist

Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.