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How to Fix Surface Pro 4 Black Screen of Death Errors
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Updated onMarch 27, 2024
updated onMarch 27, 2024
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In recent years, Microsoft had a lot of issues with its hardware. TheSurface Proseries was advertised as the main competitor to MacBooks and Chromebooks, but they fell short in the hardware department at least.
One of the most common debilitating errors on Surface Pro 4 is theBlack Screen of Deathafter users put the device in Sleep or Hibernation mode.
Even though lots of tech-savvy users pointed out a software problem, we never found a software-related resolution for this unwelcome occurrence.
At least if you want to keep the Sleep mode as an option, you can always navigate to Power Options and, under the Advanced menu, enable Hibernation and stick with it instead.
Two solutions (which work for most users) concern hardware workarounds.
The bad thing about this is – besides the apparent extra effort a user of a premium device needs to put into resolving this – it won’t solve it for good. It might not solve it, and the warranty service will be necessary.
How can I fix the Surface Pro 4 Black Screen of Death errors?
1. Reset the device
After that, your device should spring back into action. Even though it’s an unusual solution, it worked for many users, so make sure you try it out. Remember, it even fixed theblack screen on Surface Go 3.
2. Use dedicated software
This Black Screen of Death error is not so standard and is not as alarming as the infamous Blue Screen of Death error.
However, they are disturbing as you can’t use your device correctly. Another solution besides tweaking your hardware is to use adedicated repair solutionto fix all Windows errors.
These tools can provide helpful support for Windows errors, BSoD issues, or other virus damages that can harm your PC.
There is another solution found online that involves heating the Surface Pro 4. Still, we don’t recommend such a procedure as it can lead to severe issues, and your warranty might be affected.
With the exception of those two, we couldn’t find a solution or workaround to address the issue definitively.
If you know an alternative solution applicable to this scenario, please tell us in the comments section below.
Aleksandar Ognjanovic
Aleksandar’s main passion is technology. With a solid writing background, he is determined to bring the bleeding edge to the common user. With a keen eye, he always spots the next big thing surrounding Microsoft and the Windows OS.
Focused on Windows errors and how to solve them, he also writes about the OS’s latest features as well as its interface.
In his free time, he likes to read, listen to music, and enjoy the nature. Hiking is one of his newly found passions.
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