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Kmode Exception Not Handled: How to Fix This BSOD Boot Loop

It’s easy to correct the problem with our expert solutions

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Updated onMarch 21, 2024

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Kmode Exception Not Handled is aBlue Screen of Death errorencountered on all recent iterations of the OS, including Windows 10.

Unlike other BSODs, this one may crash the PC on the login screen, making it challenging to troubleshoot things. Many users reported the error in Safe Mode, and some had KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED on startup.

Fret not! We have tested things and come up with a comprehensive list of solutions.

What causes KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED?

Some of the reasons you may encounter the error are:

The solutions we found may also work for other errors listed below:

How do I fix the Kmode exception not handled?

Before we head to the other slightly more time-consuming solutions, here are a few quick tricks that worked for many:

1. Update the problematic drivers

Missing or corrupt drivers can sometimes cause a KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED error in Windows 10. To fix this problem, updating the problematic one or installing the missing drivers is recommended.

This error is often related to your network adapter or the graphics driver, so start by updating those first. You can also visit your manufacturer’s website for the latest driver version.

If updating your drivers doesn’t work, or you do not have the necessary computer skills to update/fix the drivers manually, we strongly recommend you use a third-party repair tool.

The automatic driver updaterOutbyte Driver Updaterwill quickly repair driver issues by scanning your PC for older, lost, or damaged drivers, then updating to the most recent compatible version.

Outbyte Driver Updater

2. Reinstall the corrupt driver

Some users reported corrupt drivers as the underlying cause behind theKmode Exception Not Handlederror in Windows 10. So, make to check for these as well.

This method works when an updated version of the driver is not available. Otherwise, we recommend installing that instead of a fresh copy of the same performance.

3. Perform a System Restore

1.PressWindows+Rto openRun.

In theRundialog box, typerstrui.exe, and then clickOK.

3.Choose theCreate a different restore pointoption, and clickNext.

4.Select a restore point from the list and then click onNext.

5.Now, review the restore details, and clickFinish.

6.After the restore is complete and the system restarts, look for the latest version of Windows 10 and install it.

A trick that can help users fix theKmode Exception Not Handlederror when the previous update wasn’t properly installed is to perform a system restore.

4. Rename the problematic file

As previously mentioned, a specific software can cause theKmode Exception Not HandledBSOD error on Windows 10.

Other programs that led to the error include:

Some users also fixed things by uninstalling these apps or related ones. For instance, if you have any games published byRiot Games, remove them or change the file’s name.

Remember that changing the name of these files isn’t always the best solution because it can lead to even more system instability.

Another way to quickly and efficiently solve the Kmode Exception Not Handled BSOD error is to use arepair tool.

5. Update the BIOS

In some cases, theKmode Exception Not Handlederror can be caused due to an outdated version of BIOS. We recommend checking the computer manual to find the exact process to update the BIOS.

Also, read all abouthow to update your BIOS; it may come in handy if you’re looking for more information on the process.

6. Uninstall recent Windows updates

7. Test the RAM for issues

In case the built-in utility doesn’t work, you can tryMemTest86+, an open-source memory repair tool that runs extensive tests to find out the minutest of the issues with the RAM and eliminate them.

If issues are detected and can’t be repaired by the tool, we recommend you replace the RAM module. Or, if you have multiple sticks installed, remove the problematic one. This should, in all likelihood, fix theKmode Exception Not Handlederror.

These were the best fixes forKmode Exception Not HandledBSOD error and have helped most users get things up and running.

Alternatively, you could prepare beforehand for such events and install adedicated tool to repair BSoD errorsand never have to worry about them again.

If you have any other suggestions or solutions that worked for you, leave us a note in the comments section below.

Kmode Exception Not Handled: How to Fix This BSOD Boot Loop#

What causes KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED?#

How do I fix the Kmode exception not handled?#

1. Update the problematic drivers#

Outbyte Driver Updater#

2. Reinstall the corrupt driver#

3. Perform a System Restore#

4. Rename the problematic file#

5. Update the BIOS#

6. Uninstall recent Windows updates#

7. Test the RAM for issues#