{"id":19827,"date":"2018-06-08T06:09:51","date_gmt":"2018-06-08T06:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/?p=19827"},"modified":"2026-02-11T06:19:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T06:19:26","slug":"how-to-fix-error-code-0xc0000005-in-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-error-code-0xc0000005-in-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"[Solved] &#8211; Fix Error Code 0xc0000005 in Windows"},"content":{"rendered":"<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><blockquote class=\"note_alert\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tl;dr\">tl;dr<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Error Code 0xc0000005 (Access Violation Exception)<\/strong> typically occurs when a program tries to access memory it is not allowed to use. To fix the Error Code 0xc0000005 (Access Violation Exception):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check RAM:<\/strong> Run the <strong>Windows Memory Diagnostic<\/strong> tool to identify faulty memory sticks, which are the #1 cause of this error.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repair System Files:<\/strong> Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run sfc \/scannow to replace corrupted Windows files.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scan for Malware:<\/strong> Use <strong>Windows Security<\/strong> or your antivirus to check for infections hijacking system processes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clean Boot:<\/strong> Restart Windows with minimal drivers to rule out software conflicts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Update Drivers:<\/strong> Ensure your disk and video drivers are up to date via <strong>Device Manager<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Data Safety:<\/strong> If this error prevents your PC from booting, use <strong>Stellar Data Recovery<\/strong> to extract your files before attempting a full system reset.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote><p>Error code 0xc0000005 is a common Windows error primarily related to memory access violation. It may occur while backing up files or launching any program or application. When a program\/application tries to access memory that is either not allocated or used by another program, the system typically throws this error. Also, a corrupted system file, damaged hardware, such as RAM or hard drive, incompatible software, or even a failed Windows update installation can lead to the 0xc0000005 error.<\/p><p>As a result, this troublesome error can cause your system to hang\/freeze, boot or shut down frequently, or applications to crash, etc. Users sometimes also experience a blue screen with the error code 0xc0000005. These issues eventually put your system and its data at stake. Although it is possible to recover data using professional data recovery software, taking prompt action to fix the error should be your priority.<\/p><p>We&rsquo;ve shared the proven troubleshooting methods to help you fix error code 0xc0000005. However, understanding the relevant stop codes and their possible reasons will help you move in the right direction and apply appropriate methods to fix this error at once.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stop-code-0xc0000005:-related-error-messages\"><strong>Stop Code 0xc0000005: Related Error Messages<\/strong><\/h2><p>You may encounter this error in different circumstances. Here, we&rsquo;ve outlined the most common error messages associated with this stop code and their causes.<\/p><p><strong>Access Violation Error 0xc0000005:<\/strong> This message may pop up while accessing any folder. It is majorly caused due to memory corruption (faulty RAM), malware infection, outdated or corrupt disk drivers, or security updates.<\/p><p><strong>Application Error 0xc0000005:<\/strong> You may see this error message when your system can&rsquo;t process the files and settings to run a particular application or program. It happens while launching any game, software, or app on your computer. Faulty RAM, system file errors, and system settings are the possible causes behind the error.<\/p><p><strong>Windows Update Error 0xc0000005: <\/strong>It usually occurs when your system fails to configure the Windows update during installation. The reason could be system memory or errors with the update installation. It could also be done while installing a buggy update.<\/p><p>No matter why and how the Windows error code 0xc0000005 occurs, you can fix it with the troubleshooting methods shared below.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-8-ways-to-fix-windows-error-code-0xc0000005?\"><strong>Top 8 Ways to fix Windows Error Code 0xc0000005?<\/strong><\/h2><p>You can try the given methods to resolve error code 0xc0000005 on your system. All these methods are DIY (do-it-yourself) and can be performed easily.<\/p><p>Before you start using the methods below, restart your computer. If you can bypass the error screen, start fixing the Windows error code 0xc0000005 by following the given troubleshooting methods!<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check RAM<\/h3><p>Memory corruption is one of the primary reasons behind this error; hence, check the RAM. You can run the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool to test your RAM. This Windows built-in utility checks for issues with the RAM (if any). Follow the given steps to run this tool:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <strong>Windows Memory Diagnostic<\/strong> tool through <strong>Windows Search<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-windows-memory-diagnostic-from-search.jpg\" alt=\"open-windows-memory-diagnostic-from-search\" class=\"wp-image-118923 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-windows-memory-diagnostic-from-search.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-windows-memory-diagnostic-from-search-300x160.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select the <strong>&lsquo;Restart now and check for problems (recommended)<\/strong> &lsquo;on the following prompt.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"411\" height=\"325\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/restart-now-and-check-for-problems.jpg\" alt=\"restart-now-and-check-for-problems\" class=\"wp-image-118924 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/restart-now-and-check-for-problems.jpg 411w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/restart-now-and-check-for-problems-300x237.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 411px) 100vw, 411px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The system will initiate the test after reboot.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Once the scan is done, you&rsquo;ll see the scan results on the screen. If it shows several RAM issues and instructions on how to fix them, follow the instructions. Else, replace your faulty RAM. You can additionally run <a href=\"https:\/\/www.memtest86.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">memtest86<\/a> to test the RAM.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scan PC for Malware<\/h3><p>If your PC is malware-infected, you may receive the error code 0xc0000005. Use Windows Defender Antivirus software to scan your system for malware or viruses. You can run this tool to check for viruses on your system and remove them with the recommended instructions. Follow the given steps to run a Microsoft Defender Antivirus scan:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Press <strong>Windows + S <\/strong>to go to <strong>Windows Search<\/strong> and type <strong>Windows Security<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"761\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-windows-security-from-windows-search.jpg\" alt=\"open-windows-security-from-windows-search\" class=\"wp-image-118925 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-windows-security-from-windows-search.jpg 761w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-windows-security-from-windows-search-300x151.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 761px) 100vw, 761px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It&rsquo;ll directly take you to the window where you&rsquo;ll see multiple options; select <strong>Virus &amp; threat protection<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"795\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-virus-and-threat-protection.jpg\" alt=\"select-virus-and-threat-protection\" class=\"wp-image-118926 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-virus-and-threat-protection.jpg 795w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-virus-and-threat-protection-300x237.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-virus-and-threat-protection-768x607.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 795px) 100vw, 795px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scroll down and click the <strong>Scan<\/strong> <strong>options<\/strong> given under <strong>Quick Scan<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"601\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-scan-options.jpg\" alt=\"select-scan-options\" class=\"wp-image-118927 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" style=\"width:601px;height:560px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-scan-options.jpg 601w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-scan-options-300x280.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/figure><p>On the following prompt, you can choose either <strong>Full scan<\/strong> or <strong>Microsoft Defender Offline scan<\/strong> to check for viruses on your system. Then, click <strong>Scan now<\/strong>.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"698\" height=\"629\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/microsoft-defender-offline-scan-and-then-click-scan-now.jpg\" alt=\"microsoft-defender-offline-scan-and-then-click-scan-now\" class=\"wp-image-118928 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/microsoft-defender-offline-scan-and-then-click-scan-now.jpg 698w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/microsoft-defender-offline-scan-and-then-click-scan-now-300x270.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The scanning will start. Once done, reboot your system and see further instructions to remove the virus (if found).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have any third-party antivirus program installed on your system, ensure it is compatible with your system and free from bugs\/issues. Also, keep the antivirus updated.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Run SFC Scan<\/h3><p>Since the 0xc0000005 exception code may also occur due to missing, outdated, or damaged system files, running the SFC (System File Checker) utility will help you fix the issue. It scans and replaces damaged or faulty ones with their correct versions. Follow the given steps to run the SFC scan:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <strong>Windows Search (Windows +S),<\/strong> type <strong>cmd<\/strong>, and run the command prompt as an administrator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the elevated cmd window, type <strong>SFC\/scannow<\/strong> and hit <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"483\" height=\"257\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-sfc-command.jpg\" alt=\"run-sfc-command\" class=\"wp-image-118929 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-sfc-command.jpg 483w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-sfc-command-300x160.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 483px) 100vw, 483px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The process may take some time. Wait and let the process end. Then, check the instructions and follow them to complete the process. Once done, close the window, restart your system, and check if the issue is resolved.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Update Device Drivers<\/h3><p>You need to check all your device drivers are up to date, as outdated drivers can also be responsible for error code 0xc0000005 (memory access violations). You can update the drivers with the following steps:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Press <strong>Windows + X<\/strong> and select <strong>Device Manager<\/strong> from the available options.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"198\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-device-manager-from-start.jpg\" alt=\"open-device-manager-from-start\" class=\"wp-image-118931 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-device-manager-from-start.jpg 198w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-device-manager-from-start-97x300.jpg 97w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 198px) 100vw, 198px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expand the <strong>Disk Drives<\/strong> category and right-click on the driver. Now, from the available options, choose <strong>Update driver<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-driver-to-update.jpg\" alt=\"select-driver-to-update\" class=\"wp-image-118930 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-driver-to-update.jpg 420w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-driver-to-update-300x255.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select <strong>Search automatically for drivers<\/strong> on the following prompt.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"704\" height=\"554\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/scan-automatically-for-drivers.jpg\" alt=\"scan-automatically-for-drivers\" class=\"wp-image-118932 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/scan-automatically-for-drivers.jpg 704w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/scan-automatically-for-drivers-300x236.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 704px) 100vw, 704px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Windows will look for the latest compatible driver for your device. If any driver version is available, download it and reboot your system.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Perform a Clean Boot<\/h3><p>Performing a clean boot will start Windows with fewer startup programs and drivers. It helps eliminate the software conflicts that may occur when you install a program, application, or update. It also helps determine the problematic apps\/software that may cause the error. You can fix the application error 0xc0000005 in Windows by following the steps given below:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open <strong>Windows Search (Windows + S),<\/strong> type <strong>msconfig<\/strong>, and select <strong>System Configuration<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the <strong>Startup tab &gt; Open Task Manager<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-task-manager-on-startup-tab.jpg\" alt=\"open-task-manager-on-startup-tab\" class=\"wp-image-118933 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-task-manager-on-startup-tab.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/open-task-manager-on-startup-tab-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select the program from the <strong>Startup<\/strong> list and then click <strong>Disable<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"665\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-item-from-startup-list-and-click-disable.jpg\" alt=\"select-item-from-startup-list-and-click-disable\" class=\"wp-image-118934 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-item-from-startup-list-and-click-disable.jpg 665w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-item-from-startup-list-and-click-disable-300x267.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once done, close the <strong>Task Manager<\/strong>. Now, on the <strong>System Configuration<\/strong> window, move to the <strong>Startup tab<\/strong> and click <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reboot your system, and it will boot in a clean boot environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Run CHKDSK Scan<\/h3><p>The Windows error code 0xc0000005 may occur due to a corrupted or faulty hard drive. You can run the Check Disk or CHKDSK scan; it will help you mark the bad sectors on the hard drive and fix the drive corruption (if any). To check this, follow the given steps:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open Command Prompt and run it as administrators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, in the elevated window, type <strong>chkdsk \/f \/r D:<\/strong> and hit <strong>Enter<\/strong>. (Replace <strong>D:<\/strong> with your hard drive letter.)<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"624\" height=\"578\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-chkdsk-command-1.jpg\" alt=\"run-chkdsk-command\" class=\"wp-image-118935 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-chkdsk-command-1.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-chkdsk-command-1-300x278.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It may take a while to complete the scan. Once completed, close the window and reboot your system. Now, see if the error persists.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-table note-alert\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> If your hard drive has bad sectors, CHKDSK will mark them and prevent Windows from storing data from those sectors, eventually causing data loss. Hence, back up your hard drive before running this utility. If you&rsquo;ve already lost data, use reliable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/windows-data-recovery.php\">windows data recovery software<\/a> to recover data from the hard drive.<\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-turn-off-dep\">Turn off DEP<\/h3><p>Data Execution Prevention (DEP) is a Windows built-in system-level memory security feature. It helps prevent damage from security threats or viruses by tracking your programs to ensure they use system memory safely. If a program doesn&rsquo;t run properly when DEP is turned on, it may not be DEP-compatible, and memory access violations may occur. You can turn off DEP for that individual program to remove the error with the following steps:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Run the command prompt as an administrator, type <strong><em>bcdedit.exe \/set {current} nx OptIn <\/em><\/strong>in the elevated window, and hit <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, type <strong><em>bcdedit.exe \/set {current} nx AlwaysOff<\/em><\/strong> command and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"543\" height=\"212\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-bcdedit-command.jpg\" alt=\"run-bcdedit-command\" class=\"wp-image-118936 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-bcdedit-command.jpg 543w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/run-bcdedit-command-300x117.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 543px) 100vw, 543px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Once done, close the window, reboot your system, and check if the issue is fixed.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reset your PC<\/h3><p>If none of the above solutions fix the error 0xc0000005, try to reset your PC. However, it will bring your system to default configurations, causing data loss. Hence, back up your data first and then proceed with this method. Once done with the backup, follow the given steps:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open <strong>Settings (Windows + I)<\/strong> and follow <strong>Update &amp; Security &gt; Recovery &gt; Reset PC<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"896\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-reset-pc-on-recovery-page.jpg\" alt=\"select-reset-pc-on-recovery-page\" class=\"wp-image-118937 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-reset-pc-on-recovery-page.jpg 896w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-reset-pc-on-recovery-page-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-reset-pc-on-recovery-page-768x457.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Next, you&rsquo;ll be given two options: <strong>Keep my files<\/strong> and <strong>Remove everything<\/strong>. It&rsquo;s recommended that you choose <strong>Remove everything<\/strong> to make the process work efficiently.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"677\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-remove-everything.jpg\" alt=\"select-remove-everything\" class=\"wp-image-118938 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-remove-everything.jpg 677w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-remove-everything-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 677px) 100vw, 677px\" \/><\/figure><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Afterward, select <strong>Local reinstall<\/strong> from the provided options.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"447\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-local-reinstall.jpg\" alt=\"select-local-reinstall\" class=\"wp-image-118939 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-local-reinstall.jpg 679w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/select-local-reinstall-300x197.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><\/figure><p>Follow the further given information (if any) to complete the process. Once completed, restart your PC. That should fix the problem.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-to-prevent-system-errors-&amp;-data-loss\"><strong>Tips to Prevent System Errors &amp; Data Loss<\/strong><\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Regularly back up your files to avoid data loss due to a system error.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your OS and software updated, and ensure your system has all the latest security patches installed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid downloading suspicious files online or from spam emails.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor your system performance and address issues promptly to avoid any potential system error.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable <strong>System Restore<\/strong> to create restore points. This will help you return your system to its original functional state while keeping the data until the last restored point.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>De-clutter your files and remove all unwanted or unnecessary data from the system to keep it clean and error-free.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2><p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A stop code 0xc0000005 has been bugging many Windows users lately. The error may occur without warning and cause several issues, such as application crashes, system slowdowns, etc. But fret not! Find out the best ways to fix this error in no time. 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