Error Code
What is Windows Error Code 0x00000077 ?
Have you ever turned on your computer and seen a big blue screen with a sad face and an error code like this one?
0x00000077
This is called KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERROR. Let’s learn what it means and how to fix it easily.
🧠 Simple Explanation of the Error
What does it mean?
Your computer’s “brain” (the kernel) can’t find some important data it needs. So it shows this error and stops everything.
📋 Why Does This Error Happen?
| Cause | Simple Explanation |
|---|---|
| Bad RAM | RAM is like short-term memory. If broken, your PC gets confused. |
| Hard Disk Problem | Computer can’t find important files on the disk. |
| Virus | Bad software that messes with files. |
| Corrupted System Files | Important Windows files are broken or missing. |
| BitLocker Problems | BitLocker can’t unlock encrypted data properly. |
🛠️ BitLocker and the 0x00000077 Error
If BitLocker can’t read needed pages from the disk, this error may appear.
🚩 How Can You Know It’s
0x00000077 Error?
- Blue Screen with error code 0x00000077
- Message: “KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERROR”
- Computer restarts or gets very slow
🧰 How to Fix Windows Error Code 0x00000077
🧪 Step 1: Restart Your Computer
Sometimes, a simple restart can fix the issue.
🧹 Step 2: Check for Viruses
- Open Windows Security
- Click Virus & threat protection
- Run a Full Scan
💾 Step 3: Check Your Hard Disk
Use Command Prompt:
chkdsk C: /f /r
Press Y, then restart your computer.
🧠 Step 4: Check Your RAM
- Press
Windows + R, typemdsched.exe - Press Enter
- Click “Restart now and check for problems”
🔐 Step 5: BitLocker Recovery
- Find and enter your BitLocker Recovery Key
- To disable BitLocker (if necessary), use:
manage-bde -off C:
🔄 Step 6: Update Your Drivers
- Open Device Manager
- Right-click drivers (Disk, Storage, etc.) and click Update Driver
🧰 Step 7: Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool
- Run
mdsched.exe - Check for RAM problems
💡 Step 8: System File Check
sfc /scannow
This fixes broken system files.
🔄 Step 9: Restore System
- Open System Restore
- Choose a restore point
- Follow the prompts
🔃 Step 10: Reset Your PC
- Open Settings > System > Recovery
- Click Reset this PC
- Choose whether to keep files
🧾 Summary of All Steps in Table
| Step | Action | What It Does |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Restart PC | Fresh start |
| 2 | Virus Scan | Removes malware |
| 3 | CHKDSK | Fixes hard drive |
| 4 | RAM Check | Finds memory issues |
| 5 | BitLocker Recovery | Unlocks encrypted files |
| 6 | Update Drivers | Fixes compatibility |
| 7 | Memory Diagnostic | Checks RAM again |
| 8 | SFC Scan | Fixes system files |
| 9 | System Restore | Go to earlier safe point |
| 10 | Reset PC | Fresh Windows |
🙋♂️ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
❓ What does error 0x00000077 mean?
It means the kernel can’t read important data from the disk.
❓ Is this a virus?
Not always. Run a scan to check.
❓ Can BitLocker cause this?
Yes, if the drive is encrypted and unreadable.
❓ Where is my BitLocker Recovery Key?
- Microsoft Account online
- Printed copy
- USB drive
❓ Should I reset my PC?
Only if other fixes don’t work.
❓ Can I fix this myself?
Yes, follow the steps carefully and ask for help if needed.
🧠 Extra Tips for Parents or Guardians
- Backup important files
- Store BitLocker recovery keys safely
- Keep antivirus up to date
- Update Windows regularly
- For trouble shooting tricks of more error types, please go to my blog page.
Even if neither the problem is solved not interested with the provided tips, you can always go to Microsoft.
Here you can clarify your every doubt as Microsoft is the sole creator of both Windows as well as Bitlocker Recovery Keys. So feel free to visit any type of doubts you want to be clearified.