Kernel-Power Critical Error

Windows Event Viewer is a useful feature that shows a convenient log of various system events, including info messages, warnings and errors. A significant portion of the displayed errors can be ignored safely if the computer system is working normally, but one that should be dealt with is the Kernel-Power Critical error (ID 41). This particular error indicates that the computer system was booted up after an improper shutdown procedure. Some of the usual causes include unexpected crashes, sudden loss of power, or if the system stops responding. Due to the large range of possible reasons for the appearance of the Kernel-Power Critical error (ID 41), the solutions also vary in terms of required knowledge.

One of the first steps should be to check the hardware of the system. This means that users will have to open the PC box and tinker with the hardware pieces inside, which some may not be comfortable doing. However, try to remember if any new parts have been added in the days before the Kernel-Power Critical error started appearing. A new graphics unit or a RAM stick could push the power consumption of the whole system beyond the Power Supply Unit threshold, causing sudden shutdowns and restarts.

Another common cause is overheating of the system. Users are advised to download a suitable tool capable of monitoring fan speeds and the inside temperature of the PC box and individual hardware parts.

It might be an upstanding idea to check the Device Manager for any faulty drivers and reinstall them on the software front. The same also can be applied to the BIOS. BIOS stands for Basic Input Output System and represents a software suite that comes with the motherboard. To check for any new BIOS updates, or simply perform a fresh install, head over to your motherboard's manufacturer's official website.