- Run CHKDSK to Scan the Drive
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run:
- chkdsk /f /r
- This will detect and fix file system errors and attempt recovery of bad sectors.
- Check SMART Health of the Drive
Use built-in tools or third-party utilities (e.g., CrystalDiskInfo) to check the SMART status of your HDD/SSD for early signs of failure.
- Update Storage and SATA/RAID Drivers
Open Device Manager, expand IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers or Storage controllers, right-click the device → Update driver. Restart to apply.
1.Remove Third-Party Disk Utilities
Go to Control Panel → Programs and Features and uninstall any disk management, defragmentation, or cleanup tools that might interfere with FSINFO structures.
2.Run SFC and DISM Scans
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run:
sfc /scannow
- Then:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
These tools fix system file corruption affecting disk subsystems.
3.Replace the Drive if Hardware Is Faulty
If SMART indicates failure or CHKDSK reports unreadable sectors, back up data immediately and replace the drive to prevent further data loss.
4.Perform System Restore
If the issue appeared after a recent update or driver installation:
- Go to Control Panel → Recovery → Open System Restore.
- Choose a restore point before the BSODs began and complete the process.