1. Use Startup Repair
- Boot into the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE)
- Go to Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Repair
- Allow Windows to diagnose and repair boot and session issues
2. Repair System and Boot Files
- In WinRE, open Command Prompt (Admin)
- Run the following commands:
sfc /scannow
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
- Restart the system and check for stability
3. Check and Repair Disk Errors
- In WinRE, open Command Prompt
- Type:
- chkdsk C: /f /r
- Let the scan repair the file system and sector-level errors
4. Test RAM for Errors
- Press Win + R, type mdsched.exe, and press Enter
- Choose Restart now and check for problems
- Replace or reseat the memory modules if errors are detected
5. Uninstall Recent Updates or Software
- Go to Control Panel → Programs → Programs and Features
- Remove any recent updates or incompatible applications
- Restart the system and observe performance
6. Perform a System Restore
- Access WinRE → Troubleshoot → Advanced Options → System Restore
- Select a restore point created before the issue began
- Complete the rollback and restart the system
7. Clean Install Windows (Last Resort)
- Back up important data
- Perform a clean Windows installation to replace corrupted files and restore system integrity
The 0x0000006E (SESSION3_INITIALIZATION_FAILED) BSOD indicates a critical failure in initialising Windows session components, often due to corrupted system files, hardware issues, or disk errors.
To resolve this issue effectively:
- Use Startup Repair
- Run SFC and DISM scans
- Check and repair disk errors
- Test RAM for stability
- Uninstall recent updates or perform a System Restore
If problems persist, consider a clean installation of Windows or replacing faulty hardware to restore system reliability and prevent future crashes.