Windows 8.1: blue screen after startup - what to do?

If you get a blue screen in Windows 8.1 immediately after starting, you should act quickly. You can usually fix the error yourself. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do about it.

Blue screen on Windows 8.1 - you can do that

Below we show you how to get rid of a blue screen under Windows 8.1:

1. First check whether there are updates for your PC. To do this, call "Windows Update" under "Change PC settings".
2. Often the problem can come about through pre-installed software by the PC manufacturer.
3. Or the blue screen is generated by an incompatible driver.
4. If you have recently installed a new driver or software, it can help if you restore the PC to an earlier version.
5. You can do this with "System Restore". Simply select a desired date on which the PC should be reset and follow the instructions.
6. If this does not help, a restart with the Windows DVD inserted can help.
7. Boot from this DVD and select "Repair" there. Follow the instructions there until the PC reboots again.

Other solutions: blue screen under Windows 8.1

• Perhaps viruses are also to blame for the blue screen. Therefore, check the PC with your antivirus program.
• If you are unsuccessful with these tips, you can also contact your PC manufacturer and explain the matter to them.
• This may then send you a patch or the like.

Reset Windows 8.1 against blue screen - how it works

It can often help if you update the drivers in Windows 8. We will show you this in the next practical tip.