System Service Exception Error: Fixed and Eradicated!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\nA SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error happens for a few reasons: graphic user interface errors, corrupted system files, and issues with outdated or corrupt drivers amongst others.<\/p>\n
Given that there is such a range of potential SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION causes, there are also several methods for fixing the issue. Some might\u00a0fix your Windows system errors, while others won\u2019t.<\/p>\n
\u00a0The 5 Most Common Windows Errors and How to Fix Them<\/span>Don’t let a Blue Screen of Death ruin your Windows experience. We’ve collected causes and solutions for the most common Windows errors so you can fix them when they pop up.<\/span>Read More<\/span><\/p>\nThe main course of action is updating drivers and checking your Windows 10 file system for errors, but you should work through the list below until the SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error disappears for good.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How to Fix a System Service Exception Error<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/span>1. Update Windows 10<\/span><\/h3>\nThe first thing to do is\u00a0check that Windows 10 is completely up to date. Outdated system files can cause unexpected errors. Checking for a pending update is a quick and easy way to figure out if that is what is causing your issue.<\/p>\n
\u00a0How to Manage Windows Update in Windows 10<\/span>For control freaks, Windows Update is a nightmare. It works in the background, and keeps your system safe and running smoothly. We show you how it works and what you can customize.<\/span>Read More<\/span><\/p>\n\n
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Hit\u00a0Windows key + I<\/strong>\u00a0to open the Settings panel. Now, head to\u00a0Update & Security<\/strong>, then check under\u00a0Windows Update<\/strong>\u00a0for any pending updates. If there is an update, save any important files, then press\u00a0Restart now<\/strong>. Your system will reboot during the process.<\/p>\n<\/span>2. Update System Drivers<\/span><\/h3>\nWindows Update keeps your system drivers up to date. Automating the process means your system drivers are less likely to fall behind their recommended version\u2014but that doesn\u2019t mean some won\u2019t fall through the gaps. At other times, Windows doesn\u2019t use the correct driver version.<\/p>\n
To check your latest automatic driver updates, head to\u00a0Update & Security > Windows Update > View update history<\/strong>. Recent driver updates appear here. Now, type\u00a0device manager<\/strong>\u00a0in the Start menu search bar and select the best match. Head down the list and check for an error symbol. If there is nothing, your driver status is likely not the source of the issue.<\/p>\nIf there is a yellow \u201calert\u201d symbol, open the section using the dropdown arrow, then right-click the problem-driver and select\u00a0Update driver<\/strong>. Select\u00a0Search automatically for updated driver software<\/strong>\u00a0to let Windows automate the update process for you.<\/p>\n\n
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Otherwise, you can use a third-party tool to update all your system drivers simultaneously. Check out this list of\u00a0free tools you can use to fix a majority of Windows problems. The first two options\u2014IOBit\u2019s Driver Booster and Snappy Driver Installer\u2014do exactly this.<\/p>\n
\u00a0The Best Free Windows 10 Repair Tools to Fix Any Problem<\/span>If you’re running into system problems or rogue settings, you should use these free Windows 10 repair tools to fix your PC.<\/span>Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>3. Run CHKDSK<\/span><\/h3>\nNext up,\u00a0try running Windows Check Disk from the Command Prompt. CHKDSK is a Windows system tool that verifies the file system and with certain settings, fixes issues as it runs.<\/p>\n
\u00a07 Nifty CHKDSK Features to Use in Windows 10<\/span>CHKDSK (“check disk”) is a Windows diagnostic tool that scans data drive volumes, verifies their integrity, and fixes errors when necessary. Here we highlight the improved CHKDSK features you can find in Windows 8 and…<\/span>Read More<\/span><\/p>\nType\u00a0command prompt<\/strong>\u00a0in your Start menu search bar, then right-click the best match and select\u00a0Run as administrator<\/strong>. (Alternatively, press\u00a0Windows key + X<\/strong>, then select\u00a0Command Prompt (Admin)<\/strong>\u00a0from the menu.)<\/p>\nAdvertisement<\/small><\/div>\nNext, type\u00a0chkdsk \/r<\/strong>\u00a0and press Enter. The command will scan your system for errors and fix any issues along the way.<\/p>\n<\/span>4. Run SFC<\/span><\/h3>\nSystem File Check is another Windows system tool\u00a0that checks for missing and corrupt Windows system files. Sounds like CHKDSK, right? Well, SFC checks for Windows system files specifically, while CHKDSK scans your entire drive for errors.<\/p>\n
\u00a0How to Fix Corrupted Windows System Files With One Command<\/span>If you’re seeing weird issues in Windows, it could be due to system files becoming corrupted. Here’s how to fix them using the System File Checker.<\/span>Read More<\/span><\/p>\nBut before running the SFC command, it is best to double-check that it is completely functional.<\/p>\n
DISM<\/strong>\u00a0stands for Deployment Image Servicing and Management. DISM is an integrated Windows utility with a vast range of functions. In this case,\u00a0the DISM Restorehealth command ensures that our next fix will work properly. Work through the following steps.<\/p>\nAdvertisement<\/small><\/div>\n\n- Type\u00a0Command Prompt (Admin)<\/strong>\u00a0in the Start menu search bar, then right-click and select\u00a0Run as administrator<\/strong>\u00a0to open an elevated Command Prompt.<\/li>\n
- Type the following command and press Enter:\u00a0DISM \/online \/cleanup-image \/restorehealth<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Wait for the command to complete. The process can take up to 20 minutes depending on your system health. The process seems stuck at certain times, but wait for it to complete.<\/li>\n
- When the process completes, type\u00a0sfc \/scannow<\/strong>\u00a0and press Enter.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n