How to fix the “UNEXPECTED_KERNEL_MODE_TRAP” BSOD in Windows 10?

Many users upgrade their system to Windows 10 and face blue screen. UNEXPECTED_KERNEL_MODE_TRAP is a Blue Screen of Death error caused by a hardware failure by an incompatible driver. If you did not have these problems in previous versions of Windows, the problem is not caused by the hardware, it is probably an incompatible driver. Sometimes this error occurs if the connectors are covered with dust, so you will have to clean them. Simple option: take advantage of the guarantee and hire a specialist. But if this error occurred after upgrading to Windows 10, then the problem is with the driver, so let’s see how to fix it.

Remove the problematic driver

This issue occurs due to all kinds of software, but many users say they need to remove Bluetooth, Wireless and Intel RST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology).

• Open the start menu and go to Restart.
• Hold Shift while launching.
• The “Advanced Startup” section will start.
• Go to Troubleshoot> Advanced Options> Startup.
• You should see a safe mode login window.
• Go to Device Manager.
• In Device Manager, locate the problematic driver, right-click and select Uninstall.

Disable software

Your antivirus firewalls may be preventing Windows from starting up and you will have to turn them off to fix the problem. To completely remove your antivirus, it is advised to download a dedicated removal tool from the developer’s website.

Install the latest updates

• Open the Settings app (quick launch Win + I).
• When the Settings app opens, go to the Update & Security section.
• Click Check for Updates.
• If updates are available, Windows will download them in the background and install them.

Use the command line

• Click Win + X and select Command Prompt (Admin).
• Type “chkdsk / rc:” and press Enter.
• You will be prompted to schedule a disk check the next time you restart your PC. Type Y and press Enter.
• Restart your computer and the computer will scan automatically.

Uninstall your graphics card driver

Just uninstall Nvidia (replace with your brand software) from Device Manager. After uninstalling and restarting the PC, the default software will be installed.

Check if the cables are connected correctly

If the connectors are loose, the problem will disappear after correct connection.

Check your RAM

RAM failure is a common cause of blue screen errors. Scan your RAM to determine if it is defective. Try the tool

Memtest86 +

for check. Keep in mind that you will have to test each module separately. A full scan would take an hour to run the test.