Windows XP - The Stop 0x0000007B Error

Windows XP has been commonly known to produce some unusually long numbered errors such as the Stop 0x0000007B error. It is specific to only Windows XP and commonly appears when you start your computer using the Windows XP operating system.

There are a few reasons why this error message may appear. Boot sector viruses, device driver issues and hardware installation problems are among a few of the common root causes of this stop error. While these may seem like difficult problems you have with your computer, it is possible to repair the error yourself.

If you receive the general Stop 0x0000007B, you can try one of the two followings options to resolve it. These may or may not work, but if they don’t they will not do any damage to your system. These options are not in any particular order.

• Run your virus scan software to see if a virus may be the cause of the error. The anti-virus program should take care of the potential virus and rectify the situation if this is the cause of the stop error. You will know if this was the cause if the computer runs effectively following the scan. A virus that causes this type of error message is called a boot sector virus. As with any virus, an effective virus program can detect and hopefully remove a harmful virus from your computer, but if problems persist, it is best to seek advanced computer repair or support to ensure that your system is free from problems or the threat of reoccurrence.
• Internal device drivers sometimes become corrupted and/or interfere with new hardware. If this is the case, it will cause a stop error at the time of startup. There is no way to determine with 100% accuracy that this is the cause of a stop error, but it can’t hurt to try this step. If you have installed new devices, it could be that these devices are the cause of the stop error. You can remove or reconfigure any new hardware that you have installed recently, such as a printer or a scanner. Disconnect and then reconnect the hardware and try restarting your computer again. If the stop error continues to appear, obviously you have not gotten to the root of the issue.

As mentioned earlier, this error can be caused by a number of malfunctions, some are internal and difficult to diagnose. It is best to start with the things that may be most evident and can be completed by a computer user with basic knowledge. It is difficult to determine if a virus or new hardware is the cause of the error, but trying these options in the hope of eliminating the issue is worth a shot. If nothing more, you will be able to eliminate a few potential problems and possibly save a few dollars when you bring your computer to the shop for repair.

If your stop error lists one or more of the following: parameter1, parameter2, parameter3 or parameter4, directly after the STOP: 0x0000007B error message, this is a sign of a fatal error meaning you will not be able to continue startup. You can try to shut the computer down and start it up again and see if anything has changed. If this type of error is not resolved by restarting the computer, it will require a complex system check that should be completed by a computer technician.