How to Fix Kernel Power Error 41 in Windows 10?

Summary: Did your Windows PC shut down instantly without showing you any warning? Did you get a blue screen with a stop code Kernel-Power Error 41? Don’t worry! Read this blog and learn what causes this error and how to fix it.

Suppose, you’re working on an important project, to be submitted in a few days, and suddenly your system shuts down without showing any warning. You tried to turn it on several times, but it keeps crashing every time or showing a blue screen with a stop code – Kernel-Power Error 41. Now, you’re wondering.

“What is Kernel-Power error 41?”

“Why did it occur in the first place?”

“How can I fix it?”

Well, to get answers for all such queries, let’s start with the basics.

Kernel-Power Error 41: An Overview

When your system shuts down unexpectedly, you may encounter Windows logs event ID 41 on your system the next time you try to restart it. The complete error message may appear as:

Event ID: 41

Description: The system has rebooted without cleanly shutting down first.

It may occur when some program or spontaneous activity causes a problem for Windows in shutting down correctly. When you reboot your system, Windows may show the stop codes in Event ID 41, including:

Other than the above, you may also encounter the stop code as “Kernel Power Event ID 41 (63).”

Why does Kernel-Power Error 41 Occur?

There could be several reasons behind this error, including:

Scenarios in which Kernel-Power 41 Error May Occur

Several Windows users have reported that Kernel-Power Error 41 appears with a blue screen and repeatedly crashes the system. Refer to the below query:

In such a condition, the system and its data are at great risk. So, let’s walk you through the best possible methods to troubleshoot this error without further ado.

Recover Data before Fixing the Error

As your system is frequently crashing, there are high chances that you might lose your system data. It is suggested to immediately recover the data from the system. You can use a professional data recovery software, such as Stellar Data Recovery Professional to retrieve the data. The software provides a ‘Create a recovery drive’ feature that allows you to create bootable recovery media for recovering data from crashed or unbootable Windows systems.

Read more: How to recover data from an Unbootable system/ Crashed OS?

How to Fix-Kernel Power Error 41?

Below, we’ve discussed several workarounds that can help you fix this error.

#1. Replace the Faulty Hardware

Usually, a hardware problem is related to the Kernel Power Error 41. Check if you hear any tingling or hindering noise coming from your system. The system’s hard drive may be faulty or damaged or RAM may be defective, due to which you’re facing such an issue. Replace the problematic hardware. Then, try rebooting your system and see if the error has been fixed.

#2. Check the Power Supply

The Kernel Power Error 41 may occur due to an underpowered or faulty power supply problem. You need to make sure that your system has sufficient wattage to handle the installed devices appropriately. Additionally, consider acquiring a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) such as a battery backup power supply.

#3. Disable Overclocking in BIOS

Overclocking is a technique that speeds up the performance of your system’s graphic card, CPU, etc. However, it is not recommended by manufacturers, yet several Windows users do it. You can check if your system has overclocking enabled as it may cause Kernel-Power error 41 (63). To disable overclocking, follow the given steps:

If still the error occurs, you might have problem in booting your PC normally. Hence, we’d advise you to boot your PC in safe mode. This will help you perform the troubleshooting methods without any interruption. Read more to learn how to start PC in Safe Mode in Windows 10?

If you’re able to boot PC in Safe Mode, perform the below-discussed methods to fix this BSOD error.

#4. Run Memory Diagnostic Tool

Faulty RAM or memory error may also cause Kernel-Power Error 41 BSOD. Some users have reported that the issue was caused due to a faulty RAM. You can run the Memory Diagnostic Tool to check problems with it.

#5. Update BIOS

If an outdated BIOS version is installed on your system, it may cause Kernel-Power 41 Blue Screen error. You can update BIOS to the latest version with the help of the given steps.

Note: Take precautions while updating the BIOS version as sudden power loss or interruption in the process may corrupt the BIOS firmware and may cause more damage to your system.

#6. Uninstall Faulty Third-Party Software

A corrupted or outdated third-party software installed on your system may be the cause behind this blue screen error. If you find any such software, application, or program on your system, uninstall it to get rid of the problem. Follow these steps to install a program:

#7. Run DISM Tool and SFC Scan

Corrupt or damaged system files may also be the reason behind Kernel-Power Error 41 63. You can try running DISM and then SFC scan to fix the problem. Follow the below steps:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

Read More: How to Run System File Checker (SFC) Scan in Windows 10

#8. Uninstall Device Driver

Outdated or incompatible device drivers may also cause a blue screen of death error on your Windows 10. If you have recently made any changes related to device drivers, consider uninstalling them and install the compatible one. Follow the below steps:

Conclusion

If you’re not able to boot your PC or it keeps crashing, we’d suggest you try recovering essential data using professional data recovery software i.e. Stellar Data Recovery Professional. The software allows you to create bootable media with which you can boot into a crashed or non-bootable Windows PC and retrieve the data. Once done with recovering data, you can perform the methods mentioned in this post.

Majorly, the Kernel Power Error 41 error occurs due to hardware problem or insufficient power supply. However, the reasons could be different as discussed above. Hence, first make sure that your system is in good state. If everything is fine, yet the error occurs, try other troubleshooting methods shared in this blog.

Also Read: How to Fix Windows 10 ‘Kernel Data Inpage Error’ Blue Screen

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