You probably know about this Memory Management Error or already have encountered it. In recent years, many Windows users have encountered this memory management stop error. This error usually means Windows detect a malfunction in the system memory or drivers, it crashes itself and displays this BSOD error message. Faulty hardware or problem with memory module, outdated Device drivers or corrupt system files are common reasons behind this. Whatever the reason, there are a few methods that you can apply to fix the Windows memory management error.

What Causes Memory Management Error?

Any BSOD error appears when Windows can’t recognize or fail to handle any services. But, there are several reasons. Here they are –

  • Problematic Drivers.
  • Third-party software.
  • Memory problems.
  • Incorrect logical structure of HDD.

Anyway, we can describe more things as the culprit. But these are the widespread reasons.

If you encounter such blue screen error on your PC, Here we have a few effective solutions apply to fix it. Well, If you can’t access windows usually, try these methods in safe mode.

Update Drivers

I’m sure You don’t like this solution, and you are bored. But, Updating driver can be helpful If an outdated driver problem causes Memory management error.

 A common cause of the MEMORY MANAGEMENT error is a damaged, outdated or incorrect video card driver. We recommend update Graphics driver on windwos 10.

Again, You may face this issue, When you are downloading any files by download manager and Utorrent. It occurs when your download speed is ultra first. Personally, I encountered it every time i downloaded any big files by using torrent software, and the speed was around 40/45 Mbps. Then, I just updated drivers, especially the wireless driver. I was lucky that I could resolve my problem.

  • Press the Windows logo key and R on your keyboard to invoke the Run box.
  • Type “devmgmt.msc“, then press Enter on your keyboard.
  • Double-click Network adapters. Right-click your wireless network adapter, then click Update driver.

Update network adapter on Device manager

Run chkdsk Command

Sometimes, Hard disk bad sector sometimes some memory problems. It can cause memory management stop error. In that case, Running chkdsk command can be helpful.

  • Press Windows key + S, type cmd, Right-click on the command prompt, select run as administrator,
  • Now, Type chkdsk /f C: and hit Enter.
  • It may ask for rebooting the PC. Just press and hit enter.
  • Now, Your PC will automatically scan and fix some basic problems with your hard disk partition.

If you want to learn more about it, You can read: Find & Fix Hard Disk Problems

Run SFC and DISM Command

Another excellent working method is running SFC and DISM commands. It finds and fixes corrupted system files of Windows. It may take a few minutes to 1 or 2 hours to complete the full process. If you can do it correctly, it will fix the memory management blue screen error.

  • Open command prompt as administrator,
  • First, run DISM command dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
  • Next, run system file checker utility command sfc /scannow
  • Once done reboot your PC and check if the blue screen error is gone.

Fix Memory Problems using the memory diagnostic tool

RAM problems can cause this. So, When you want to remove the memory management blue screen error from Windows, You should run the windows memory diagnostic tool. It is a built-in tool for Microsoft Windows to identify and repair common memory problems.

  • Press Windows key + R, type mdsched.exe and hit enter key,
  • Click on Restart now and check for problems to reboot your computer and perform the test.

Memory diagnostic tool

  • The tool will start scanning for memory errors, and it may take several minutes.
  • During this process, you’ll see a progress bar and a “Status” message will inform you if any problems have been detected during the process.

Windows Memory Diagnostic tool

Increase Virtual Memory

As this problem is related to memory, you can increase the virtual memory amount. It may fix the memory issue. As a result, It has an excellent chance to correct memory management errors.

By the way, to increase virtual memory, follow these steps.

  • First of all, Press on Win + R on the keyboard to open Run.
  • Now, Type sysdm.cpl and hit enter. It will open the System Properties window. From there, go to the Advanced tab.
  • Now, click on the Settings of the Performance section.
  • From there, Go to the Advanced tab and click on Change.
  • Now, Mark “Custom” and set the virtual memory according to your preferences.

By the way, After increasing the size, restart your PC. I hope it will solve your problem.

Clean Boot Windows

Any third-party programs or services may create conflicts with memory. As a result, Windows may show you the blue screen of death to avoid permanent damage. So, To identify the problematic third-party programs and services, perform clean boot. Then, identify and remove the culprit.

System Restore

System restore is a perfect way to get rid of many problems of Windows. To fix the memory management error, do system restore to the earlier point when you did not experience this issue. Hopefully, It will work.

Robeg
I am Robeg founder of this blog. My qualification. completed Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP). With a strong background in computer applications love write articles on Microsoft Windows (11, 10, etc.) Cybersecurity, WordPress and more.