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Fixed: Stop Code Driver PNP Watchdog BSoD Error Message

Stop code: DRIVER PNP WATCHDOG is an error message that happens when your operating system boots, on startup, and even when updating Windows. The error message appears on a blue screen on Windows computers. This error message also appears with a detailed description saying, “Your PC has run into a problem and requires a reboot. We are gathering some error info, and then we will reboot for you. …Stop code: Driver PNP WATCHDOG.”  
If you are also going through the same issue, then you have landed on the right place. This article will help you to solve the Driver PNP WatchDog error message on Windows. Let’s troubleshoot the error
Easy Solutions For Driver PNP Watchdog Error  
Method 1: Check SATA Controller on BIOS
Tweaking some BIOS settings can sometimes fix the Driver PNP WatchDog error message. Here’s how to check your BIOS settings and change some configuration to fix the ongoing issue: 
  1. Turn off your computer completely. 
  2. Now hit the Power button of your computer device to turn it on. 
  3. After pressing the power key of your computer, make sure to tap the F2 key to reach into the BIOS of your system. (The BIOS key may vary based on computer company and models, the most common BIOS keys are DEL, F3, ESC or F1.)
  4. Head to the Advanced or Main tab. 
  5. Hit the Enter key to open a tab. 
  6. Look for the options saying Storage Configuration, IDE Configuration, and Drive Configuration. (Your device will have only one option from these three options.) 
  7. Hit Enter on the option to access it. 
  8. Now look for the option saying Configure SATA, SATA Configuration, or SATA Mode. You have to choose either one option that is presented on your BIOS menu. 
  9. Ensure that this option is selected as either IDE, Compatible, or ATA. 
  10. Save the current settings and then exit the menu. 
Method 2: Using the System File Checker 
  1. Head to the Start Menu. 
  2. Search for Command Prompt and then right-click the Command Prompt icon. 
  3. Tap the Run as administrator option. 
  4. Type sfc /scannow and then hit the Enter button on your device keyboard. 
  5. Make sure to wait until the process ends by itself. 
  6. Once the process finishes, make sure to close the Command Prompt and then reboot the PC. 
Method 3: Running a Disk Checkup 
To do a disk checkup, you can use the built-in system tool called Command Prompt. Follow the instructions mentioned in this method to run disk checkup:
  1. First of all, open Command Prompt with administrative privileges.
  2. Type chkdsk.exe /f /r and then hit Enter.
  3. Press the Y button. 
  4. Tap the Enter key on your keyboard.
  5. Now close all tab and windows on your computer and make sure all work is saved securely. 
  6. Restart your computer, and the Disk checkup will automatically check the system hard drive for the ongoing error. 
Mia Davis is a creative person who has been writing blogs and articles about cybersecurity. She writes about the latest updates regarding norton.com/setup and how it can improve the work experience of users. Her articles have been published in many popular e-magazines, blogs, and websites.
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