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10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

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Key Takeaways
  • Srttrail.txt BSOD error in Windows 11 is caused by startup issues, leading to system crashes and potential boot loops.
  • The error can be due to corrupted system files, damaged Windows Boot Manager files, hardware issues, or malware.
  • Solutions include running SFC and DISM scans, booting in safe mode, updating drivers, running antivirus scans, checking drive errors, repairing MBR, checking RAM, disabling automatic startup repair, performing system restore, and resetting the PC.

One thing that always remains common in Windows PCs is the BSOD errors. No matter how many updates Microsoft releases for Windows, you may encounter BSOD errors even on the latest version. BSOD errors have different error codes, which explain the issueโ€™s reason. Srttrail.txt BSOD error is a common Blue Screen issue that you may encounter with Windows 11.ย 

As the name signifies, Srttrail (Startup Repair Trail) is a BSOD error encountered due to startup issues. Strtrail.txt BSOD error can cause your PC to crash, and you will lose all the work that you were doing if you havenโ€™t saved it. In the worst case, this may even put your system in a boot loop, and you may not be able to recover from it. Before the Srttrail.txt BSOD error in Windows 11 gets worse, letโ€™s see what you can do to fix it.ย 

10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

What Causes Srttrail.txt Error?

After you encounter the Srttrail.txt BSOD error, a file will be saved at the following location- โ€˜C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\SRT\srttrail.txtโ€™. This file will help you recognize the reason behind this issue. This will show you all the troubleshooting steps that Startup Repair Tool has done to fix the issue, the causes of the issue, and more.

You can encounter this issue while using your PC or when your PC is booting up. It can be encountered due to the following reasons-

  • Corrupted or missing System Files is a common cause of this issue.
  • You may face this issue due to corrupted Windows Boot Manager files.
  • Hardware issues like disk issues, RAM incompatibility, etc., can also cause this issue.
  • Virus and malware on your system can damage the system and cause this BSOD error.

Preliminary Steps to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

Before we go ahead, here are some preliminary troubleshooting steps that you can follow to ensure the issue is fixed without much hassle-

  • Reboot PCโ€“ Start by rebooting your PC to clear it of bugs and temporary issues.
  • Disconnect External Devicesโ€“ This issue can also be encountered due to incompatible peripherals connected to your PC. Disconnect all the external accessories one-by-one to check which one is the reason behind this issue.
  • Connect RAM and Hard Disk Properlyโ€“ If you are using a PC, ensure your RAM and Hard disk are properly connected.

Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

When you get the error, you will see two options on your screen-ย Shut Downย andย Advanced Options. If you click onย Shut Down, thereโ€™s a high chance of your PC getting stuck into a boot loop. In that case, you will have no option except to reset your PC.

To be on the safe side, we can use theย Advanced Optionsย to fix the issue. Given below are all the troubleshooting steps that you can follow to fix this issue-

1. Run SFC and DISM Scan

  • Click on theย Advanced Optionsย on the Startup repair screen.
  • Next, click on theย Troubleshootย option.
  • Now, click onย Advanced Optionsย and then onย Command Prompt.
  • Run the SFC scan by executing the command given below-
    • sfc /scannow

SFC Scannow

  • After this, run the DISM scan by executing the following command-
    • DISM/Online/Cleanup-Image/RestoreHealth
  • Once done, close the Command Prompt and restart your PC.ย 

2. Boot PC in Safe Mode

If you can boot your PC and sign into your account, you can continue with the steps without the safe mode. However, if your PC is stuck in a boot loop or you see the sign-in screen and cannot move forward after that, then you will have to use safe mode to follow the troubleshooting steps mentioned in this article. You can follow this guide to boot Windows 11 in safe mode. Once you are in safe mode, you can continue with the steps mentioned ahead.

3. Update Drivers

The issue can also be encountered due to outdated drivers. If you have pending driver updates, that may cause hardware incompatibility, and you can face this srttrail.txt BSOD error in Windows 11. Hereโ€™s the guide toย update the drivers on Windows 11. Once you have updated the drivers, see if the issue is still encountered.

4. Run Antivirus Scan

As mentioned above, viruses and malware are among the most common reasons that can cause this BSOD error. You can run an antivirus scan to scan your PC for viruses and fix all the issues that arise due to viruses and malware on your system.

By default, Windows 11 comes with Windows Security. You can use Windows Security to scan your PC for viruses. This is how you can do it-

  • Press theย Windowsย key to bring up theย Start Menu.
  • In theย Start Menuย search bar, typeย Windows Securityย and pressย Enterย to launch it.

10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

  • Click on theย Virus & Threat Protectionย option on the Windows Security screen.

10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

  • Next, click onย Scan Options.

10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

  • Now, selectย Full Scanย and then click onย Scan Now.

10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

A full scan may take some time, depending on the number of files your PC has. It may take up to hours, so you must wait until the scan completes.

It is better to use a third-party antivirus to scan your PC. If you have a third-party antivirus, then you can use it to run the virus scan; otherwise, continue with the Windows Security method mentioned above.

5. Check Drive for Error

You can also face this issue if there are errors in the system drive. You can check your drive for errors and then fix them. To use the Drive Error Check tool, follow the steps mentioned below-

  • Pressย Windows + Eย to open theย File Explorerย on your Windows 11 PC.
  • Right-click on the Windows installation drive ( Local Disk C in most cases), then click onย Properties.

10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

  • Head to theย Toolsย tab in theย Properties.
  • Under theย Error Checkingย section, click on theย Checkย button.

10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

  • Next, click onย Scanย Driveย to scan for errors.

10 Ways to Fix Srttrail.txt BSOD Error in Windows 11

  • If any errors are found in the drive, the tool will allow you to repair them.
  • Once done, click onย Show Detailsย to get details of the checks and repairs done.

6. Repair MBR

If you are facing srttrail.txt BSOD error on Windows 11, then repairing the MBR (Master Boot Record) should fix it. You can repair the MBR through the Command Prompt by following the steps we have mentioned below-

  • Pressย the Windows + Rย key combo to open theย Run Dialog Box.
  • Typeย CMDย and pressย Ctrl + Shift + Escย to run it as administrator.

CMD

  • Now, to repair MBR, type and execute the commands given below one-by-one-
    • bootrec.exe /rebuildbcd
    • bootrec.exe /fixmbr
    • bootrec.exe /fixboot

Repair MBR

  • After executing the above commands, restart your PC.

7. Check for RAM Issues

You may encounter this issue due to a problem with RAM. Run Windows Memory Diagnostic to check your RAM for errors and solve them. This is how you can do that-

  • Open theย Start Menu, and typeย Windows Memory Diagnostic.
  • Click onย Windows Memory Diagnosticย from the search result to open it.

Windows Memory Diagnostic

  • Next, clickย Restart now and check for problemsย to scan your PC for RAM issues.

Check for Memory Problems

Note-ย Save all the work that you were doing before following the above steps, as your PC will be restarted during the process.

8. Disable Automatic Startup Repair

Automatic Startup Repair can also cause this issue with your PC. You can disable the automatic startup repair and then see if the issue is solved. Follow the instructions below steps to do so-

  • First, launch theย Command Promptย on your System. You can do it by opening theย Start Menu, searching forย Command Prompt, and then clicking on it from the search results.

Command Prompt

  • Next, type the command mentioned below and execute it by pressingย Enterโ€“
    • bcdedit /set {default} recoveryenabled No

Disable Automatic Startup Repair

  • After executing the above command, close the Command Prompt and restart your PC.

9. Perform System Restore

System changes like Windows updates, driver updates, new applications installed, etc., can mess up your system and cause such issues. You can perform a System Restore to revert all the recent changes you did to your system. If the issue was being caused due to the recent system changes, then this should fix it.

Hereโ€™s our guide to help youย perform system restore in Windows 11. Do note that you will need the restore point created before making the system changes. Windows automatically creates a restore point before making changes if you have turned on the System Restore feature. If you donโ€™t have the restore point, then you cannot perform system restore.

10 Reset PC

Lastly, if you have tried all the methods we have discussed but need help with the issue, then as a last resort, you will have toย factory reset your Windows 11 PC. Resetting your PC will delete all your files, apps, and settings, so take a back up of all the files.

Resetting your PC will give you a fresh start, as you will have to customize your PC and install all the apps from scratch. If the srttrail.txt BSOD error in Windows 11 was encountered due to recent changes or misconfigured settings, then this should fix the issue.

Bottom Line

Thatโ€™s it for this one guys; we hope you find this article helpful in solving the issue. We do not expect you to still face the issue, but if the issue is still encountered, we suggest you take your PC to a computer repair shop or service center and get it diagnosed for hardware issues. There are high chances of hardware failure causing the issue if the above steps didnโ€™t help fix the issue.

If this article fixes your problem, leave an appreciative comment below. Also, if you face any issues with the steps mentioned above, leave your query in the comments section, and we will help you solve it.

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Anurag Jain
Anurag Jainhttps://itechhacks.com
Anurag is a Senior content analyst with 4 years of experience in the industry. Based in India, He is extremely skilled at Windows related to How to Troubleshooting matters. His favorite topics are Windows 11, Android, and How To's.

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