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0x00000019 — Bad Pool Header | Blue Screen Fix Guide

BAD_POOL_HEADER

Windows 10Windows 11

What Does 0x00000019 Mean?

The pool header for a kernel memory allocation is corrupted. This indicates memory corruption in the kernel pool.

Real-World Causes

  1. 1Faulty device driver corrupting memory
  2. 2Antivirus software conflict
  3. 3RAM hardware failure
  4. 4Overclocked or unstable system

Symptoms

  • ⚠Blue screen with stop code BAD_POOL_HEADER
  • ⚠System reboots unexpectedly
  • ⚠Possible data loss from unsaved work

DIY Fix

Beginner-friendly steps you can try at home

  1. 1Restart your computer
  2. 2Run Windows Memory Diagnostic (mdsched.exe)
  3. 3Reseat RAM modules
  4. 4Check for Windows updates

Advanced Fix

For experienced users and IT professionals

  1. 1Test RAM with MemTest86 for multiple passes
  2. 2Analyze minidump with WinDbg
  3. 3Check for memory leaks using poolmon
  4. 4Inspect physical RAM slots and modules

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes BAD_POOL_HEADER?
The pool header for a kernel memory allocation is corrupted. This indicates memory corruption in the kernel pool.
Can I fix Bad Pool Header myself?
In many cases yes. Start with basic troubleshooting like restarting, updating drivers, and running System File Checker. If the issue persists, advanced analysis of crash dumps may be needed.

Related Error Codes

0x000000C2Bad Pool Caller0x000000C1Special Pool Detected Memory Corruption

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Verified against official Microsoft documentation and real-world diagnostic data. Error behavior confirmed across Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server.