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0x0000007C — Bugcode NDIS Driver | Blue Screen Fix Guide

BUGCODE_NDIS_DRIVER

Windows 10Windows 11

What Does 0x0000007C Mean?

A network driver (NDIS miniport) caused a bug check. The network driver violated NDIS rules.

Real-World Causes

  1. 1Faulty network adapter driver
  2. 2Incompatible network driver version
  3. 3Network driver memory corruption

Symptoms

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

DIY Fix

Beginner-friendly steps you can try at home

  1. 1Restart your computer
  2. 2Update network drivers
  3. 3Reset network settings
  4. 4Run network troubleshooter

Advanced Fix

For experienced users and IT professionals

  1. 1Analyze minidump for faulting network driver
  2. 2Use netsh to reset TCP/IP stack
  3. 3Check for firmware updates on network hardware
  4. 4Capture network trace for analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes BUGCODE_NDIS_DRIVER?
A network driver (NDIS miniport) caused a bug check. The network driver violated NDIS rules.
Can I fix Bugcode NDIS Driver 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.

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0x0000004FNDIS Internal Error0x000000D1Driver IRQL not Less or Equal

About the Author

Windows Troubleshooting Team

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