Bug Check 0x2B: PANIC_STACK_SWITCH
The PANIC_STACK_SWITCH bug check has a value of 0x0000002B. This indicates that the kernel mode stack was overrun.
Important Info If You Have Received a STOP Code
If you received a blue screen error, or stop code, the computer has shut down abruptly to protect itself from data loss. A hardware device, its driver, or related software might have caused this error. If your copy of Windows came with your computer, call the manufacturer of your computer. If you purchased Windows separately from your computer, Microsoft provides support. To find contact info for Microsoft or your computer manufacturer, Contact Support.
If you have experience with computers and want to try to recover from this error, follow the steps provided in the Microsoft article Resolving STOP (Blue Screen) Errors in Windows.
These actions might prevent an error like this from happening again:
- Download and install updates and device drivers for your computer from Windows Update.
- Scan your computer for computer viruses.
- Check your hard disk for errors.
PANIC_STACK_SWITCH Parameters
The following parameters are displayed on the blue screen.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
|
1 |
The trap frame |
|
2 |
Reserved |
|
3 |
Reserved |
|
4 |
Reserved |
Cause
This error normally appears when a kernel-mode driver uses too much stack space. It can also appear when serious data corruption occurs in the kernel.
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Build date: 4/9/2013
