Bug Check 0x5D: UNSUPPORTED_PROCESSOR
The UNSUPPORTED_PROCESSOR bug check has a value of 0x0000005D. This indicates that the computer is attempting to run Windows on an unsupported processor.
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.
UNSUPPORTED_PROCESSOR Parameters
None
Cause
Windows requires a higher-grade processor than the one you are using.
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Build date: 4/9/2013
