Bug Check 0xF4: CRITICAL_OBJECT_TERMINATION
The CRITICAL_OBJECT_TERMINATION bug check has a value of 0x000000F4. This indicates that a process or thread crucial to system operation has unexpectedly exited or been terminated.
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.
CRITICAL_OBJECT_TERMINATION Parameters
The following parameters are displayed on the blue screen.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
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1 |
The terminating object type: 0x3: Process 0x6: Thread |
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2 |
The terminating object |
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3 |
The process image file name |
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4 |
Pointer to an ASCII string containing an explanatory message |
Cause
Several processes and threads are necessary for the operation of the system. When they are terminated for any reason, the system can no longer function.
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Build date: 4/9/2013
