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How to Fix ERROR_ATOMIC_LOCKS_NOT_SUPPORTED
This bug check is usually caused by software conflicts or invalid drivers
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Updated onNovember 7, 2024
updated onNovember 7, 2024
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Fix all BSoD events and keep computer safe and clean:
Fortect will find the cause of BSoD and fix it. Here is how to do it with 3 easy steps:
The ERROR_ATOMIC_LOCKS_NOT_SUPPORTED BSoD error comes with the 174 (0xAE) code and the messageThe file system does not support atomic changes to the lock type. Don’t worry, there is not an atomic disaster on your PC. It’s a pretty rare BSoD that can occur due to outdated drivers, corrupted system files, or hardware issues.
To fix this issue, you may start by checking for any recently installed software or remember if you made any hardware changes that might have triggered the issue. Another initial troubleshooting step is tostart your system in Safe Mode, especially if you can’t start the system normally.
How do I fix ERROR_ATOMIC_LOCKS_NOT_SUPPORTED?
1. Update the device drivers
As you can imagine, manually updating drivers is really time consuming. That it’s a lot easier to use adedicated driver updater toolthat will do all that automatically. As with any other BSoD, we also recommend usingFortect, a specialized tool in dealing with such errors with only a few clicks.
2. Run SFC and DISM scans
Running SFC and DISM scans is a pretty helpful method to fix the system and dealing with BSoD errors. Although the scans take a bit of time, they usually fix such issues.
3. Perform a clean boot
This solution will help you boot your PC with a minimum number of services so you can troubleshoot the ERROR_ATOMIC_LOCKS_NOT_SUPPORTED BSoD and look at its causes.
You might also learn more about this problem bychecking the BSoD error log. If theBSoD occurs when you’re playing games, the highlighted link will take you to our guide with tested solutions to fix it.
These steps should help you resolve the ERROR_ATOMIC_LOCKS_NOT_SUPPORTED bug check. If nothing works, inspect the hardware components for any signs of damage and reseat the RAM modules on the motherboard.
These steps should help you resolve the ERROR_ATOMIC_LOCKS_NOT_SUPPORTED BSoD if it’s caused by software issues. If the problem is hardware related, you will either need to replace the affected component or look for specialized help.
For any other questions or suggestions, feel free to access the comments section below and let us know.
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Claudiu Andone
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Oldtimer in the tech and science press, Claudiu is focused on whatever comes new from Microsoft.
His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.
With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!
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Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft
