Win32k Atomic Check Failure BSOD: 3 Ways to Fix it

Keeping your system up to date might help

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Published onNovember 7, 2024

published 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:

In some instances, you might encounter Win32k_Atomic_Check_Failure BSOD, and if that happens, today we’re going to show you how to properly fix it.

How can I fix the Win32k_Atomic_Check_Failure error?

1. Keep Windows up to date

2. Reinstall and update Bluetooth drivers

Once the default driver is installed, check if the problem is gone. If the issue persists, do the following:

3. Use Bluetooth dongle or wired peripherals

Win32k_Atomic_Check_Failure 0x00000160 is a rare error, and it usually affects Windows Insiders or developers, so if you’re a regular user you most likely won’t ever encounter it.

This isn’t the only issue you can encounter, and we wrote aboutSOC_SUBSYSTEM_FAILUREandCRITICAL_INITIALIZATION_FAILUREin our older guides.

We also have a guide onCRYPTO_SELF_TEST_FAILURE, so don’t miss it for more information.

Win32k Atomic Check Failure BSOD: 3 Ways to Fix it#

How can I fix the Win32k_Atomic_Check_Failure error?#

1. Keep Windows up to date#

2. Reinstall and update Bluetooth drivers#

3. Use Bluetooth dongle or wired peripherals#

Win32k Atomic Check Failure BSOD: 3 Ways to Fix it

How can I fix the Win32k_Atomic_Check_Failure error?

1. Keep Windows up to date

2. Reinstall and update Bluetooth drivers

3. Use Bluetooth dongle or wired peripherals