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How to fix error 0x000000c4 on Windows 7

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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If you’ve read the latest news reports, you already know that when it comes to updating your Windows 7 computer, the best solution is to simply avoid installing the latest patches – at least for now.

User reports confirm that the latest Windows 7 updates are plagued bya bevy of issuesthan can sometimes brick your computer.

One of the most common issues caused by KB4056894 is the annoying error code 0x000000c4, as thisuserreports onReddit:

This morning I came in to find 3 computers that would not boot – BSOD stop: 0x000000c4. All 3 machines are the same model – HP Compaq dc5750 with AMD CPUs. At first I tried my normal “it won’t-boot” troubleshooting steps and gradually worked my way out of ideas.

Fixing this error is not an easy task since common troubleshooting solutions such as launching various startup modes or reverting BIOS Settings to default won’t work.

How to fix Windows 7 error 0x000000c4

You can also disable Windows Update to make sure that your computer won’t download any patches until you turn the update service back on.

Here’s how to block updates:

There you go, this is how you can fix error 0x000000c4 on Windows 7.

Use the comment section below to let us know if this solution fixed the problem for you.

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Madalina Dinita

Networking & Security Specialist

Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.

She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.

Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.

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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.