Rcraid.sys BSoD Failure: How to Fix it

Often, this BSoD error is associated with incompatible RAID drivers

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Key notes

  • The rcraid.sys BSoD error occurs when the system encounters a problem with the RAID controller.
  • It can occur due to outdated or incompatible drivers and hardware issues.
  • Update or backdate the RAIDXpert driver on your computer to resolve the problem.
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Many users complain about encountering an error message rcraid.sys which is usually accompanied by a Blue Screen of Death (BSoD). It can appear during startup or in random cases on the PC. However, this article will discuss ways to fix the issue.

Alternatively, you can check what are the causes of BSOD and everything you need to know about fixing it.

What is rcraid.sys BSoD?

The rcraid.sys file is associated with AMD RAIDXpert RAID controller drivers for certain AMD chipsets. It is signed by AMD.Inc. BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) errors occur when Windows encounters critical problems that prevents it from functioning.

So, when you see the rcraid.sys BSOD error indicates a problem with the RAID controller or its associated driver, resulting in the Blue Screen of Death.

What causes rcraid.sys BSoD failure?

Regarding the AMD rcraid.sys file, there could be several potential causes for a BSOD error. Some possible reasons include:

  • Outdated or incompatible AMD RAIDXpert driver can often cause this issue.
  • Hardware issues with RAID controller or the connected drive can cause this error.

How can I fix the rcraid.sys BSoD failure?

Before proceeding with any advanced fixes, we recommend you go through the following preliminary checks:

  • Perform a clean boot and disable all apps that can cause conflict with this AMD RAID controller.
  • Perform hardware diagnostics to check the health and stability of your RAID controller.
  • Remove conflicting software that might interfere with the controller.

Update your RAIDXpert driver version

  1. Go to AMD Driver & Support page. Select Chipsets and choose the correct socket.
  2. Then, choose the motherboard chipset model and click on Submit.
  3. Expand Windows 11 and download the AMD RAID Driver.
  4. Double-click the downloaded file and install the driver.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions and reboot your computer afterward.

Updating the driver version can resolve bugs that cause the BSoD error to occur.

If the error persists, we recommend you install an older version that functions well before the error. It will backdate the driver and resolve incompatibility issues liable for causing the error.

In conclusion, check what to do if Windows Update replaced your AMD graphics drivers on Windows 11. Also, you can read about the Brusbsib.sys Incompatible Driver error on Windows PCs.

Feel free to leave your questions or suggestions regarding this guide in the comment section. We’d like to hear from you.

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