How to fix SrtTrail.txt BSoD error in Windows 10
- Windows 10 is usually a very stable operating system that is enjoyed by millions of users across the world, but that does not mean that things can't go wrong.
- Even though the SrtTrail.txt BSoD error does not occur very often, you can try to fix it by checking the device partition.
- You can perform a System restore to make sure you choose the desired system restore point when there were no problems.
- Moreover, you can repair the error by performing a few simple steps in the Command Prompt.
Users try using this tool in an attempt to repair certain system failures and the Windows 10 Automatic Repair tool is seemingly unable to launch.
Upon trying to access the Automatic Repair, users receive an error message regarding the SrtTrail.txt file. The BSoD log files can be usually found in log file c /windows/system32/logfiles/srt/srttrail.txt
One user shared his experience with the error on the official forum.
…all of sudden when I started the computer it says auto repair tool, then can’t fix or repair, then blue screen that says D:windowssystem32logfilesSrtSrtTrail.txt…
In order to fix this issue, we came up with a list of solutions that you should try, so continue reading our guide.
How do I fix the Windows 10 SrtTrail.txt error?
1. Perform System Restore
- Press the Windows key + X, and select the Power option.
- Hold the Shift button, and select Restart.
- Choose Troubleshoot, and select Advanced options.
- Click System Restore, and go to Next or Choose a different restore point, if it’s the first time you’re doing a system restore.
- Select Next, and choose the desired system restore point, then Close.
- Press Next in order to proceed with the process.
2. Repair the error using the Command Prompt
- Press the Windows key, and type cmd.
- In the Command Prompt, type the following commands hitting the Enter button after each:
bootrec.exe
/rebuildbcdbootrec.exe
/fixmbrbootrec.exe
/fixboot
- Then perform a check to each partition you have installed on your PC, like the below example shows, chkdsk /r c:
- Hit Enter after inputting the command, then proceed to check the next drive by changing the letter c: to d:, e: and so on.
- Close the Command Prompt, and restart your PC to see if it fixed the issue.
3. Verify device partition
- Press the Windows key, and type cmd.
- In Command Prompt type bcdedit, and hit Enter.
- If the displayed value is not partition=C: then you need to perform some changes.
- Input the following commands and hit Enter after each one:
bcdedit /set {default} device partition=c:
bcdedit /set {default} osdevice partition=c:
- Restart your PC, and see if it fixed the issue.
4. Check the system boot device through the BIOS
- Restart your PC, and open the BIOS.
- Find the Boot section in your specific BIOS version.
- Make sure to have your Primary Boot Device set to your hard drive.
- If you have more than one hard drives, make sure to select the one containing Windows.
- Save changes, and restart your PC to see if it fixed the issue.
5. Reset the PC
- Type Reset this PC in the Search bar.
- Choose between the two options: Keep my files or Remove everything.
- Enter your password, or select Continue.
- Click Reset, wait for the process to take place, and restart your PC.
Ultimately, you should contact a PC specialist if you suspect having damaged hardware.
We hope that you could find at least one solution from our list to fix your issue. If you know any other working solutions, please share them in the comment section below.
FAQ: Learn more about SrtTrail.txt and boot errors
- What causes SrtTrail.txt error?
This error can be caused by a number of factors. It can be tied to incompatible hardware, and sometimes even power supply overload, but it can also be related to corrupted software that has been installed on the machine.
- Can I delete SrtTrail.txt?
Considering that StrTrail.txt is a log file that Windows creates when it is unable to boot or initiate an automatic repair, it bears no consequence on your PC if you choose to delete it.
- Where is SrtTrail.txt located?
You can find the SrtTrail.txt log file under X:WindowsSystem32LogfilesSrtSrtTrail.txt