A kernel32.dll error message can be very frustrating, causing “hang,” system freezes, and even complete failure and shutdown.

The error happens when a file or program accesses “restricted” memory. Essentially, when the program attempts to communicate with your system, it accesses the wrong area for memory (the system memory), forcing the program to shut down.

The most likely error message is an “Invalid Page Fault”, which has a few different causes.

Invalid Page Fault Error Message

This is usually caused by a corrupted password list file (extension .pwl). If this is the case, you’ll want to delete all files with this extension.

• Go to Start > Search > Files or Folders
• In the Open box, type *.pwl and click Find
• Right click on each of these files and select Delete
• Reboot your computer
• Your .pwl files should be reinstalled by Windows
• Download and run mspwlupd.exe from Microsoft website

This will repair your .pwl extension files and hopefully put an end to your IPF error message.

Overheating Hardware

If your hardware gets too hot, especially your video card, then you are likely to run into this problem. Overheating can be caused by bad air circulation, dust, over clocked system specs, and even bad BIOS configurations.

The first two problems can be fixes by cleaning your PC fans and vents regularly. Open up your box to spray can air on your parts once a month. Too much dust can dramatically decrease performance and keep your system from cooling off properly.

As far as the last two, they can be more complex. I suggest setting all your BIOS options back to default and seeing if that helps.

If you are running on a used computer, there is a chance that the previous user over clocked the system. Over-clocking is basically tweaking the hardware specs past factory default settings. Obviously, this can be dangerous for your hardware.

How to Fix Registry Errors

Registry errors (such as .dll bugs) can be fixed in several ways.

If you have any virus or malware attacking your registry, it can overload your system resources and attempt to access forbidden memory in an attempt to shut down your computer. Run an antivirus program regularly and maintain a firewall to assure safe browsing.

Run a scan disk process. Go to My Computer and right click on C: icon. Select Properties and then the Tools tab. Select Check Now under the Error Checking header.

You can download a high quality registry cleaner to repair kernel32.dll error messages, as well. Remember, during your troubleshooting process, that maintenance and security are the best methods of prevention for a clean and optimized system.

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