Lock screen wake-up trigger Win10 blue screen? Check these places

Although Windows 10 is significantly more stable than previous versions, blue screens or system freezes are still possible under certain conditions. One common issue users face is the system hanging or crashing when waking up from sleep or lock screen mode. This can be particularly frustrating, especially if it happens frequently.

If you've experienced this problem, there are several steps you can take based on some practical troubleshooting methods I've tested. These include checking for software conflicts and adjusting system settings to prevent crashes.

The simplest method involves resetting the system files responsible for the lock screen and wake-up process. Open the Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following commands:

If exist "%SystemRoot%\System32\InputMethod\CHS\ChsIME.exe" (

Takeown /f "%SystemRoot%\System32\InputMethod\CHS\ChsIME.exe" /A

Icacls "%SystemRoot%\System32\InputMethod\CHS\ChsIME.exe" /deny "NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM:RX"

)

In most cases, the issue doesn't occur unless you're using third-party management or optimization tools. However, some background applications can cause the system to crash when locked. After testing various scenarios, I found that the desktop version of NetEase Cloud Music running in the background can lead to a blue screen upon waking up due to memory read/write errors.

If you prefer not to switch music apps, consider pausing playback before locking your screen or updating to the latest version. Using the UWP version of the app may also help avoid the issue entirely. Microsoft's own Groove Music does not have this problem, making it a safer choice.

Other factors, such as incorrect BIOS settings or outdated drivers for your M.2 SSD, can also contribute to lock screen crashes. It's worth checking these areas one by one to ensure your system runs smoothly.