Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide to Fix PROFILER_CONFIGURATION_ILLEGAL Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) Errors

Step 1: Remove Recent Windows Updates

Begin by accessing the Settings:

1. Press the Win + I keys to open Settings.
2. Select Windows Update, then click on Update History.
3. Navigate to Uninstall updates to remove any problematic files.
4. Click Uninstall next to the most recent Windows update.

Pro Tip: If the error appeared after a recent update, uninstalling it is crucial for restoring stability.

Step 2: Disconnect and Reconnect External Devices

Check to see if external devices are causing the issue:

1. Unplug all peripherals from your computer and restart it.
2. If Windows boots properly, reconnect each device one at a time to pinpoint the faulty hardware.

Pro Tip: Focus on devices without proper drivers, as they can lead to errors.

Step 3: Update or Reinstall Drivers

Ensure your device drivers are up to date:

1. Right-click the Start menu, and select Device Manager.
2. Look for devices marked with an exclamation point for issues.
3. Right-click the problematic driver and select Update driver.
4. Choose the option to Search automatically for drivers.
5. Restart your computer to implement the updates.

Pro Tip: Keeping all drivers updated ensures system stability and performance.

Step 4: Run System File Checker and DISM Scans

Repair corrupt system files using built-in tools:

1. Click the Start button, type cmd in the search bar, and select Run as administrator.
2. Enter this command to scan for and repair damaged system files, and press Enter : sfc /scannow
3. After the SFC scan is complete, enter the following command to repair the Windows OS files: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
4. Restart your PC to finalize the repairs.

Pro Tip: Running these tools can often resolve hidden system issues that lead to BSoD errors.

Step 5: Restore Your System to a Previous Point

If the problem persists, restore your system:

1. Press the Windows key, type Control Panel in the search field, and select Open.
2. Set View by to Large Icons, then click on Recovery.
3. Choose Open System Restore.
4. Select Choose a different restore point and click Next.
5. Choose the restore point created before the error occurred, then click Next.
6. Finish by clicking Finish to start the restoration process.

Pro Tip: Ensure you have a restore point created before any significant changes to your system to simplify recovery.

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