Windows & BSOD · high

How to fixEVENT-ID-6008

Event ID 6008 – Previous shutdown unexpected

What this error means

EVENT-ID-6008 shows up as a high-severity Windows operating system fault. Event Log records ID 6008 indicating the previous system shutdown was unexpected (power loss or hard crash). Another common trigger is BSOD without BSOD screen (automatic restart enabled). See the troubleshooting steps below for the fix.

Before you begin

Save open work and back up important files. Note any recent driver or hardware changes. If Windows cannot start, use the startup guide first.

Work through these checks

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01Disable automatic restart on failure: System → Advanced → Startup and Recovery → uncheck 'Automatically restart'

Disable automatic restart on failure: System → Advanced → Startup and Recovery → uncheck 'Automatically restart'.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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02Analyze crash dumps in WinDbg or WhoCrashed

Analyze crash dumps in WinDbg or WhoCrashed.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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03Check hardware thermals

Check hardware thermals.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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Possible causes

  • Hard reset or power cut
  • BSOD without BSOD screen (automatic restart enabled)
  • Overheating causing emergency shutdown

Useful Windows tools

These commands open Windows tools. Review any action inside the tool before applying changes.

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