List of Common Windows Error Codes and How to Fix them

If you are using Windows, chances are there that you will run into Windows error codes every now and then. But will it stop you from using Windows? Absolutely not and that is why today in my post I will discuss the list of common Windows error codes and also a fix for them. Bookmark this article because it can be your quick reference to the common Windows error codes the solutions to fix.

List of Common Windows Error Codes and How to Fix them

Most of the Windows error codes can be solved without facing any difficulty. But let me tell you, not all Windows error codes are that simple solve. So, learn to analyze the problem and if you think that there might be a serious issue in your computer, you better call a computer technician. But for the simple common Windows error codes, I will provide you the solution.

Error Code 2 Solution
Windows Error Code	System Error. Code: 2.
Error Code Message	The System cannot find the file specified.
You need to uninstall NCP and DUN. Later, reinstall NCP and DUN to find the specified file.

Error Code 5 Solution
Windows Error Code	Error Code -5
Error Code Message	Access Denied
Check whether you have entered the correct Username and Password in the domain field for NT/2k. Activate the option termed as ‘accept any authentication including clear text’.

Runtime Error Code 5 Solution
Windows Error Code	Run time error code 5
Error Code Message	Invalid Procedure Call
Your computer should be cool booted. Check the RAM and Swap file of the computer.

Error Code 20 Solution
Windows Error Code	Error Code #20
Error Message	The system cannot find the specified device.
Check whether you have selected the right modem or not. Reinstall the device and try to select it again. Reinstall NCP/DUN/RAS.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #71
Error Message	No more connections are allowed.
Check whether any other person has connected to your network or not. Check the service with the Internet Service Provider. They might have turned off the ghost program.

Solution
Windows Error	Code #380
Error Message	Invalid Proper Value
Point the autodial to the right dialer. Reset the dialer.

Solution
Windows Error	Code #600
Error Message	An operation is pending.
Reboot your computer. Make sure that no program is using the modem. Check whether your computer is spyware free or not.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #601
Error Message	The port handle is invalid.
Look into the ‘More info’ section of your modem’s COM port. If you are getting ATI responses from it, reboot your computer. Reinstall the setting of the modem. Reinstall the components of the Dial-up Networking. Check whether your modem is working properly or not.

Solution
Windows Error	Code #602
Error Message	The port is already open.
Reboot your computer. Make sure that no program is using the modem. Uninstall AOL Adapters. Reboot your computer. Reinstall Dial-up Adapter. Deactivate Quicken Download Manager. Install the settings of your modem again. Check whether your computer is spyware free or not.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #603
Error Message	Caller’s buffer is too small.
Configure your port to a low speed. Check the settings of FIFO. It shouldn’t be placed too low. Reinstall the components of Dial-up Networking.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #604
Error Message	Wrong information specified.
Enter the correct Username and Password. Make sure that in your area there is no outages. Reset the dialer. Reinstall the components of Dial-up Networking. Reinstall the settings of your modem.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #605
Error Message	Cannot set port information.
Make sure that in your area there is no outages. Reset the dialer. Reinstall the components of Dial-up Networking. Reinstall the settings of your modem.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #606
Error Message	The port is not connected.
Look into the ‘More info’ section of your modem’s COM port. If you are getting ATI responses from it, reboot your computer. Reinstall the settings of your modem. Check whether your modem is working properly or not.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #607
Error Message	The event is invalid.
Check whether the settings of the event log is correct or not. If you are facing the problem while dialing up, chances are there that the event log settings are incorrect. Set up the correct modem drivers. Reinstall the dialer. Check whether your modem is working properly or not. Reinstall the modem settings.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #608
Error Message	The device does not exist.
Ensure that the right modem is set to the dialler. Set up the correct modem drivers. Reinstall the dialer. Check whether your modem is working properly or not. Reinstall the modem settings.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #609
Error Message	The device type does not exist.
Ensure that the right modem is set to the dialler. Set up the correct modem drivers. Check whether your modem is working properly or not. Reinstall the modem settings.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #610
Error Message	The buffer is invalid.
Ensure that the port speed is low. Make sure the FIFO setting is not too low. Reinstall the dialer.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #611
Error Message	The route is not available.
Reboot your computer. Enter the correct configuration in your dialer and network settings. Reinstall the components of the network.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #612
Error Message	The route is not allocated.
Reboot your computer. Enter the correct configuration in your dialer and network settings.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #615
Error Message	The port was not found.
Reinstall your modem drivers.

Solution
Windows Error	Error Code #616
Error Message	An asynchronous request is pending.
Reboot your computer. Reinstall your modem drivers.

Beep sound errors

You must know about long and short beep to understand beep sound errors. Generally, these sounds come from CPU when it is powered on.

No of beeps	Type of error
1 short beep	Okay, No error
1 long and 3 short beeps	Graphics card settings errors
1 short and 3 long beeps	Error in system memory
1 long and 9 short beeps	ROM issue
5 short beeps	Issue with CPU
If you listen to a beep immediately after OS is loaded, then you are facing over heat issue. Open the CPU and clean the dust.

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This was the list of common Windows error codes and ways to fix it. If you are able to fix the Windows error codes by the solution provided, it is well and good. But if you are unable to fix the Windows error codes with the provided solution, it is advised to you to call a computer technician. Don’t forget to share the post with your friends in order to help them.