Stop 0xA IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL Digifep5.sys During Shutdown (162838)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0

This article was previously published under Q162838

SYMPTOMS

If you try to shut down your Windows NT 4.0 computer after receiving the message "It is now safe to turn off your computer," you get a STOP 0x0000000A IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL Digifep5.sys error.

Some systems may exhibit the same problem with the "Restart the computer" option.

CAUSE

Windows NT unsuccessfully attempts to stop the DIGI service before it is shut down.

RESOLUTION

To work around this problem, try either of the following:
  • Before attempting to shut down the computer, stop the DIGI Board service or the Remote Access Service (RAS).

    -or-
  • Download the latest driver, 4000821S.exe, from DIGI Web page, and update the current driver. You can download the driver from:

MORE INFORMATION

The third-party products discussed here are manufactured by vendors independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these products' performance or reliability.

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:8/10/2001
Keywords:kb3rdparty kbprb kbsetup KB162838