Using the Event Viewer
The Windows Event Viewer is a critical administrative tool that records a log of system and application messages. When your server or an application encounters an error, this is the first place you should look to diagnose the problem.
Guide to the Event Viewer
The most direct way to open the Event Viewer is through the "Run" command.
- Press
Win + Rto open the "Run" box. - Type the following command and press Enter:
Open Event Viewer
eventvwr.msc
Troubleshooting Tip: When you find a critical error, searching online for the "Source" and "Event ID" (e.g., "Kernel-Power Event ID 41") is often the fastest way to find a solution.