Fixed: INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE Blue Screen Error

What is INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE BSOD error?

The "INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE" error (0x000000BD) appears when the system detects a mismatch between the hibernated memory image and the current hardware configuration, often caused by hardware changes made after hibernation. Common causes of this error include issues with the hibernation file (hiberfil.sys), corrupted system files, faulty disk or RAM, and outdated or corrupt drivers.

Another factor that can trigger this error is problems with the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) or the Master Boot Record (MBR). The BCD holds important boot information, and if it gets corrupted, the system might fail to boot correctly, leading to instability and driver issues. Similarly, a corrupted MBR can stop the system from resuming from hibernation, causing errors like "INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE." 

How to fix INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE blue screen error?

Repairing the BCD (Boot Configuration Data) and MBR (Master Boot Record) can be difficult, especially for computer beginners, as they are essential for booting your system. If done wrong, it may cause the system to be unbootable or result in data loss. Since the repair involves command-line tools, mistakes (like using the wrong command or modifying the wrong disk sectors) can lead to further issues. It’s safer to use a professional tool like AOMEI Partition Assistant for repairs.

Option 1. Perform boot repair

AOMEI Partition Assistant is an all-in-one computer repair tool that is easy to use and effective at fixing boot problems. It helps with common boot errors like:

Boot Configuration Data (BCD) File is Missing
Boot Configuration Corrupted After System Update
Operating System Not Found”
Inaccessible Boot Device

These issues are usually caused by damaged boot sectors, wrong partition settings, or corrupted files. AOMEI’s Boot Repair tool quickly fixes these without needing to type commands—just a few clicks will restore your system’s boot function.

In addition to boot repair, it also offers partition management, disk cloning, and data recovery. With a simple interface, it’s easy for anyone to use and works with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, and 7, supporting both UEFI and BIOS systems.

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Step 1. Install and launch AOMEI Partition Assistant on a working PC, click "Recover"-"Boot Repair" and then click the "create a bootable disk" option to create a WinPE "Boot Repair" disk.

Step 2. Boot the PC that cannot boot into WinPE. It will automatically load the Boot Repair tool and start the boot entries scan process. All boot entries will be displayed.

Step 3. Select the repairable boot entries you want to repair and click the "Repair" button to start the repair.

Step 4. Once the repair is successful, you can remove the bootable disk and boot the PC from the original system drive.

Option 2. Rebuild MBR

In addition to the "Boot Repair" feature, users can also use the "Rebuild MBR" feature to fix INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE bug check code 0xBD error.

Step 1. Boot your Windows from the WinPE bootable USB you created. It contains the preinstalled AOMEI Partition Assistant software. Once log in, the software will run automatically.

Step 2. Right-click the system disk and choose “Rebuild MBR”.

Step 3. Choose the proper MBR type for your current OS.

Step 4. Click on “Apply” and “Proceed” to commit the pending operation.

Other methods for fixing INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE blue screen error

It is also worth trying the following 2 methods for fixing INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE BSOD error.

Option 3. Enable Hibernation again

The INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE BSOD error is caused by issues with the hibernation file (hiberfil.sys). The simplest fix is to re-enable hibernation. Here's how to do it:

Step 1. Press Win + S to open the search bar, then type "cmd". Right-click Command Prompt in the search results and select Run as administrator.

Step 2. If prompted by UAC, click Yes to confirm. In the Command Prompt window, type powercfg.exe /hibernate off and press Enter to disable hibernation.

Step 3. Next, type powercfg.exe /hibernate on and press Enter to re-enable hibernation. Restart your PC and check if the error is fixed.

Option 4. Roll back a driver

If you experience the INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE blue screen error after updating drivers, you can try rolling back the driver to resolve the issue. Rolling back a driver in Windows 10 is simple. Follow these steps:

Step 1. Right-click the Windows button and choose Device Manager from the menu.

Step 2. Locate the device with the driver you want to roll back in Device Manager. Expand the hardware categories by clicking the Arrow Down or Plus button.

Step 3. Right-click the device and select Properties from the menu.

Step 4. In the Properties window, go to the Driver tab. You'll see the Roll Back Driver option. This feature allows you to revert to the previous driver if the device fails after an update. Click the Roll Back Driver button to proceed.

If you suspect the INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE error is due to a problematic driver, reinstalling the driver may also help fix the issue.

Summary

The INVALID_HIBERNATED_STATE BSOD error is often caused by issues with the hibernation file, corrupted system files, or problems with the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) or Master Boot Record (MBR). To fix this error, you can use tools like AOMEI Partition Assistant to repair the boot sector or rebuild the MBR. Other solutions include re-enabling hibernation or rolling back problematic drivers. These methods provide simple and effective ways to resolve the error and restore your system’s functionality. If you are a Windows Server user who want to fix this issue, please turn to the AOMEI Partition Assitant Server edition.