I keep getting Event ID 10010 every shutdown/restart

Question

I keep getting this event error when I shutdown or restart my computer, but I don't know if this can be ignored or do I have to fix something if this keeps on happening?

The server {6FA05A24-B1DF-4155-909E-7B424F2D2BB5} did not register with DCOM within the required timeout.

Answer 1

Event ID 10010 indicates that a DCOM (Distributed Component Object Model) server did not register within the required timeout period. This can happen for various reasons, including slow services or issues with the application that is trying to start. While it may not always cause immediate problems, it is generally advisable to investigate the underlying issue to prevent potential performance problems or application failures in the future.

To address this, you can try the following steps:

1. Check the Event Viewer: Look for additional details related to the Event ID 10010 in the Event Viewer. This may provide more context about which application is causing the issue.
2. Increase Timeout Value: If the service is slow to start, you might consider increasing the timeout value for the service control manager. This can be done by modifying the registry, but proceed with caution and ensure you back up the registry before making changes.
3. Reinstall or Repair the Application: If a specific application is causing the error, try repairing or reinstalling it.
4. Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to Microsoft support for further assistance.

Ignoring the error may lead to more significant issues down the line, so it is best to investigate and resolve it if possible.

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References:

• A slow service does not start due to time-out error in Windows

Answer 2

Hello,

After looking up the error message it seems to have something to do with windows' online services, a forum poster reports that after a windows update it was fixed, please check if you have the latest version of windows in the settings menu.

Let me know how it goes,

JC