World of Warcraft Cataclysm is finally out! Blizzard does a pretty good job about dealing with the errors for these games… however there are some problems that users have been reporting. These errors World of Warcraft Cataclysm include Error# 2, Error# 5, Error# 8, Error# 38, Error# 121, Error# 124, Error# 131, Error# 132, Error# 134, and more. This is how to take care of them. Don’t have World of Warcraft Cataclysm? Feel free to read our “What’s New in World of Warcraft: Cataclysm” article.

Cataclysm “Not enough storage to complete this command”

Step 0. Verify that you meet the system requirements.
Step 1. Disable all WoW addons.
Step 2. Delete all WoW Cache.
Step 3. Run WoW again.
Step 4. Reinstall if you still have problems.

WoW Cataclysm Blue Screen (BSOD), or Crashes

Step 0. Verify that you meet the system requirements.
Step 1. Update your motherboard, audio and video card drivers, as well as your BIOS. Update DirectX and OpenGL as well.

WoW Cataclysm Blue Screen (BSOD) “NV4DSP.DLL”

Step 0. Verify that you meet the system requirements.
Step 1. it is an NVIDIA-related error and is related to your videocard. Update it.
Step 2. Update your motherboard, audio and video card drivers, as well as your BIOS. Update DirectX and OpenGL as well.

WoW Cataclysm Blue Screen (BSOD) “STOP: 0x0000008E”

Step 0. Verify that you meet the system requirements.
Step 1. Run windows update to make sure you have the latest updates. Then try re-running.
Step 2. Update your motherboard, audio and video card drivers, as well as your BIOS. Update DirectX and OpenGL as well.
Step 3. Run a RAM testing tool Blizzard recommends using the Microsoft Memory testing tool here. Be sure to run the extended test by pressing T while the Windows Memory Diagnostic is running.
Step 4. Verify that your memory is running at the correct voltage. Many computers (especially ones built by users) have their bios auto-detect the voltage. This can create issues for the user. We recommend that you manually set your voltage at the level recommended by the memory manufacturer. Be sure to check with your motherboard manufacturer as well.

WoW Cataclysm Blue Screen (BSOD) “PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA”

Step 1. Run a RAM testing tool Blizzard recommends using the Microsoft Memory testing tool here. Be sure to run the extended test by pressing T while the Windows Memory Diagnostic is running.

WoW Cataclysm Black Screens, Crashes or Freezes

Step 0. Verify that you meet the system requirements.
Step 1. Click Start -> Run (or windows+r) and type “DXDIAG” (no quotes) and hit enter. Perform the DirectDraw,Direct3D, DirectSound tests (Windows XP users) and create a dxdiag.txt file (Windows Vista/7 Users).
Step 2. Update your motherboard, audio and video card drivers, as well as your BIOS. Update DirectX and OpenGL as well.

WoW Locks Up

Step 0. Verify that you meet the system requirements.
Step 1. Update your motherboard, audio and video card drivers, as well as your BIOS. Update DirectX and OpenGL as well.
Step 2. Scan for viruses and spyware.
Step 3. Reboot. Verify that your computer is not running at at near-maximum resources already by press control+alt+delete -> task manager and looking.
Step 4. Check to make sure your computer is operating at correct temperatures.
Step 5. Run a RAM testing tool Blizzard recommends using the Microsoft Memory testing tool here. Be sure to run the extended test by pressing T while the Windows Memory Diagnostic is running.
Step 6. Verify that your memory is running at the correct voltage. Many computers (especially ones built by users) have their bios auto-detect the voltage. This can create issues for the user. We recommend that you manually set your voltage at the level recommended by the memory manufacturer. Be sure to check with your motherboard manufacturer as well.

Wow has Error 2 – “X could not be opened, because an error 2 occurred”

Step 1. First look at the full message, like so:

The file “Files\Data\Interface\Cinematics\FILENAME” in archive…..

Step 2. Verify that you have deleted all the previous WoW install files, such the one listed in the error. You can even do a broad windows search for any file with “wow” in the title.

Step 3. Delete all the files in question. You may want to verify that files you delete are actually WoW files. You can even let them in your recycle bin and test it until it runs or you are out of wow files.

If you still have problems…

Step 4. Verify that you are using a complete WoW Install Disc Set rather than a hybrid of multiple copies as they are not interchangeable. You can find this out by going to my computer -> opening the cd-rom and viewing the creation dates. If the disks match you are fine, otherwise you may have two different disc versions.

If you do have a game disk that needs to be replaced, are missing your authentication key, need a new manual, etc. then go here to order it, or go here to download Wow 4.0 via the installer.

Installation Error 5, Error 8, Error 38 “Unable to read file”

We have listed an order of steps to take. You should try re-running the install after taking each step.

Step 1. Clean your disk, remove scratches… try a new disc. Clean your disc drive. Try installing the game by downloading the install.
Step 2. If that does not work, conduct a virus/spyware scan, as well as run scandisk. This can be done by going to My Computer -> Right clicking the drive in question -> Properties -> Tools -> Error-Checking -> Check both boxes and hit Check now and follow the directions provided.
Step 3. If you have your computer overclocked, then try putting it back to default settings.
Step 4. Verify that your memory is running at the correct voltage. Many computers (especially ones built by users) have their bios auto-detect the voltage. This can create issues for the user. We recommend that you manually set your voltage at the level recommended by the memory manufacturer. Be sure to check with your motherboard manufacturer as well.
Step 5. Run a RAM testing tool Blizzard recommends using the Microsoft Memory testing tool here. Be sure to run the extended test by pressing T while the Windows Memory Diagnostic is running.

We at geekmontage recommend using Memtest86. You can download Memtest86 here. Both of these programs are free of course. Run either program for at least two hours.

Step 6. Verify that your memory is running at the correct voltage. Many computers (especially ones built by users) have their bios auto-detect the voltage. This can create issues for the user. We recommend that you manually set your voltage at the level recommended by the memory manufacturer. Be sure to check with your motherboard manufacturer as well.

If your memory does turn out to be faulty, you can try:
1. Switching the slots your memory is installed in
2. Taking out one stick at a time or sets of two until you figure out which stick is bad.
3. Seeking additional assistance
4. Getting new RAM, or Motherboard. (last resort)

Error 121 0x8510079 Version Mismatch WoW.exe or “Wrong number of columns”

Blizzard claims that most users will get this error when installing an old expansion on top of Wow 4.0 and/or using system restore. This is because older gamer files will get into the World of Warcraft folder. Here are some solutions that Blizzard has recommended.

Step 1. Run the world of warcraft repair tool. You can find this by going to your World of Warcraft folder. For me it is located “C:\Users\Public\Games”. It can vary depending on the user. When you reach the folder run “repair.exe” and follow the instructions that you will be provided. Blizzard admits to it having a low but still existant success rate for this issue. Good luck.
Step 2. Remove and reinstall World of Warcraft by using the disc or the 4.0 installer.

If you still have issues then it would be best for you to post it on the forum at Blizzard and in the comments section below so you can receive support.

Error 124 Memory Invalid Block

For this error we recommend you follow all the steps listed above under “Installation Error 5, Error 8, Error 38” as they have an identical solution. This error can be from bad memory, and/or a physical and/or software hard problem.

In addition to that, We recommend that you update your motherboard drivers. You can find a list of Motherboard Manufacturer websites courtesy of Blizzard here. In additon to that, you may to update your Bios too at the same website. Run as well.

Step 1. Run the world of warcraft repair tool. You can find this by going to your World of Warcraft folder. For me it is located “C:\Users\Public\Games”. It can vary depending on the user. When you reach the folder run “repair.exe” and follow the instructions that you will be provided. Blizzard admits to it having a low but still existant success rate for this issue. Good luck.
Step 2. Remove and reinstall World of Warcraft by using the disc or the 4.0 installer.
Step 3. Read Blizzard’s support post here if you are still having problems. Also let us know by posting below.

Wow Error #132 Fatal Exception 0x8510084 0xC0000005 0x20000000

This problem is extremely vaue with all kinds of possibilities.
Step 0. Verify that you meet all the system requirements located at the bottom of this article.
Step 1. Undo any overclocking that you have done and verify that your computer temperatures are within the acceptable rated levels.
Step 2. Update your motherboard, audio and video card drivers, as well as your BIOS. Update DirectX and OpenGL as well.
Step 3. Delete all your temporary files,as well as any WoW files such as the WoW cache, and the files in your WTF folders. (These folders may not exist yet depending on when something went wrong.)
Step 4. Disable all your WoW addons and remove them out of the folder.
Step 5. Run a RAM testing tool Blizzard recommends using the Microsoft Memory testing tool here. Be sure to run the extended test by pressing T while the Windows Memory Diagnostic is running.

We at geekmontage recommend using Memtest86. You can download Memtest86 here. Both of these programs are free of course. Run either program for at least two hours.
Step 6. Verify that your memory is running at the correct voltage. Many computers (especially ones built by users) have their bios auto-detect the voltage. This can create issues for the user. We recommend that you manually set your voltage at the level recommended by the memory manufacturer. Be sure to check with your motherboard manufacturer as well.
Step 7. Try following additional steps that Blizzard has outlined here to fix Error #132. Let us know what worked for you since this error is so vague at the moment.

Error 134 0x8510086 Fatal Condition

This can be related to a security problem and/or a corrupted or missing game file. Try the game after performing each of these steps.
Step 1. Run the world of warcraft repair tool. You can find this by going to your World of Warcraft folder. For me it is located “C:\Users\Public\Games”. It can vary depending on the user. When you reach the folder run “repair.exe” and follow the instructions that you will be provided. Blizzard admits to it having a low but still existant success rate for this issue. Good luck.
Step 2. Disable your firewall and antivirus. Add WoW to the list of exceptions. This includes router firewalls too if necessary.
Step 3. Reinstall WoW.

Minimum Requirements:
Operating System: Windows XP 32bit (SP3), Windows XP 64bit (SP2), Windows Vista 32bit (SP1), Windows Vista 64bit (SP1)
Processor: Intel Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or AMD Athlon XP 1500
RAM: At least 1GB
Video Card: NVIDIA® GeForce FX+ or ATI Radeon 9500+ irectX-compatible sound card or motherboard sound capability
Hard Drive: 25 GB free hard drive space
Internet: Broadband

Recommended Requirements
Operating System: Windows XP 32bit (SP3), Windows XP 64bit (SP2), Windows Vista 32bit (SP1), Windows Vista 64bit (SP1)
Processor: Dual Core.Intel Pentium D+ or AMD Athlon 64 X2+
RAM: At least 2GB
Video Card: 256 MB NVIDIA® GeForce 8600+ or ATI Radeon 2600+. Must support pixel shader.
Hard Drive: 25 GB free hard drive space
Internet: Broadband

This game has stricter requirements than the previous expansions.