Embedded Systems Error Code
Systems & Devices
Embedded Systems
BROWNOUT RESET | Undervoltage event
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/systems/embedded-systems/error-codes/brownout-reset/
Last Updated
Feb 27, 2026
Summary
The system reset because supply voltage dropped below a safe threshold.
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What This Code Means
A “brownout reset” indicates the device reset due to an undervoltage condition. It suggests power instability, load spikes, or supply issues that must be addressed to prevent repeated resets.
Where Users Usually See This Code
- Device status screens or logs
- During startup or initialization sequences
- While interacting with sensors, buses, or storage
- After firmware updates or configuration changes
Why This Code Appears
- A safety check or assertion failed
- The system restarted due to watchdog or power conditions
- A bus, peripheral, or storage operation failed
- A resource limit was reached (memory/stack)
What Typically Happens Next
- The device may reboot or enter a fault state
- A diagnostic message is logged
- Service intervention may be required for field equipment
What This Code Is Not
- It is not always user-repairable
- It is not safe to perform electrical repairs based on guesses
Troubleshooting Checklist
- □ Capture the full log output, including any stack trace or code
- □ Confirm firmware version and recent configuration changes
- □ Check power stability and environmental conditions
- □ Isolate peripherals and buses if the fault indicates I/O
- □ Use vendor diagnostics and service manuals for the exact model
- □ Escalate when the fault is recurring or safety-critical
Notes And Edge Cases
Embedded error identifiers are frequently product-specific; the exact device documentation is critical.
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- ASSERTION FAILED CodeRuntime assertion
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- WATCHDOG RESET CodeWatchdog triggered
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- USAGEFAULT CodeUsage fault exception
- BUSFAULT CodeBus fault exception
- DEBUGMON CodeDebug monitor exception
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