Don't worry, I'm here to help!
It sounds like you're trying to run a Bitcoin full node on your Windows 10 machine, which is great! However, you're encountering an error that's preventing the node from syncing completely.
The error message "Error reading from database, shutting down" suggests that there's an issue with the node's database, which is stored on your 1TB HDD.
Here are some potential solutions to help you resolve the issue:
1. *Check disk space*: Ensure that you have enough free disk space on your 1TB HDD. The Bitcoin node requires a significant amount of space to store the blockchain data. You can check the available disk space by right-clicking on the drive in File Explorer and selecting "Properties."
2. *Verify database integrity*: You can try verifying the database integrity by running the following command in the Bitcoin Core console (you can access this by clicking on "Help" > "Debug window" > "Console" in the Bitcoin Core GUI):
```
bitcoin-cli verifychain
```
This command will check the blockchain data for any inconsistencies.
1. *Reindex the blockchain*: If the above command doesn't help, you can try reindexing the blockchain. This will rebuild the database from scratch. To do this, close the Bitcoin Core GUI, then navigate to the Bitcoin data directory (usually `C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Roaming\Bitcoin`) and delete the `chainstate` and `blocks` folders. Then, restart the Bitcoin Core GUI and let it reindex the blockchain.
2. *Check for disk errors*: It's possible that there are disk errors on your 1TB HDD that are causing the issue. You can run a disk check using the built-in Windows tool:
- Open Command Prompt as an administrator (right-click on the Start button and select "Command Prompt (Admin)").
- Type the following command and press Enter:
```
chkdsk D: /f /r /x
```
Replace `D:` with the drive letter of your 1TB HDD.
1. *Consider upgrading your hardware*: While your machine's specs are decent, the Bitcoin node can be resource-intensive. If you're experiencing frequent errors or slow syncing, it might be worth considering upgrading your hardware, especially the storage drive.
Before attempting any of these solutions, make sure you've backed up your wallet (if you have one) and any important data on your machine.
If none of these solutions work, you can try seeking help from the Bitcoin Core community or a Windows expert for further assistance.
Keep in mind that running a full node can be a complex process, and it's great that you're taking the time to troubleshoot the issue. Good luck, and I hope you get your node up and running smoothly!