Save open work and back up important files. Use instructions for your exact device and software version. If Windows cannot start, see the startup guide.
Work through these checks
0 of 4 complete01Perform a clean uninstall and reinstall of graphics drivers
- Perform a clean uninstall and reinstall of graphics drivers
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
02Disable virtualization services if not in use
- Disable virtualization services if not in use
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
03Update network interface card (NIC) drivers
- Update network interface card (NIC) drivers
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
04Run SFC scan to repair system kernel files
- Run SFC scan to repair system kernel files
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
Possible causes
- Outdated display or GPU driver memory leak
- Virtualization software (Hyper-V, VirtualBox) memory overhead
- Corrupted or outdated network controller driver
- System registry parameters misconfiguration
Useful Windows tools
These commands open Windows tools. Review changes before applying them.
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