What is BSOD-igdkmd64.sys?
BSOD-igdkmd64.sys shows up as a critical-severity system driver fault. Windows has terminated due to a fatal error in the igdkmd64.sys kernel module. Common triggers are outdated or faulty driver, hardware incompatibility and conflict with antivirus. Use the steps below to track down and fix the cause.
Common Causes
- Outdated or faulty driver
- Hardware incompatibility
- Conflict with antivirus
Step-by-Step Fix Guide
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Update the driver in Safe Mode
Update the driver in Safe Mode is the first thing worth trying, since it resolves BSOD-igdkmd64.sys for most affected systems.
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Return the driver to the previous version (Rollback)
Where the fault comes back, look to the later steps — they're built around uncommon drivers instability triggers.
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Check the logs in Event Viewer
Still seeing BSOD-igdkmd64.sys after that? "Check the logs in Event Viewer" is the next thing to check.
Commands & Diagnostics
verifier /standard /all
bcdedit /set safeboot minimal
Frequently Asked Questions
In most cases, outdated or faulty driver is behind BSOD-igdkmd64.sys. Hardware incompatibility and conflict with antivirus can trigger it too.
Try "Update the driver in Safe Mode" first — it resolves most BSOD-igdkmd64.sys cases on its own. Only work through the rest of the guide above if it comes back.
Treat BSOD-igdkmd64.sys as urgent — it's flagged critical severity, meaning repeated occurrences risk data loss or hardware damage.
In most cases, yes — the guide above resolves BSOD-igdkmd64.sys without a clean install. Treat a reinstall as the last resort, not the first move.
Sometimes. Microsoft regularly releases patches that fix known BSOD triggers including BSOD-igdkmd64.sys. Make sure Windows is fully up to date via Settings → Windows Update before attempting more advanced fixes.
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