What is NVIDIA_NV_DISP_DLL_CRASH?
The NVIDIA display driver DLL (nvlddmkm.sys) crashed, causing the screen to go black, games to crash to desktop, or a blue screen of death (BSOD) with code VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE.
Common Causes
- Corrupt display driver installation
- Unstable GPU core or memory overclock
- Insufficient GPU power delivery
- Overheating graphics card memory or core
Step-by-Step Fix Guide
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1
Uninstall display drivers using DDU in Safe Mode and install fresh ones
Performing a clean driver install with DDU is the most effective solution for nvlddmkm.sys driver crashes.
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2
Disable GPU overclock in MSI Afterburner
If problems persist, checking hardware issues like power supply or clock stability is necessary.
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3
Check PCIe power cables connection
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4
Update motherboard BIOS to improve PCIe compatibility
Commands & Diagnostics
reg add HKLM\System\CurrentControlSet\Control\GraphicsDrivers /v TdrDelay /t REG_DWORD /d 8 /fStill Need Help?
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