Save open work and back up important files. Note any recent driver or hardware changes. If Windows cannot start, use the startup guide first.
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.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
02Disable virtualization services if not in use
Disable virtualization services if not in use.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
03Update network interface card (NIC) drivers
Update network interface card (NIC) drivers.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
04Run SFC scan to repair system kernel files
Run SFC scan to repair system kernel files.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
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- Outdated display or GPU driver memory leak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- Corrupted or outdated network controller driver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 any action inside the tool before applying changes.
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