When your display driver crashes, the first thing you should do is make sure that you are using the latest version of the driver. You can usually find this information through your computer’s Device Manager. If the driver is not up to date, it is likely that the crash is due to a compatibility issue.
Once you have verified that the driver is up to date, the next step is to check for hardware issues. Make sure all of your connections are secure and that none of the hardware is damaged. If something appears to be wrong, you may need to replace the hardware or take it to a technician for further investigation.
If all of your hardware looks to be in working order, the next move is to troubleshoot the software. There are a few key tasks you can perform to resolve a driver crash.
The first task is to uninstall and reinstall the driver. This will ensure that the driver is installed correctly, and that any problems with the installation have been addressed. To do this, visit your computer’s Device Manager, right-click the driver and select “uninstall.” Once uninstalled, you must reboot your system and install the driver from the manufacturer’s website.
Next, you should check the driver settings. Sometimes, incorrect settings can cause the driver to crash. To check the settings, go to the display device manager and select the properties tab. Here, you can adjust the resolution, color depth, refresh rate, and more. Make sure all of these settings are correct for your monitor and graphics card.
Sometimes, driver crashes can be caused by incompatibility with other software. If you have recently installed new software, try uninstalling it and seeing if the driver issues persist. Otherwise, you may need to update the software so that it works properly with your driver.
If all of these steps fail to resolve the issue, you may need to try a complete system restore. System restores can be a last resort approach to resolving driver issues, as they will revert your system back to a previous point in time. This should be done with caution, as a system restore could lead to data loss.
Finally, if none of the above solutions work, you may need to look into replacing your display driver. You can usually purchase a new driver online or contact the manufacturer for technical support.
No matter what course of action you take when dealing with a crashed display driver, make sure to be patient and diligent. Taking the time to properly troubleshoot the issue will help you get your computer back up and running as swiftly as possible.