FIX: VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE error in Windows 10
- The VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE error is caused by graphic driver incompatibility with Windows 10.
- Keeping your drivers up to date, especially the display driver, can help you get rid of this problem.
- To fix the VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE (igdkmd64.sys) error, make sure to check your graphic settings.
- Using a dedicated tool for BSoD issues can also help you solve this annoying failure.
We enjoy multimedia on an everyday basis on Windows 10, but it seems that there are some issues related to multimedia content and Windows 10.
According to reports, some users are getting VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE (igdkmd64.sys) error, and today we’ll see if we can fix this issue.
VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE (igdkmd64.sys or nvlddmkm.sys) error is caused by a file called igdkmd64.sys or nvlddmkm.sys, and this file is related to Intel integrated graphics.
This issue is probably caused by driver incompatibility with Windows 10. Here are some more examples of this problem:
- VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE mining – With the recent boom of mining, miners have started encountering this error while deploying their graphics card for mining
- VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE atikmpag.sys Windows 10 – An error with this file can cause the issue
- VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE nvlddmkm.sys windows 10 NVidia – Same thing applies to this file, as well (explained further below)
How can I fix the VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE error in Windows 10?
1. Use a dedicated Windows fixer
We suggest a great tool to use when you are dealing with BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) errors. It will take care of them without you knowing their actual cause.
Restoro is powered by an online database that features the latest functional system files for Windows 10 PCs, allowing you to easily replace any elements that can cause a BSoD error.
This software can also help you by creating a restore point before starting the repairs, enabling you to easily restore the previous version of your system if something goes wrong.
This is how you can fix registry errors using Restoro:
- Download and install Restoro.
- Launch the application.
- Wait for the software to identify stability issues and possible corrupted files.
- Press Start Repair.
- Restart your PC for all the changes to take effect.
As soon as the fixing process is completed, your PC should work without problems, and you will not have to worry about BSoD errors or slow response times ever again.
Disclaimer: This program needs to be upgraded from the free version in order to perform some specific actions.
2. Disable Intel HD Graphics driver
- Go to Device Manager.
- Expand the Display adapters section.
- Locate the Intel HD Graphics driver and right-click it.
- Choose Disable from the list and restart your computer.
After restarting your computer, follow the steps above, but this time to enable the display driver.
3. Rollback/reinstall the default display driver
- Press Windows key + R and type devmgmt.msc to start Device Manager.
- Expand Display adapters section.
- Find your display driver, right-click it and choose Roll Back Driver.
- Restart your computer.
If the problem still persists, repeat the steps, but when you right-click your display driver instead of choosing Roll Back Driver, select Uninstall driver.
Also, make sure that you check Delete the driver software for this device.
4. Downgrade your Nvidia driver
Uninstall your Nvidia driver as we explained in the previous solution, and visit Nvidia’s website to download a new set of drivers.
While searching for drivers make sure that you download version 353.54 of drivers. Version 353.54 is an older version, but unlike the latest version, it doesn’t have issues with Intel’s drivers.
In addition you can go to Intel’s website and download the latest version of drivers for your device.
5. Change the Intel graphics settings
- Under the 3D settings change the following:
- Set Application Optimal Mode to Enable.
- Set Multi-Sample Anti-Aliasing to Use Application Settings.
- Set Conservative Morphological Anti-Aliasing to Turn Off.
- Set General Settings to Balanced Mode
- Under Video settings – Basic change these settings:
- Standard Color Correction to Application Settings.
- Input Range to Application Settings.
You should have Intel graphics settings in your system tray. Open it and change the following settings just like in this solution.
6. Update your drivers
Since the VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE is most likely a graphics card issue, there’s a good chance just getting your drivers up to date will resolve it.
If you don’t want the hassle of updating drivers manually, we strongly suggest doing it automatically by using a tool capable of doing this automatically.
7. Clean the hardware
The eternal debate about whether clean hardware actually improves the performance is still on. I’m not going to dig deep into it now, but let’s just say it’s better to have dust-free hardware than not.
In that manner, if none of the solutions from above managed to solve your problem, open the lid, and blow that dust off your graphics card and other components.
It certainly won’t hurt. Unless you’re not careful and damage your hardware during the process.
That’s all, I hope at least one of these solutions helped you to solve VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE problem in Windows 10. If you have any comments or suggestions, just reach for the comment section below.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Outdated drivers are the most common cause of black screen issues. For complete solutions check our guide including quick fixes for Black Screen of Death.
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First, you will have to update the Graphic Card Driver. Follow our guide on how to update drivers in Windows 10.
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There are various solutions to this issue. We recommend you to take a look at our guide on how to fix the VIDEO_TDR_FAILURE error in Windows 10.
