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DXGI ERROR DEVICE REMOVED: 6 Quick Ways to Fix It
Changing your graphics card may cause this error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you have encountered the DXGI ERROR DEVICE REMOVED pop-up message while launching specific games or graphics-intensive programs on your Windows computer, then this guide can help!
The majority of users who complained about this issue had NVIDIA graphics cards but you can use our solutions on other popular graphics cards, including AMD Radeon, & Intel.
What causes the DXGI ERROR DEVICE REMOVED error?
There could be several reasons for which error appears; some of the common ones are mentioned here:
Now that you know what causes the issue let us check out the solutions to fix the error.
How can I fix the DXGI ERROR DEVICE REMOVED error?
Before engaging in advanced troubleshooting steps, you should consider performing the following checks:
If these small fixes didn’t work, let’s move to the detailed methods mentioned below.
1. Use the Registry Editor
2. Disable the Shadow Play option
3. Turn off the Anti-Aliasing feature
You can disable the Antialiasing option on AMD and other graphics card software to fix this error.
4. Update or reinstall the graphics driver
5. Check your RAM
If any errors are detected during the memory diagnostic test, it means that there is a problem with your computer’s RAM, and you should take action to resolve the issue.
In case it’s a minor issue, you can try cleaning memory modules and reseat them in their slots. However, if you still facing the issue, you might have to replace one or more memory modules.
6. Reinstall the NVIDIA GeForce Experience app
Follow the same process if you have AMD, Intel, or another graphics card to reinstall the app to get rid of the issue.
So, these are methods you can follow to fix the DXGI ERROR DEVICE REMOVED error so that you can launch your games without any problems.
If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to mention them in the comments section below.
More about the topics:NVIDIA driver,windows 10,Windows 11
Srishti Sisodia
Windows Software Expert
Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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Srishti Sisodia
Windows Software Expert
She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
