BSOD while gaming, error *attempt to reset display driver failed*

• How to troubleshoot video card problems
• NVIDIA DRIVERS 306.23WHQL
• http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/83814-drivers-clean-left-over-files-after-uninstalling.html

usasma said:

NOTE: If overclocking, please reset the system to default values while troubleshooting it.

Info on the STOP 0x116 error: BSOD Index
More info on this particular error (applies to all video cards, not just AMD): AMD Game Forums - ATIKMDAG.sys problems and TDR FAQ Link broken
New Link - Thanks to Captain Jack: How to troubleshoot
New link (25 Apr 2012): AMD Game Forums - ATIKMDAG.sys problems and TDR FAQ
31May2011 - More info (Thanks to VirGnarus): NVIDIA Statement on TDR Errors - NVIDIA Forums

Best advice that I've seen about this error (from here: BSOD )

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If playing with video driver versions hasn't helped, make sure the box is not overheating. Try removing a side panel and aiming a big mains fan straight at the motherboard and GPU. Run it like that for a few hours or days - long enough to ascertain whether cooler temperatures make a difference. If so, it might be as simple as dust buildup and subsequently inadequate cooling." - H2SO4

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If all that doesn't work, then I'd have to suggest trying a new video card.

A Microsoft article about fixing Video TDR timeout (STOP 0x117) here: "Display driver stopped responding and has recovered" error in Windows 7 or Windows Vista

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