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0x00000113 — Video DXGKRNL Fatal Error | Blue Screen Fix Guide

VIDEO_DXGKRNL_FATAL_ERROR

Windows 10Windows 11

What Does 0x00000113 Mean?

A fatal error occurred in the DirectX graphics kernel (dxgkrnl.sys).

Real-World Causes

  1. 1GPU driver fatal error
  2. 2DirectX kernel subsystem crash
  3. 3GPU hardware failure
  4. 4Incompatible GPU driver

Symptoms

  • ⚠Blue screen with stop code VIDEO_DXGKRNL_FATAL_ERROR
  • ⚠System reboots unexpectedly
  • ⚠Possible data loss from unsaved work

DIY Fix

Beginner-friendly steps you can try at home

  1. 1Restart your computer
  2. 2Update graphics drivers
  3. 3Reduce screen resolution temporarily
  4. 4Disable hardware acceleration

Advanced Fix

For experienced users and IT professionals

  1. 1Analyze minidump for faulting GPU driver
  2. 2Use DDU to clean-install graphics drivers
  3. 3Test GPU with stress tools like FurMark
  4. 4Check GPU temperatures under load

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes VIDEO_DXGKRNL_FATAL_ERROR?
A fatal error occurred in the DirectX graphics kernel (dxgkrnl.sys).
Can I fix Video DXGKRNL Fatal Error myself?
In many cases yes. Start with basic troubleshooting like restarting, updating drivers, and running System File Checker. If the issue persists, advanced analysis of crash dumps may be needed.

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