← Back to DatabaseHow to Fix TERMINAL_SERVER_DRIVER_MADE_INCORRECT_MEMORY_REFERENCE
Topic: Windows 10 Blue Screen Errors | Status: Updated
What is this error?
The "TERMINAL_SERVER_DRIVER_MADE_INCORRECT_MEMORY_REFERENCE" error is a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error in Windows 10 that typically indicates a problem with a device driver. This error can occur due to issues such as incompatible or corrupted driver files, leading to memory access violations.
How to Fix It
Fixing the "TERMINAL_SERVER_DRIVER_MADE_INCORRECT_MEMORY_REFERENCE" error involves a systematic approach to identify and resolve the underlying issues.
- Boot into Safe Mode: Restart your computer and press F8 or Shift + F8 before the Windows logo appears. Select "Safe Mode" from the advanced boot options.
- Update Device Drivers: Once in Safe Mode, right-click on the Start menu, select "Device Manager," expand the relevant categories (such as Display adapters), right-click on the drivers, and choose "Update driver."
- Uninstall Problematic Drivers: If updating drivers does not work, return to Device Manager, right-click on any suspect drivers, and select "Uninstall device." Restart your computer to allow Windows to reinstall the default drivers.
- Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool: Press Windows + R, type "mdsched.exe," and hit Enter. Choose to restart and check for problems, followed by following on-screen instructions to detect memory issues.
- Perform a System Restore: If the issue persists, press Windows + S, search for "System Restore," and follow the prompts to restore your system to a previous state before the issue began.
- Reset Windows 10: As a last resort, go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery. Select "Reset this PC" and follow the instructions to reset Windows while keeping your files.
Disclaimer: This is an educational guide. We are not responsible for data loss. Always backup your system.
