How to Fix Video TDR Failure (atikmpag.sys)

The Video TDR Failure (atikmpag.sys) error can be frustrating, causing your screen to flicker or crash. But don’t worry, there are solutions! This guide will walk you through several methods to fix the issue.

Understanding the Error:

This error typically points to problems with your graphics card driver, the atikmpag.sys file being the AMD (ATI) graphics driver.

Here’s how to tackle it:

1. Update or Reinstall Graphics Driver:

• Updating the driver is often the most effective solution.
• Press the Start button and type Device Manager.
• Expand Display adapters.
• Right-click your graphics card and select Update driver.
• Choose Search automatically for updated driver software.
• If no updates are found, right-click the graphics card again and select Uninstall device. Check the box to delete the driver software and click Uninstall.
• Restart your computer. Windows will automatically reinstall a generic driver.
• For better performance, download the latest driver from your graphics card manufacturer’s website (AMD for ATI cards) and install it.

2. Roll Back Driver (if applicable):

If the issue started recently, rolling back the driver might help.

• In Device Manager, right-click your graphics card and select Properties.
• Go to the Driver tab.
• If available, click Roll Back Driver.
• Restart your computer if you can roll back.

3. Tweak Power Management Settings:

In some cases, power settings can interfere with graphics performance.

• Open Control Panel (search for it in the Start menu).
• Change the view by category to Icons and select Power Options.
• Click Change plan settings next to your chosen power plan.
• Click Change advanced power settings.
• Expand PCI Express and set Link State Power Management to Off.
• Click Apply and OK to save changes.
• Restart your computer.

4. Additional Tips:

• Overclocking: If you’ve overclocked your graphics card, try reverting to default settings to see if it resolves the error.
• Background Applications: Close any demanding applications running in the background that might be stressing your graphics card.
• Hardware Issues: If none of these solutions work, there might be a hardware problem with your graphics card. Consider consulting a technician for further diagnosis.

By following these steps, you should be able to fix the Video TDR Failure (atikmpag.sys) error and get your graphics card working smoothly again. If you’re not comfortable with these steps, consider seeking help from a computer technician.