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The driver verification process is quite intriguing. Windows adds drivers for testing by making them incompatible, outdated, etc., to verify those drivers. If any driver fails the test, the dreaded BSoD (Blue Screen of Death) appears on the screen. Subsequently, DSoD creates a crash dump to debug the errors.
How to run Driver Verifier
There are various ways to enable or disable Driver Verifier on Windows 10. The most common method is to type Verifier in the Search bar on the Taskbar, then select Verifier Run command to open Driver Verifier.
Alternatively, you can open CMD and type Verifier there, then press Enter to launch Driver Verifier.
Lastly, you can open Task Manager on Windows 10, create a new task, and choose to open Verifier. To do this, click File, then select Run new task
In the Create new task window, in the Open field, type Verifier and click OK.
At this point, Verifier will be running.
Configuring Driver Verifier Settings
After opening Verifier, the next step is to configure and activate the settings for Verifier to function correctly. First, choose the option Create custom settings (for code developers), then click the Next button at the bottom corner.
Check the box for Select driver names from a list, then click the Next button once again.
Next, check the options I/O verification, Force pending I/O requests, and IRP Logging, then click Next.
Now, all you need to do is review the list and check all the drivers that are not from Microsoft. To determine whether a driver is from Microsoft, look in the Provider column.
Click the Finish button at the bottom corner of the list.
How to disable (turn off) Driver Verifier?
To disable Driver Verifier, simply run Verifier again as in the above steps (via Search bar, Command Prompt, or Task Manager), then select Delete existing settings from the menu. Click the Finish button to turn off (disable) Driver Verifier.
Enable or Disable Driver Verifier on Windows 10
Most tech enthusiasts who use computers regularly will install third-party drivers at some point, and these drivers usually work flawlessly without any issues.
The Driver Verifier tool is available on all versions of Windows 10, just like your drivers. Driver Verifier is designed to scrutinize all third-party drivers in the operating system to ensure your computer performs at its best.
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