These issues are typically caused due to corrupt/outdated relevant drivers or hardware problems.

Check for Hardware Problems

Before we proceed with this method, we recommend that you reset your PC.

There have been instances where the error occurred because the fItmr.sys file was not launched correctly.

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If the issue occurs after booting as well, proceed with the steps below.

Once the command is executed, close Command Prompt and see if the issue is resolved.

For the former, you’re free to head over to our dedicated guide onupdating drivers in Windows.

Run a CHKDSK scan

If this scenario is applicable, then the first thing we recommend doing isuninstalling the recent Windows updates.

For this purpose, we will first launch Windows into Safe Mode.

Once you are in Safe Mode, find out if the issue appears again.

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If you aren’t sure about the apps, navigate to theServices tabin the System Configuration dialog.

Now divide the services into two parts and enable all services in the first part.

Wait to see if the error pops up again.

As such, keep narrowing down the culprit until you find it.

We highly recommend keeping your gear drivers updated at all times to avoid such problems in the future.

Regularly installing available system updates is also important, since they contain bug fixes and protect your system.