How to Resolve the Driver Verifier IOManager Violation
Driver Verifier IOManager Violation is a common Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error that often causes Windows systems to malfunction. This article provides some practical solutions to help restore system stability.
1. Check for Updated Drivers
Outdated, corrupted, or incompatible drivers can trigger the IOManager Violation error, preventing Windows from functioning properly. Checking for and updating drivers is an effective way to resolve this issue. We recommend using Driver Sentry to automatically detect and update drivers, saving you time and avoiding the risk of downloading or installing incorrect drivers.
Click the download button to get the latest version of Driver Sentry, and install the software. After installation, open the program and click "Scan".
After the scan is complete, the list of missing or outdated drivers will be displayed. Find the driver that needs to be updated and click the "Upgrade" button.
Once the update is complete, it is recommended to restart your computer to ensure the updated drivers are properly applied.
2. Disable Driver Verifier
Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog, type "verifier", and press Enter.
In the Driver Verifier Manager window that appears, select "Delete existing settings".
Click "Finish", and the system will prompt you to restart the computer.
After restarting, Driver Verifier will be disabled. You can check if the IOManager Violation error has been resolved.
Note: Disabling Driver Verifier means your system will no longer deeply monitor drivers. If the issue persists, you can re-enable Driver Verifier and troubleshoot the problematic driver step by step.
3. Repair System Files
Using SFC to repair system files:
Press Windows + S, type "Command Prompt", and select "Run as administrator".
In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter: sfc /scannow
The system will begin scanning and repairing corrupted system files. This process may take some time, so be patient.
After the scan is complete, restart your computer and check if the Driver Verifier IOManager Violation error is resolved.
Using DISM to repair system image:
Open Command Prompt (Admin) and type the following command and press Enter: DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
Wait for the DISM tool to complete the scanning and repair process. This may also take some time.
After completion, restart the computer and check if the issue is resolved.
4. Check Hard Drive and Memory
Checking the hard drive:
Press Windows + S, type "Command Prompt", and select "Run as administrator".
Type the following command and press Enter: chkdsk C: /f /r
The system will prompt that the disk check will be performed at the next restart. Type "Y" (Yes) and press Enter.
Restart your computer, and the system will automatically check and repair any hard drive errors during startup.
Checking the memory:
Press Windows + R, type "mdsched.exe", and press Enter to launch the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool.
Select "Restart now and check for problems". The system will automatically check the memory upon restart.
After the check is complete, the system will display the memory diagnostic results. If issues are detected, you may need to replace the memory modules.
5. Disable Fast Startup
Press Windows + X and select "Power Options" > "Additional power settings".
In the Power Options window, click on "Choose what the power buttons do" on the left-hand side.
Click on "Change settings that are currently unavailable", then uncheck "Turn on fast start-up (recommended)".
Save changes and restart your computer.
6. Perform a System Restore
Press Windows + R, type "rstrui", and press Enter to open the System Restore tool.
In the System Restore wizard, choose a restore point from when you know the computer was working properly. If no restore points are available, you can enable System Protection and create a restore point.
Click "Next", then click "Finish" to begin the restoration process.
After completion, the computer will restart and revert to the selected restore point. Check if the Driver Verifier IOManager Violation error is resolved.
Following these steps will help resolve the Driver Verifier IOManager Violation error. If the issue persists, contact professional support for assistance.
See also:
Guide to Fix a Computer That Shuts Down Randomly
Resolve Error Code 0x80072f8f on Windows 10
