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Video Scheduler Internal Error on Windows 10 (SOLVED)

Blue Screen of Death errors are inevitable on Windows computers and can happen due to various problems with your software or hardware. The most important aspect is that BSOD errors can be fixed without having to contact Microsoft tech support.

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What is VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR?

VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR is an error message that pops up on your screen after turning blue. What happens is that Windows 10 locks you out to prevent further damage to your computer.

It’s caused by a problem with your graphics adapter and usually happens with NVIDIA GPUs. Perhaps your graphics card is not properly detected by your PC. However, you can fix this error without turning to a professional for help.

Here are some possible problems:

  • Outdated operating system or BIOS
  • Malware infections or registry corruption
  • Overclocking
  • Incompatible security software, system updates, or peripheral devices
  • Incorrect firewall settings
  • Outdated or incompatible GPU driver

How to fix VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR on Windows 10

To get rid of stop code VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR, you have to fix the underlying issue with your display. Before starting the troubleshooting operation, however, it’s a good idea to create a system restore point. You will be able to revert Windows 10 to a previous checkpoint in case you have to start again from scratch.

1. Check for system updates

Get started by updating Windows 10 to the latest version. Normally, this should happen automatically on your computer. However, if the auto-update is disabled, you have to manually trigger it. It’s quite easy:

  1. Click the Start button, type check for updates, and press EnterWindows 10 shows how to check for system updates
  2. Your OS should start looking for updates immediately. If it doesn’t, click Check for updatesWindows 10 shows how to check for updates
  3. Click Download to get any pending updatesWindows 10 shows how to download system updates
  4. Your PC might restart several times. Once it finishes, check for BSOD errors

If Windows 10 fails to complete updates, try to restart the Windows Update and dependent services.

2. Run a GPU stress test

The best way to determine the issues of your graphics card is by running a GPU stress test to see what type of Artifacts you receive. Although it takes longer, the test should last at least one hour to be thorough. At the end, it’s a good idea to record the maximum temperatures.

It can be challenging to find the right tool to perform a stress test on your graphics card. If you’re undecided, we suggest opting for FurMark, MSI Afterburner or GPU-Z.

3. Run a malware scan

The Windows 10 VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR can also be caused by a virus infection. So it’s a good idea to run a malware scan on your computer to find and eliminate any threats, whether you’re using Windows Defender or a third-party anti-malware application.

How to use Windows Defender:

  1. Press the Win key, type Windows Security, and press Enter to launch this applicationWindows 10 shows how to access the Windows Security app
  2. Select Virus & threat protectionWindows 10 shows how to select Virus and Threat Protection
  3. Click Scan optionsWindows 10 shows how to access Windows Defender scan options
  4. Choose Quick scan from the list of scan modesWindows 10 shows how to run a Quick Scan using Windows Defender
  5. Click Scan now
  6. Patiently wait while Defender performs a scan and allow it to remove any infections. If it doesn’t find anything suspicious, run another checkup using Windows Defender Offline scan modeWindows 10 shows how to perform a Windows Defender offline scan
  7. Once Defender does its job, restart your PC
  8. Check for blue screen errors

4. Fix the system registry

If the Windows registry has suffered too many modifications due to too many software installations, it could have become corrupt, triggering BSOD stop codes like VIDEO_SCHEDULER_INTERNAL_ERROR as a result. However, you can fix it by using a registry cleaner, without having to reset the PC or use System Restore. Or, check out the next steps to manually repair the registry.

  1. Create a registry backup:
    • Click the Start button, search for Registry Editor, and open this app
    • Open the File menu and select ExportHow to create a registry backup
    • Specify a file name and saving folder for the .reg file
    • Click Save
    • Exit Registry Editor
  2. Right-click the Start button and go to SettingsWindows 10 shows how to access settings from the Start right-click menu
  3. Click Update & SecurityWindows 10 shows how to access the Update and Security settings
  4. Jump to Recovery on the left side
  5. At Advanced startup, click Restart nowWindows 10 shows how to restart in Advanced Startup mode
  6. Windows 10 will reboot in Advanced startup mode. Select Troubleshoot > Advanced options
  7. Click Command PromptWindows 10 shows how to access Command Prompt from the advanced startup mode
  8. Paste the following commands (press Enter after each command): 
    • cd c:\Windows\System32\config
    • ren c:\Windows\System32\config\DEFAULT DEFAULT.old
    • ren c:\Windows\System32\config\SAM SAM.old
    • ren c:\Windows\System32\config\SECURITY SECURITY.old
    • ren c:\Windows\System32\config\SOFTWARE SOFTWARE.old
    • ren c:\Windows\System32\config\SYSTEM SYSTEM.old
    • copy c:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\DEFAULT c:\Windows\System32\config\
    • copy c:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\DEFAULT c:\Windows\System32\config\
    • copy c:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SAM c:\Windows\System32\config\
    • copy c:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SECURITY c:\Windows\System32\config\
    • copy c:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SYSTEM c:\Windows\System32\config\
    • copy c:\Windows\System32\config\RegBack\SOFTWARE c:\Windows\System32\config\
  9. Restart your PC
  10. Check if you still get the VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR stop code

5. Disable overclocking

Some gamers overclock their computer to get more juice out of their GPU, CPU or RAM, in an effort to improve the system requirements for high-demanding games. However, if it’s not done properly or if the cooler is not powerful enough to sustain the extra heat, this could make you screen turn blue to protect your hardware from overheating.

A better solution is to turn off your overclocking software. Then, reproduce the situation that led to the VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR in the first place, like launching a particular game.

6. Reset BIOS

BIOS has a ton of cool options that you can configure, including overclocking, caching, and shading. However, just like in the previous solution, if you don’t what you’re doing, you could end up harming your PC due to incorrect BIOS settings. To fix this issue, you just have to restore BIOS options to their factory values.

  1. Restart your computer
  2. Before Windows boots, press the key displayed on the screen to access BIOS mode
  3. Access the advanced settings
  4. Find and enable the option that resets the BIOS configuration to defaulthow to reset BIOS configuration data
  5. Save the current BIOS settings and exit
  6. After the OS boot, check for additional BSOD errors

7. Update BIOS

Since we’re discussing BIOS, it’s a good idea to check if it’s obsolete. Just like your operating system, applications and router firmware, the BIOS should also be updated to the latest version in order to take advantage of the newest features.

  1. Connect an empty USB flash drive to your PC
  2. Press the Windows key, search for System Information, and open this appWindows 10 shows how to access the System Information app from the Start menu
  3. Go to the System Summary area
  4. Take note of the information displayed at BIOS Version/Date and BaseBoard ManufacturerWindows shows System Information
  5. By taking into account the BaseBoard Manufacturer, visit the official website of your BIOS manufacturer
  6. Check out the details revealed at BIOS Version/Date and use them to find a newer BIOS version that’s compatible with your operating system
  7. Download the BIOS archive and unzip it to a pen drive
  8. Restart your PC and access BIOS mode by quickly pressing the key shown on the screen
  9. Create a backup of the current BIOS version and save it to the USB flash drive
  10. Start the BIOS update and follow the on-screen steps
  11. Patiently wait during the update and make sure to not restart or shut down your PC
  12. Start Windows 10 as normal
  13. Check for the VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR

8. Uninstall third-party security tools

Not all third-party software solutions fully support Windows 10. In fact, some of them can cause display issues and trigger BSOD error messages such as VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR. To resolve this problem, you should get rid of all third-party security applications installed recently.

  1. Right-click the Start button and select Apps and FeaturesWindows 10 shows how to access Apps and Features from the Start right-click menu
  2. Set Sort by to Install date (newest first)Windows 10 shows how to sort apps by install date
  3. Select a security program and click Uninstall
  4. Click Uninstall again to confirm
  5. Proceed with the removal operation
  6. Reboot your PC and check for BSOD errors

The Windows 10 built-in uninstaller can only remove programs from your computer. If you’re looking for a way to delete leftover files and restore registry settings, we suggest resorting to a specialized application remover that does its job thoroughly.

9. Uninstall system updates

If you started getting the VIDEO_SCHEDULER_INTERNAL_ERROR stop code after a recent system update, perhaps that’s where you should shift your attention. Certain Windows updates can cause stability issues because they do not fully support your system configuration, so it’s better to get rid of them and wait until Microsoft rolls out a reliable update.

How to uninstall recent Windows updates:

  1. Press Windows key + R, type control panel, and hit EnterWindows 10 shows how to access Control Panel using the Run tool
  2. Go to Programs and FeaturesWindows 10 shows how to access Programs and Features from Control Panel
  3. Click View installed updatesWindows 10 shows how to view installed Windows updates
  4. Click on the Installed On column to sort the updates by date (newest first)Windows 10 shows how to sort installed Windows Updates by date
  5. Right-click the first update in the list and select Uninstall
  6. When asked if you’re sure, click YesWindows 10 shows how to confirm Windows updates removal
  7. Reboot your PC and check for BSOD errors

10. Run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter

Windows has a troubleshooter designed to fix common errors with your hardware and devices. It’s a good idea to use it for getting rid of the the VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR. You can find it in Settings > Troubleshooters. However, if the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter doesn’t exist on that list, you can use launch it from Run. Here’s how:

  1. Press the Win key + R, type msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic, and hit the Enter key
  2. Click Next and follow the given instructionsWindows 10 shows how to run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter
  3. If it finds a way to repair your hardware and devices, click Apply this fixWindows shows how to apply the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter fixes
  4. Restart Windows 10
  5. See if you are still getting blue screen messages

11. Remove recent peripheral devices

The hardware components you recently attached to your desktop or laptop might not be functioning correctly. Or, they could be incompatible with your operating system. So it’s a good idea to detach them, then start your PC and check for blue screen errors.

If you can’t tell which device is at fault, just shut down your computer and unplug everything, except for your mouse and keyboard. Then, boot Windows and confirm that your PC is no longer crashing.

Replug one device at a time and see what happens with your computer. When you get the VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR again, you will know for sure which component is malfunctioning. In that case, you should send it back to the manufacturer to fix it.

12. Disable your antivirus software

Your antivirus software solution might be blocking critical system processes that your computer needs to function correctly. Otherwise, you could end up with blue screen messages such as VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR.

It typically happens when you have a third-party anti-malware application installed, which isn’t compatible with your operating system. Or, if you have two or more security tools with real-time protection, those components might clash, leading to PC crashes.

To resolve this problem, make sure to turn off any third-party software solutions. And, if you have multiple such programs installed, remove them to restore the stability of your computer.

13. Turn off the firewall

Other security issues might be caused by your firewall, which blocks Internet access to critical components that Windows requires, such as Windows Update. If you or someone else with access to your PC has messed up the firewall settings, then you should restore them to default.

Furthermore, some third-party firewall applications might have a default configuration that’s wrong for your PC, so you should remove them. If you’re not in this situation, here’s how to temporarily turn off Windows Firewall:

  1. Make sure you’re signed in as the PC administrator
  2. Click the Start button, search for Control Panel, and open this app
  3. Go to Windows Defender FirewallControl Panel shows Windows Defender Firewall
  4. Click Turn Windows Defender on or off on the left sideControl Panel shows how to turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off
  5. Select Turn off Windows Defender Firewall (not recommended) at both Private network settings and Public network settingsControl Panel shows how to turn off Windows Defender Firewall
  6. Click OK and restart your PC
  7. Check for BSOD errors

It’s not a good idea to leave your firewall turned off because it means exposing your machine to Internet dangers. Make sure to turn it back on as soon as possible by retracing the steps above.

14. Update your GPU driver

If your graphics adapter is outdated, it’s no wonder that VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR pops up on your screen. To resolve this problem, you just have to update your GPU driver to the newest version.

  1. Right-click the Windows 10 Start button and select Device ManagerWindows 10 shows how to access Device Manager from the Start right-click menu
  2. Expand the Display adapters category
  3. Right-click your graphics device and choose Update driverWindows shows how to update display adapter drivers in Device Manager
  4. When prompted with two options, select Search automatically for drivers
  5. If you see the The best drivers for your device are already installed message, click Search for updated drivers on Windows Update. However, if you have already updated Windows 10, you can skip this step

Windows is not that great at tracking down newer drivers on the Internet, although they are available for download. A better solution is to visit the website of your manufacturer to find and download the latest driver.

However, if you don’t want to go through that trouble or risk getting an incompatible driver, you can use a driver update software solution to keep all your drivers in check.

15. Roll back the graphics driver

On the other hand, if you have already installed a driver that’s damaged or incompatible with your graphics card, you should immediately roll back to the previous version, assuming that it still exists on your hard disk.

  1. Go back to Device Manager
  2. Right-click your graphics device and select PropertiesDevice Manager shows how to access display properties
  3. Select the Driver area
  4. Click Roll Back Driver and follow the steps
  5. If the button is greyed out and can’t be clicked, it means that you can’t make the rollback because a previous driver doesn’t exist on your PCThe Roll Back Driver button is greyed out in Device Manager

16. Disable hardware acceleration

Some games, web browsers, and other programs have a built-in option for improving performance by accelerating your hardware. However, it should be a feature reserved for high-end computers only.

Otherwise, you risk getting system crashes and blue screen messages because your hardware is overworked. If you have a low-end computer with a GPU card on a budget, make sure to disable hardware acceleration in all our apps.

How to disable hardware acceleration in Google Chrome:

  1. Launch Google Chrome
  2. Click the More button on the top-right corner
  3. Select Settings (or visit chrome://settings/)Google Chrome shows how to access the Settings menu
  4. Jump to the Advanced section
  5. At System, turn off Use hardware acceleration when availableChrome shows how to toggle hardware acceleration
  6. Relaunch your web browser

How to disable hardware acceleration in Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Open Mozilla Firefox
  2. Click the ≡ button on the upper-right part
  3. Go to Options (or visit about:preferences)Mozilla Firefox shows how to access the Options menu
  4. In General, locate the Performance section
  5. Disable Use recommended performance settings
  6. When shown, also disable Use hardware acceleration when availableMozilla Firefox shows how to toggle hardware acceleration
  7. Restart Firefox

How to disable hardware acceleration in Microsoft Edge:

  1. Open Microsoft Edge
  2. Click the More button on the upper-right corner
  3. Go to SettingsMicrosoft Edge shows how to access the Settings menu
  4. Jump to the System area (or visit edge://settings/system)
  5. Switch off Use hardware acceleration when availableMicrosoft Edge shows how to toggle hardware acceleration
  6. Click Restart

17. Remove and reseat your hardware

Circling back to your computer’s hardware, the last resort is to remove and reseat all components. It means shutting down your computer and unpluging all components and cards, including your monitor, motherboard, graphics card, and memory.

Make sure to carefully clean off dust, switch ports if you have two or more ports of the same kind, as well as check and change cables if you have any to spare. When it comes to your monitor, try switching from Displayport to HDMI (or vice versa).

Take your time and arm yourself with a bit of patience while doing this. Once you’re ready, insert all cards into the right slots firmly but without applying force. Then, boot your PC and inspect results to see if you’re still getting VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR.

18. Fix hard drive errors

Hard drive corruption and bad sectors could be the reason why your computer is acting up and preventing you from using it. But you can fix HDD errors without having to install a third-party application, thanks to CHKDSK (Check Disk).

How to use CHKDSK:

  1. Press Win key + R, type cmd, and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open Command Prompt as adminWindows 10 shows how to run Command Prompt as admin
  2. Click Yes if prompted by UAC (User Account Control)
  3. If Windows is installed on the C: drive, run chkdsk c: /f. Otherwise, replace c: with the right partition letterCommand Prompt shows how to run chkdsk c f
  4. When asked to schedule CHKDSK at the next system boot, type y and press Enter
  5. Exit Command Prompt and restart your PC
  6. CHKDSK will scan and repair disk errors during boot. Once it finishes, check if you still get BSOD error messages

19. Repair corrupt system files

If your operating system has any corrupt or missing files, it could be why your computer keeps crashing and shows VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR on your screen. But you should be able to resolve this problem without having to reinstall Windows, thanks to SFC (System File Checker).

How to use SFC:

  1. Click the Start button, type Command Prompt, and select Run as administratorWindows 10 shows how to access Command Prompt from the Start menu
  2. Type sfc /scannow and press EnterWindows shows how to run the sfc scannow command in CMD
  3. Wait until SFC finishes its job. Once it’s done, restart your PC
  4. Check if you still get blue screen messages

More serious problems about damaged system files can be handled by DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management). It’s an internal tool that verifies and repairs the component store of the Windows image.

How to use DISM:

  1. Launch Command Prompt with elevated rights
  2. Type DISM /online /cleanup-image /scanhealth and press EnterWindows 10 shows how to run DISM /online /cleanup-image /scanhealth in CMD
  3. If DISM finds any errors, type DISM /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth and press Enter to fix them
  4. Patiently wait while it’s doing its job. Then, restart your PC
  5. Open Command Prompt as admin again
  6. Run SFC (sfc /scannow)Windows shows how to run the sfc scannow command in CMD
  7. Restart your PC one last time and check for BSOD errors

20. Check your RAM

It’s a good idea to inspect your RAM card at the software level to find and resolve any problems which might be causing VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR. You can easily do this by turning to a built-in system tool called Windows Memory Diagnostic.

How to use Windows Memory Diagnostic:

  1. Save all projects you’re currently working on and quit all applications
  2. Press the Windows key, search for Windows Memory Diagnostic, and open this appThe Start menu shows how to access Windows Memory Diagnostic
  3. Click Restart now and check for problems (recommended)Reboot your PC to run Windows Memory Diagnostic
  4. After Windows restarts, it will find and fix any RAM issues
  5. Once it’s complete, check if you still get BSOD messages

For additional information about your memory card, check out MemTest86.

21. Use Event Viewer

It can be difficult to solve VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR if you don’t know which drivers are involved in the system crash. But you can get in-depth information by turning to Windows Event Viewer.

  1. When Windows reboots after a system crash, immediately click the Start button, type Event Viewer, and press Enter to open this appWindows 10 shows how to open the Event Viewer app
  2. Select Windows Logs on the left side and go to System
  3. Choose the first entry in the list to discover more details about VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR. You can analyze the information shown in the General and Details tabsWindows shows how to inspect a system error in Event Viewer

If you prefer a simpler approach toward investigating blue screen errors, we suggest checking out BlueScreenView. It’s a third-party app that gives you the possibility to analyze minidumps (.dmp files) left behind by BSOD events, showing all relevant information in a user-friendly interface.

22. Use System Restore

If you’re the type of user who frequently creates system restore points, then you should be able to roll back Windows 10 to a previous state. The only condition is that the checkpoint must have been created before you started getting VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR.

It’s a simple way to erase any unpredictable software events that could have sent your computer into a spiral. Just keep in mind that any applications installed after the checkpoint will disappear, so you have to reinstall them.

How to use System Restore:

  1. Click the Start button, search for Control Panel, and open this app
  2. Select RecoveryWindows 10 shows how to access Recovery from Control Panel
  3. Click Open System Restore (you need administrator rights)Windows 10 shows how to open System Restore
  4. If this option is visible, click Show more restore points to get a better view of all available restore points
  5. Choose a restore point created before you started experiencing system crashes. You can click Scan for affected programs to find out which applications you will have to reinstall later
  6. Once you select a restore point, click Next and follow the on-screen instructionsWindows 10 shows a couple of system restore points
  7. It will take a while, and your computer will reboot later
  8. Check if your system still crashes now

23. Start Windows 10 in Safe Mode

Booting Windows 10 in Safe Mode means turning off all non-essential drivers, processes, and services to create a secure environment. It’s a great way to get your PC working again, without any BSOD errors.

  1. Interrupt the Windows startup sequence three times to trigger Advanced startup mode
  2. Go to the Troubleshoot sectionWindows 10 shows how to use troubleshooting from the advanced startup mode
  3. Select Advanced options > Startup SettingsWindows 10 shows the advanced startup options
  4. Click Restart
  5. Press F4 to boot Windows in Safe Mode
  6. After Windows boots, check for BSOD errors

24. Use Display Driver Uninstaller

You can use Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) to reset your NVIDIA software and drivers with minimum effort. Here’s how to use it.

  1. Download Display Driver Uninstaller from the official website
  2. Unzip the downloaded files
  3. Start Windows 10 in Safe Mode
  4. Launch the DDU executable file
  5. At Select device type, choose GPU-Z
  6. At Select device, pick NVIDIA
  7. Click Clean and restartThe main window of Display Driver Uninstaller
  8. Check for BSOD errors

25. Lower your monitor refresh rate

Many users overclock their monitors on Windows 10. However, it has been reported that it sometimes causes blue screen errors such as VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR. To fix this problem, you should lower the refresh rate. For instance, if you pumped it up to 75 GHz, try setting it to 60 Hz.

  1. Right-click the Windows 10 desktop and access Display settingsWindows 10 shows how to access display settings
  2. Scroll down and select Advanced display settingsWindows 10 shows how to access advanced display settings
  3. If you have multiple monitors, choose your primary display from the list
  4. Set Refresh rate to one step lowerWindows 10 shows how to set the refresh rate
  5. Check the new settings. If you’re pleased with the new monitor configuration, click Keep changes. Otherwise, select Revert and try a different refresh rate (lower, not higher)Windows 10 shows how to confirm display settings
  6. Once you are comfortable with the monitor refresh rate, check for BSOD errors

Worth mentioning is that, if you have multiple monitors installed on your PC, you should lower the refresh rate of each display to fix VIDEO_SCHEDULER_INTERNAL_ERROR.

26. Check your disk space

If you don’t have enough disk space on your computer, Windows will not be able to properly conduct its processes, resulting in system stability issues and BSOD stop codes like VIDEO_SCHEDULER_INTERNAL_ERROR.

To resolve this problem, you just have to increase the disk space. For example, you can use a partition manager like Windows Disk Management to allocate more disk space from a large partition (e.g. D:) to the Windows drive (e.g. C:).

How to use Disk Management:

  1. Press Windows key + R, type diskmgmt.msc, and press Enter to open Disk Management
  2. Select a large partition on the list that doesn’t have Windows installed (e.g. D:)
  3. Right-click the large partition and select Shrink VolumeWindows shows how to shrink a volume using Disk Management
  4. Set the new volume size by taking out a considerable chunk, then click ShrinkWindows shows how to set the shrink size in Disk Management
  5. Choose the Windows drive (e.g. C:), right-click it, and pick Extend Volume
  6. Specify the new drive size by adding the chunk you just acquired
  7. Finalize extending the volume and restart your PC. The Windows drive should now have more disk space
  8. Check if you still get blue screen errors

An alternative solution is to delete large files you don’t need anymore, like uninstalling applications and games. Plus, you can transfer important data to external hard disks, upload it to a cloud storage account, or burn it to DVD discs. For junk files, you can turn to a system cleaner or Windows Disk Cleanup.

How to use Disk Cleanup:

  1. Visit Downloads and Recycle Bin to save or restore important files since these folders will be cleared
  2. Click the Start button, search for Control Panel, and open this app
  3. Go to Administrative ToolsWindows shows how to access Administrative Tools from Control Panel
  4. Open Disk CleanupWindows shows how to access Disk Cleanup from Administrative Tools
  5. Choose the Windows drive (e.g. C:) and click OK
  6. Select all files from the list and click Clean up system files (you need admin rights)Windows 10 shows how to select files for Disk Cleanup
  7. After the file search, select all items again and click OK
  8. Patiently wait while Windows performs the cleanup and don’t use your computer during this time
  9. After it’s done, reboot your PC and check for BSOD issues

27. Reset Windows 10

When all other solutions are unsuccessful in their attempts to fix VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR, it’s time to factory reset Windows 10. Don’t worry since your personal files will be left untouched. But all your software applications will be removed.

  1. Right-click the Start button and go to SettingsWindows 10 shows how to access settings from the Start right-click menu
  2. Select Update & SecurityWindows 10 shows how to access the Update and Security settings
  3. Switch to the Recovery section
  4. At Reset this PC, click Get startedWindows 10 shows how to reset PC
  5. Select Keep my files and follow the step-by-step instructionsWindows 10 shows the PC reset options

VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR can be resolved

To review, VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR is a nasty blue screen message that indicates a problem with your graphics card (usually NVIDIA). However, it can be also tied to other computer components, like your CPU, motherboard, or even software changes.

To fix this issue, start by running Windows Update and performing a GPU stress test. You should also check your PC for malware, repair corrupt registry settings, turn off your overclocking tools, reset and update BIOS, uninstall third-party security tools and broken system updates, as well as run the internal Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.

Furthermore, it’s a good idea to unplug your external devices, temporarily turn off your antivirus software and firewall, update your GPU driver or roll it back to a stable version, deactivate hardware acceleration, remove and reseat your hardware components, fix hard drive and operating system errors, or check your memory card for issues.

If that doesn’t work either, you should use Event Viewer to find out more details about the crash, roll back Windows 10 to a previous restore point, start the operating system in Safe Mode, use Display Driver Uninstaller to reset your NVIDIA software and drivers, lower your monitor refresh rate, check for insufficient disk space, as well as reset Windows 10.

In the worst case scenario, you might have to ditch your graphics card and upgrade to a superior model. For example, it’s well known that gamers need powerful GPU cards to handle resource-demanding processes.

What solution solved VIDEO SCHEDULER INTERNAL ERROR on your Windows 10 computer? Tell us all about it in the comment section below.

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