How to Fix VxD Errors

A driver is a software program that helps your computer communicate with hardware.

Virtual Device Driver (VxD) errors are limited to the Windows 95 and Windows 98 operating systems. Generally, these errors are caused by outdated drivers. Fortunately, the Windows 95 and Windows 98 operating systems provide a way to update all of your drivers. If updating your drivers does not fix the problem, you are likely experiencing a hardware failure. Hardware failures are serious and, if you think you are experiencing one, you should backup your computer immediately and take it to a computer technician.

Instructions

1. Click on the "Start" menu, then "Settings" and then "Control Panel."

2. Double-click on "System" and then "Device Manager." The System Properties window opens.

3. Click on the "+" sign next to "Disk Drives."

4. Double-click on the first driver that appears under the Disk Drives heading.

5. Click on the "Driver" tab and then click "Update Driver."

6. Click "Next" and then click "Next" again.

7. Check the box next to "Microsoft Windows Update" and then click "Next."

8. Repeat the steps for every driver listed in the System Properties window. This should only take a few minutes.

9. Restart your computer.

Tips & Warnings

• Sometimes, VxD errors are caused by a hardware failure. If the above steps do not work, consider bringing your computer to a computer technician.

References

• Ask Leo: What Can I Do About VxD Errors?
• Windows Reinstall: Update Driver