If your Windows computer is coming up with “Windows has stopped this device Code 43” error message, it is likely that the problem is related to improper functioning of the Graphics Device on your computer.
This error usually occurs due to the built-in safety feature in Windows operating system, which automatically stops faulty devices from running and causing software/hardware related damage on the computer.
In most cases, Code 43 errors occur in Windows computers due to the Graphics Card Device failing to load or crashing after loading.
Fix Graphics Device Related Code 43 Error (NVIDIA & Intel)
If your computer is reporting Graphics Device Driver Code 43 Error, you should be able to fix the problem using the following methods.
1. Shut Down the Computer & Restart
Sometimes, the problem is due to drivers for the Graphics card not being properly loaded by the operating system and this can be fixed by restarting the computer.
Shut down the computer > Wait for 60 seconds > Press the Power button to restart the computer.
As the computer restarts, it should load up the right driver software required for proper functioning of all hardware devices on your computer.
2. Update Graphics Card Driver
1. Right-click on the Start button and click on Device Manager in WinX menu.
2. On Device Manager screen, expand the entry for Display Adapters > right-click on the listed Graphics Driver and click on Update driver.
3. On the next screen, select Search automatically for updated driver software option and follow the onscreen instructions to update the Driver.
After updating the Graphics Card Driver, Restart the computer and see if the problem is now fixed.
3. Download Updated Driver from Manufacturers Website
If Windows is unable to find the driver, visit Manufacturers website (NVIDIA, Intel, etc.) and see if an update for the driver is available.
If an update is available, download the driver software file on your computer > double click on the File and follow instructions to install the updated Driver on your computer.
4. Uninstall and Reinstall Graphics Driver
In certain cases, the problem is due to the Graphics Card Driver being corrupted and this can be fixed by uninstalling the device driver and reinstalling it back again.
1. Right-Click on the Start button and click on Device Manager.
2. On Device Manager screen, expand Display Adapters entry, right-click on Graphics Driver and click on Uninstall Device option.
3. On the confirmation pop-up, select Attempt to Remove the driver for this device option and click on the Uninstall button.
After removing the driver, restart the computer and Windows 11/10 shuould automatically install the required driver.
5. Install Updates
Sometimes, the problem is due to a Windows Update waiting to be installed on the computer.
Windows 11: Go to Settings > Windows Update (left-pane) and click on Check for Updates button in the right-pane.
Windows 10: Go to Settings > Updates & Security > Windows Update and click on Check for Updates button in the right-pane.
Allow Windows to check for updates and follow the instructions to download and Install Updates (If available).