Getting hit with a “Memory Management” BSOD in Valorant? Here’s how to tackle it step-by-step, so you can get back to playing smoothly. Common causes include RAM issues, software conflicts, and driver problems.
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Solution 1: Remove Problem Files
- Open File Explorer.
- Head to “This PC” and then go to “Local Disk (C:).”
- Type 3926 into the search bar.
- Delete 392667600.dat file if it appears, select and delete it.
- Confirm by clicking “Continue.”
- Search for vgkbootstatus.dat.
- Delete vgkbootstatus.dat file, select and delete this file.
- Confirm to continue.
- Relaunch Valorant to see if the error clears. If not, go to the next step.
Solution 2: Disable Conflicting Programs
Some background applications may conflict with Valorant, causing the memory error. Common offenders include:
- Blitz
- Overwolf
- Insight Video Capture
- CORSAIR iCue
- Discord
- MSI Dragon Center
- HP Omen Software
If you have these installed, try uninstalling them completely. If you’d rather not uninstall, follow these steps:
- Right-click on the taskbar and select “Task Manager.”
- For each of these programs running, right-click and select “End Task.”
- Check if the problem is resolved. If not, proceed to the next step.
Solution 3: Adjust Windows Security Settings
- Type “Windows Security” in the search bar and open it.
- On the left, choose “Device Security.”
- Under “Core isolation details,” turn off “Memory integrity.”
- Confirm with “Yes.”
- After restarting, try launching Valorant again to see if the BSOD is gone.
If the issue persists, further troubleshooting may be necessary, such as running the Windows Memory Diagnostic tool, updating all drivers, or performing a fresh Windows installation to clear any lingering system conflicts.
Each method here can help resolve memory issues and prevent Valorant crashes for a smoother gaming experience.