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IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL

IRQL Not Less or Equal

What does this error mean?

A kernel-mode process attempted to access pageable memory at an invalid IRQL level, often caused by driver issues.

How to fix IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL?

Update all drivers, especially graphics and network drivers. Check for hardware issues (RAM, hard drive). Run Windows Memory Diagnostic. Disable overclocking if enabled.