How to Fix the DAM_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT Blue Screen Error in Windows?

Hi everyone,

I recently encountered the DAM_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT error on my Windows PC, which caused a blue screen and forced a restart. I’m not sure what triggers this error or how to prevent it from happening again.

Can someone explain the possible causes of DAM_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT and provide step-by-step methods to fix it safely? I’d like solutions that don’t risk data loss or system instability.

Thanks in advance!

Tagged: Windows 11

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Mira Lennox Lennox

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November 18, 2025 at 9:56 am

This error usually pops up when Windows notices a driver or memory process taking too long to respond and it gets protective, so the system throws a blue screen to avoid damage. The easiest fix is to update your graphics and chipset drivers through Windows Update or the device makers site because outdated drivers trigger this most often. If that does not help then run a memory check with Windows Memory Diagnostic and let it complete fully since weak RAM can also cause this. You can also open Command Prompt as admin and run sfc /scannow followed by DISM restore health to repair any system files that got corrupted.

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