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LiveKernelEvent Code 1a8 & 1b8: How to Fix These Hardware Errors

Fix hardware error 1a8 or 1b8 with a driver update

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Key notes

Hardware error 1a8 appears in log files after a system crash, and as such it can cause stability issues and loss of files on your PC.Since this error will negatively affect your performance and the stability of your system, it’s important to address it as soon as possible, so keep on reading to learn how to fix it.

What is live kernel event 1a8 & 1b8?

These error codes will usually appear when viewing Reliability History after a system crash. They are caused by the following:

How do I fix LiveKernelEvent code 1a8 & 1b8?

1. Install older graphics driver

To remove graphics card drivers completely, many users are recommending usingDisplay Driver Uninstaller, so you might want to consider it.

Rolling back the driver can resolve many incompatibility issues likeLiveKernelEvent 144, giving you a stable environment to play your favorite game.

2. Disable auto overclocking in BIOS

If you are unable to enter BIOS, we have a great guide on how toaccess BIOSthat might be helpful.

3. Disable FreeSync on your monitor

Also, be sure to disable FreeSync on a software level:

Hardware errors 1a8 or 1b8 will appear due to issues with your graphic drivers, and in most cases, they can be fixed with a quick reinstall. In some instances, a hard disk hardware error or GPU problem can causeLiveKernelEvent 141,LiveKernelEvent error, orKernel Power error 41.

What method did you use to fix this problem? Feel free to share it with us in the comments section below.

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Milan Stanojevic

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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.

Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.

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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.

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