NVLDDMKM Problem

This problem is quite common among Vista OS with an Nvidia graphics card. The problem usually triggers when playing games or watching videos.

Before doing anything first make an Restore point so if anything goes wrong you can revert back.

Note
Try this steps on your own risk

Problem

The problem that I encounter is an NVLDDMKM problem along with vertical lines showing on the laptop monitor.

Solution1

Reduce the CPU performance

Goto Control panel --> System and Maintenance --> Power options -->
Choose Power saver

Solution2

Turn off time out detection

1. Regedit.
2. Navigate to: HKLMSystemCurrentControlSetControlGraphicsDrivers
3. Add the following DWORD: TdrLevel and set the value to 0.
4. Reboot.

Solution3

1. Update your video card driver

Solution4

Disable TMM

Administrative tools > Task Scheduler > Scroll down till you see TMM. Double click ‘TMM’. Right click it and select disable.

Solution5

Increase the cooling system of your Computer
(use Ice bag that can be bought on Drug stores)

The result
Well the problem still occurs occationally the good thing is we can now use the laptop.