If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track. Run the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe)

If you are having issues installing or updating Gaming Services on your PC, or if you are noticing that the Xbox app for PC is launching with missing content, you may want to download and run the Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC.

Follow these steps to automatically diagnose and repair Windows security problems by turning on UAC, DEP protection, Windows Firewall, and other Windows security options and features. Select the Download button on this page.

Learn how to update drivers in Windows using Device Manager to update or reinstall a driver.

You see the following error code when you try to launch a game on a Windows 10/11 device: 0xc0ea0001. This can mean that there’s a potential service outage or an issue with the license manager on your device.

The Gaming Services Repair Tool can often resolve launch, install, update, or various other issues for both games and the Xbox app itself. You can use this tool from within the Xbox app or try the downloadable version. For more info on how to run this tool, visit: Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC.

Start by running the automated audio troubleshooter in the Get Help app. Get Help automatically runs diagnostics and takes the correct steps to fix most audio issues. Open Get Help. If the Get Help app is unable to resolve your sound or audio issue, try the possible solutions listed: 1. Check your speaker output.

You see the following error code when you try to install, update, or launch an Xbox Game Pass game on your Windows device and are directed to the Microsoft Store page for Gaming Services: 0x87e00196. This means that there’s an issue with your Gaming Services package.

Having trouble connecting to your email from Outlook on your desktop? Follow these steps to let Outlook diagnose and fix errors in your Outlook mail profile that might be causing the issue.

Troubleshoot Game Bar on Windows. If you’re having trouble using Game Bar—like getting keyboard shortcuts to work—here are some things to try. Things to keep in mind: As of October 2024, Windows 10 22H2 or newer is required for some features to work properly within the Xbox app and Game Bar.