Vmware Inc. - Display - 8.17.2.14
Topic: VMware Inc. – Display Driver / Component – Version 8.17.2.14
1. Context: VMware Display Technologies
VMware Inc., now a subsidiary of Broadcom, develops virtualization software (ESXi, Workstation, Fusion) that relies heavily on virtualized graphics and display subsystems. These components enable guest operating systems (Windows, Linux) to render UI, handle multi-monitor setups, and leverage 3D acceleration (DirectX, OpenGL, Vulkan) without direct hardware access.
Issue 3: Blue Screen with "VIDEO_DXGKRNL_FATAL_ERROR"
Cause: The driver’s WDDM 1.2 implementation clashes with Windows 10 Anniversary Update (1607) and newer. vmware inc. - display - 8.17.2.14
Step-by-step investigative guide
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Quick commands summary
- Check VIBs:
esxcli software vib list - Gather host logs/support bundle:
vm-support - Check VM tools status (on ESXi/vCenter):
| Attribute | Details | |-----------|---------| | Driver File Name | vm3dum.dll, vm3dum64.dll, vm3dgl.dll, vmx_fb.dll | | INF File | vm3d.inf | | Hardware ID | PCI\VEN_15AD&DEV_0405 (SVGA II Adapter) | | Supported Guest OS | Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 up to v1511 | | Maximum Resolution | 2560x1600 per monitor (up to 8 monitors) | | 3D API Support | DirectX 9.0c, OpenGL 2.1 (emulated) | | VRAM Allocation | Up to 2 GB dynamically assigned | | Feature Support | Hardware cursor, Automatic resolution scaling, VMCI-based acceleration | Topic: VMware Inc
- Check VIBs:
