Anti-Cheat
Open System Configuration:
Press
Win + R
to open the Run dialog.Type
msconfig
and press Enter.
Navigate to the Services Tab:
In the System Configuration window, click on the "Services" tab.
Hide Microsoft Services:
Check the box labeled "Hide all Microsoft services."
Search for Easy Anti-Cheat:
Look through the list of services and find "Easy Anti-Cheat."
Uncheck the box next to it if it is enabled.
Note on Anti-Cheat Programs
For certain anti-cheat programs like Valorant (Riot Vanguard), FaceIT, and ESEA, you will need to uninstall them fully to prevent them from blocking the driver from loading.
Uninstalling Riot Vanguard, ESEA, and FaceIT
Open Apps & Programs:
Go to Windows Settings by pressing
Win + I
.Select "Apps."
Uninstall Riot Vanguard:
Find "Riot Vanguard" in the list of installed programs.
Click on it and select "Uninstall."
Uninstall ESEA:
Find "ESEA" in the list of installed programs.
Click on it and select "Uninstall."
Uninstall FaceIT:
Find "FaceIT" in the list of installed programs.
Click on it and select "Uninstall."

By following these steps, you will disable Fast Boot and uninstall any invasive anti-cheat programs that may be blocking your drivers from loading.
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