Dealing with Persistent “Xvdd SCSI Miniport – Restart Required” Notifications in Windows 11
If you’re a Windows 11 user and have encountered a recurring notification stating, “Your PC needs to restart to finish setting up this device: Xvdd SCSI Miniport,” you’re not alone. Many users have reported seeing this message repeatedly during their daily system boot, often leading to frustration and confusion.
Understanding the Notification
The Xvdd SCSI Miniport is a device driver component associated with the Xbox app on Windows 11. Given that the Xbox app is essential for many gamers—especially those playing titles like Minecraft, which is owned by Microsoft—it’s understandable why users may wish to retain it. However, the persistent restart prompt can be intrusive, especially when restarting your PC doesn’t seem to resolve the issue.
Common Root Causes
This issue typically stems from incomplete or faulty installation processes related to the Xbox app or its associated components. Windows may interpret these residual configurations as pending device setup, triggering repeated restart notifications.
Potential Solutions
While the problem can be persistent, several troubleshooting steps—ranging from simple to more advanced—can help eliminate these notifications:
- Ensure Windows and Drivers Are Fully Updated
- Check for the latest Windows updates via Settings > Windows Update.
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Update device drivers through Device Manager or the manufacturer’s website.
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Reset the Xbox App
- Navigate to Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
- Find Xbox, select it, then click Advanced options.
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Choose Reset to restore it to default settings.
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Reinstall the Xbox App
- Uninstall the Xbox app completely.
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Reinstall it from the Microsoft Store.
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Check for Pending Windows Updates or Driver Installations
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
sfc /scannow -
These commands repair system files that may be causing the issue.
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Edit the Registry to Remove Pending Device Changes
Warning: Editing the registry can cause system instability. Proceed with caution and back up the registry before making changes. - Open Registry Editor (regedit.exe).
- Navigate to:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\GraphicsDrivers - Look
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