Logitech is known for making one of the best and highest-quality PC peripherals on the market. However, as PC peripherals get more and more complicated, they also require software to help control different aspects like RGB, key assignments, profiles and more.
In this article, we’re talking about Logitech’s G-Hub facing a critical error, the reasons behind it and what you can do to fix the problem.
What causes Logitech G-Hub critical error?
This error can actually be caused by a number of different factors including but not limited to:
- Other programs conflicting with G-Hub
- Not enough system memory for G-Hub to run
- Pending G-Hub or Windows updates.
- Glitches in G-Hub
Also read: Logitech G-Hub vs Logitech Gaming Software (LGS)
How to fix the Logitech G-Hub critical error?
Here are x fixes you can try out.
Restarting G-Hub
Restarting G-Hub can often get rid of issues with the software being stuck at the loading screen or not detecting devices.
Step 1: Open the quick access tray in the taskbar, right-click the G-Hub icon and select Quit.
Step 2: Now open the Task Manager and find LGHUB Updater in the Processes tab. Right-click it and select End task. Repeat this for any other G-Hub-related processes you see.
Now restart G-Hub and it should load up just fine without any problems.
Check your drivers
Checking your devices’ drivers can also help if they’re not showing up in G-Hub or are causing it to crash.
Step 1: Press the Windows key and search for Device Manager. Click on the corresponding search result.
Step 2: Find your Logitech device, right-click it and select Uninstall device.
Step 3: Now unplug and replug the device and wait for the drivers to install automatically.
Launch G-Hub again and your problem should be solved.
Run an SFC scan
Corrupt files are the number one reason your PC might behave weirdly. Here’s how you can get rid of them and potentially resolve your issue.
Step 1: Press Windows Key + S to open the Cortana/Search box and search for Powershell. Open Windows Powershell from the search results.
Step 2: Type sfc /scannow to scan your system for issues.
Step 3: If the SFC scan finds any problems, use the following command to resolve them.
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
Restart your PC and the error should be resolved. If that doesn’t help, using this guide, you can run a DISM scan to fix any other errors.
Update Windows and G-Hub
Updating G-Hub and your OS can also help resolve the issue by eliminating any underlying bugs hindering functionality.
Check out this guide to quickly update Windows or pause updates if it's hindering G-Hub. You can also check out this guide to update Windows 10 from Command line and Powershell. If you're facing issues while updating Windows 10, go here.
Reinstall G-Hub
If nothing else works, your best bet is to reinstall G-Hub from scratch.
Step 1: Press the Windows key on your keyboard and search for Apps and features. Click the corresponding search result.
Step 2: Search for Logitech G Hub in the list and click the three vertical dots next to it, followed by Uninstall.
Step 3: Now head over to the Logitech website and download G-Hub again.
Also read: Logitech GHub not loading: 6 Fixes
