Error 1: incorrect function.
Error 1053: The service did not respond to the start or control request in a timely fashion.
Error 109: The pipe has been ended.
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Does Van Restrictions HVCI error disrupt you while playing Valorant?
This post covers all the potential causes and fixes.
Heres how to do it:
Step 1.

UnderPrograms, click onUninstall a program.
Now, you’re able to see a list of programs installed on your rig.
LocateRiot Vanguardand right-choose it to chooseUninstall.

In the confirmation window, hitYesto confirm this operation.
Once done, launch Riot Games and then Vanguard will reinstall automatically.
Step 6. cycle your setup.

Solution 2: Reinstall Realtek Audio Driver
Step 1.
Typedevice managerin the search bar and hitEnter.
ExpandSound video, and controllersto show yourRealtek Audio driver.
Right-punch it to selectUninstall devicefrom the context menu.
Once done, start your box and then it will automatically reinstall the latest Realtek Audio driver for you.
Alternatively,updating Realtek drivermight also work wonders.
Solution 3: Disable Test Mode
Step 1.
LaunchCommand Promptas an administrator.
In the command window, trigger the commands below in order and dont forget to hitEnterafter each command.
bcdedit -set TESTSIGNING OFF
bcdedit -set NOINTEGRITYCHECKS OFF
Step 3.
After completion, restart the VGC service.
To specify what drivers are unsigned, do these things:
Step 1.
In theFile Signature Verificationwindow, click onStart.
If this tool detects any unsigned driver, search it on Google to check its origin.
If it is outdated, update it to see if it will make a difference.
In this instance,performing system restorecan cancel these changes and return your gear to a healthy state.
In this
Step 1.
Typerstruiand click onOKto launchSystem Restore.
Select a restore point according to your need and hitNext.
After making your choice, click onFinishto start the process.
Last but not least, dont ignore the importance of backup to minimize the chance of data loss.