Kernel DMA protection is a Windows security feature.
Some users want to disable it.
What Is Kernel DMA Protection?
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How to enable Windows Defender system Guard?
This post provides 5 ways for you.

How to look to see if Kernel DMA Protection Is Enabled?
Here is how to test whether Kernel DMA protection is enabled.
you’re able to use the Windows Security options to verify if Kernel DMA Protection is enabled.
Here is how to do that:
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Press theWindows+Ikeys to open controls.
Then, go toPrivacy & security>Windows Security>Open Windows Security.
Next, selectDevice security > Core isolation details > Memory access protection.
Alternatively, you’re able to use the System Information software (msinfo32.exe).
If the system supports Kernel DMA Protection, theKernel DMA Protectionvalue will be set toON.
Next, selectDevice security>Core isolation details.
Under Memory access protection, toggle the switch to Off.
You may need to key in your administrator password or PIN to confirm the change.
- reset your laptop for the change to take effect.
To disable kernel DMA protection depends on different manufacturer BIOS.
If you’ve got the option to get a specific manual then it would be more helpful.
So hey refer to the manual of your PC manufacturer.
But generally, the steps are as below:
1.
Press the Certain key toenter BIOSbased on your PC manufacturer.
Then if you’re free to boot in, you will land on the BIOS page.
Usually, this DMA setting will be under theSecurityTab.
Choose the Kernel DMA Protection and then selectDisabled.
Save And Exit and then reboot your MXI PC.
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It can back up files, folders, systems, and disks.
This post provides ways and it’s possible for you to choose one of them based on your needs.
I hope that this post will be useful to you.