Timeline and preview stop working after a minute or so - new install - new pc

[sarahn90701080]

Hi

New user to AE here, Installed it and been trying to start a few projects.  But keep hitting a wall, it starts off ok then the timeline and preview panes pretty much freeze (I can press space bar and the timeline will move a frame or so and that is all), the layer handles disappear and the shortcut/menu option to turn them on and off does nothing, I cant select any elements, it's making the software unusable. 

I've uninstalled and reinstalled and get the same problem.  

It's a brand new Dell Latitude laptop, SSD, icore 7, 16GM ram. 

Problem happens every time I open it, I can get between about 5 seconds and 2 minutes use before it happens. I can still save the amendments I've made and they will be there when i re open. I've tried 3 different projects and get the same problem so it doesnt appear to be a library item or design element that is triggering it. 

Any suggestions how I can get this working? 

[nishu_kush]

Hi sarahn90701080,

Sorry for your issue.

Sounds like the issue is related to the GPU. Is there a dedicated GPU installed? What's the make and model of the CPU. Please make sure that GPU drivers are updated.

Looking forward to your response.

Thanks,

Nishu

[sarahn90701080 · Accepted solution]

Despite checking AND UPDATING all drivers through the device manager, Windows and directly from the Intel website it was only when I checked the Dell Drivers and forced a full driver check and update via the website that the problem appears to have gone!

So future ref for Dell owners - check their website and run a check through SupportAssist to get the new GPU drivers.