What is this error for?

jamie younkin 325 Reputation points
2026-10-14T00:59:48.12+00:00

Today I got this error in the event viewer and I don't know what it's for?

The Energy Server Service queencreek service terminated unexpectedly. It has done this 1 time(s).

I don't know if commands will fix this error if it pops up again like using the SFC command or something else?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures
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  1. Jeronimo Fuerte 46,760 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-10-14T01:36:50.6366667+00:00

    The Energy Server Service queencreek is associated with Intel software, particularly the Intel Driver Update Utility and related components. This error indicates that the service unexpectedly stopped running. If it has only happened once and your computer is otherwise functioning normally, it is generally not a reason for concern.

    Since this is related to Intel software rather than a core Windows component, running SFC would not necessarily resolve it. Have you noticed any performance problems, freezing, or other unusual behavior, or did you only discover this error while checking Event Viewer? Is this the first time the error has appeared, or are there previous entries for the same service? Do you have Intel Driver & Support Assistant or Intel Computing Improvement Program installed?

    Open Settings > Apps > Installed apps and search for Intel Computing Improvement Program or Intel Driver & Support Assistant. If either is installed and the error continues occurring, repairing or reinstalling the affected utility may resolve the problem. Intel has also confirmed that the associated service can be disabled or uninstalled if the relevant drivers are already up to date and the utility is no longer needed.

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