Razer Synapse is a utility that helps you manage your different Razer peripheral devices.There are so many things you may’t do without it, like adjust their sensitivity settings or change the lighting.
Sometimes the program experiences an error and refuses to open. If you want to continue managing your devices with Synapse, fix it right away.
Why Is Razer Synapse Not Opening?
Sometimes the issue is with Synapse and sometimes the problem is with your computer. For example, yourcomputer might not have enough resourcesto access the program if something else is using them.
Most likely, it’s a minor problem that won’t require you to reinstall the program. However, occasionally the only way to fix it is to do a fresh install.
How to Fix Razer Synapse Won’t Open
Before you try other troubleshooting steps, try torestart your computer. If that doesn’t fix it, right-select the Razer Synapse executable program andchoose to run it as an Administrator.
If it still doesn’t open, you’ll have to dive a little deeper to fix the issue.
Check to See Whether the Program Is Already Running
Sometimes when a program like Razer Synapse won’t open, it’s because a copy is already running but isn’t appearing on the screen due to an error. The only way to shut it down is to force close it through Task Manager.
Next, check to see whether the services are still running. Sometimes even if no Razer process appears, a service can show you that it’s at least trying to start.
attempt to relaunch Razer Synapse. If it still doesn’t work, close any active Razer Synapse processes in Task Manager, return to the services Window, and stop any Razer Synapse services.
Once you’ve done this, try relaunching the program.
Antivirus and Firewall Issues
Sometimes yourantivirus softwareand firewall services can block friendly programs while trying to protect you. Try pausing your antivirus and adding an exception in your firewall or pausing it to see whether this lets Razer Synapse open.
