Article ID: 000097206 Content Type: Error Messages Last Reviewed: 04/25/2024

Error: "Failed To Connect" While Opening Intel® Application Optimization

Environment

Intel® Application Optimization

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Summary

Steps to address failed connection to Intel® Application Optimization.

Description

Unable to start Intel® Application Optimization downloaded from the Microsoft Store*. A Failed To Connect error appeared while trying to open Intel® Application Optimization.

Fail to Connect error

Resolution

Failed to Connect error message could be either a result of an unsupported processor or Intel® Application Optimization has not been enabled in your system. Some remote or virtual desktop applications may also trigger the error message due to a known issue that will be addressed in the next release. 

Note
  • Intel Core Processors 11th generation and older are not supported by Intel® Application Optimization. Intel Application Optimization requires hybrid architecture which is not available in older processors.
  • APO Advanced Mode unlocks limited support to processors with 6 performance-cores and above. All other processors with less than 6 performance-cores are not supported at this this time, even with Advanced Mode.
  • Intel® Application Optimization may appear in some third-party documentation as APO.

Follow the steps below to ensure your system includes all critical components to start Intel® Application Optimization user interface:

  1. Ensure you have a supported processor: Intel® Core™ i5, i7 and i9 processors, 12th gen through 14th gen OR select Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 1). Refer to How to Identify My Intel® Processor and its generation. Processors with less than 6 performance-cores are not supported at this this time, even with Advanced Mode.
  2. Verify your system OS is Windows 11*.
  3. Update the BIOS to the latest version. Visit your system manufacturer's website to find the latest version available.
  4. Enable Intel® Dynamic Tuning Technology (Intel® DTT) operation in BIOS. Contact your system manufacturer for assistance.
  5. Update the Intel® DTT driver to the latest version (11405 or newer). Visit your system manufacturer's website to find the latest version available. NOTE: Some system manufacturers may not support Intel® DTT or the latest driver update.
NoteSome system manufacturers may not have the latest Intel® DTT to utilize the Intel® Application Optimization with Advanced Mode. If a version of Intel® DTT 11405 or later is not available, Intel® Application Optimization may not install or may install without Advanced Mode support.

If the issue persists, check your system for remote or virtual desktop applications that may interfere with Intel® Application Optimization. These can be found in Device Manager under Display adapters.