Vanguard Error VAN 57 League of Legends
Getting Vanguard Error VAN 57 in League of Legends? This error typically indicates network or Vanguard service issues. Follow these steps to fix it.
Step 1: Run Network Commands as Admin
Open Command Prompt as administrator. Type the following commands one at a time, pressing Enter after each:
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew
ipconfig /flushdns
This releases your current IP address, renews it with a fresh one, and clears your DNS cache.
Step 2: End Riot Client and LoL Processes
Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc). Look for any processes related to "Riot Client" or "League of Legends." If you see any, right-click each one and select "End task."
Step 3: Configure VGC Service
Press Windows + R, type "services.msc" and press Enter. Scroll down and find the "vgc" service (Riot Vanguard). Right-click it and select "Properties." Change Startup type to "Automatic." Click Apply. Then click "Start" to run the service if it is not already running. You can also click "Restart" to refresh the service. Click OK.
Step 4: Restart Your PC
Restart your computer to ensure all changes take effect. Launch League of Legends. Vanguard Error VAN 57 should now be resolved.
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