If the crash persists, check for external hardware conflicts:
The updated detection system in newer versions of 3ds Max (specifically 2024.2 and 2025+) addresses this by actively monitoring the initialization sequence. 3ds max startup failure detection updated
In recent updates, Autodesk has significantly improved how 3ds Max handles startup failures. These changes are designed not just to prevent crashes, but to help users diagnose the root cause faster than ever before. If the crash persists, check for external hardware