Computer shuts down and restarts daily (no BSOD). Operates normally for the remainder of the day.
Computer shuts down and restarts daily (no BSOD). Operates normally for the remainder of the day.
I have included an event file with all the activities before and after the crash.
Crash Event Log
Starting with specifications: 5080, 9800x3d, Trident Z5 64gb 6000MT/s (two drives in 2nd & 4th slots), Aorus Master X870E, 1000w MSI PSU, several Sabrent Rocket 4 SSDs, water cooling via D5 pump.
Symptoms: My computer crashes once daily. After the first crash it functions normally for the rest of the day. It’s worth mentioning this occurs even when the system is in sleep mode overnight without a full shutdown. It manages all stress tests, games, and everything works well. Temperatures stay low—typically under 60°C. The GPU rarely exceeds 60°C, CPU occasionally reaches 80°C but usually stays around 70°C during gaming. Shortly after powering on (about 30 minutes), my PC suddenly crashes and restarts. This involves an instant black screen followed by a normal reboot. The pattern suggests that launching a game speeds up the crash time, though it doesn’t directly relate to the crash itself. In the exact moment before the crash, the event viewer consistently records three events: Disk C is healthy, FileCrypt loaded successfully, and npsvctrig loaded (event ID 6). Following that, Kernel-Power unexpected shutdown occurs (ID 41). These are the only consistent clues I’ve identified.
What I’ve attempted: Swapping RAM, installing Windows on a new SSD, changing from Windows Pro to Home, disconnecting multiple monitors, removing antivirus software, updating drivers, deleting DDU drivers and reinstalling, updating BIOS, disabling and removing integrated graphics driver, shutting down fast boot, turning off EXPO, switching between Gen 5 and Gen 4 PCIe in BIOS, adjusting RAM voltage, running memtest (no issues), using DISM & sfc in command prompt.
At this stage I’m completely stuck. The only alternative I considered is swapping the PSU, but I don’t want to waste money unnecessarily. This post is my final attempt to find a fix. There are some online references, but nothing useful so far. Any information or system logs you can provide would be very helpful. Thank you for reading!
Welcome to the forums, newcomer! Here’s an update on your BIOS:
What BIOS version do you have installed on your motherboard?
1000w MSI PSU
How recent is this PSU in your build? For reference, which MSI 1000W model are you using?
Trident Z5 64gb 6000MT/s
Do you have a link to the RAM kit? (Two sticks in the 2nd and 4th slots)
Are you referring to slots A2 and B2?
You mentioned removing drivers with DDU and reinstalling.
It’s best to disable the iGPU in BIOS, then use DDU in Safe Mode to clear all GPU drivers (Intel, AMD, Nvidia), and finally install the newest driver from Nvidia’s support site via an elevated command—right-click the installer and select Run as Administrator.
If the issue persists, check which driver version you’re using.
I’ve considered swapping the PSU, but I’m not sure if it’s worth the cost.
Maybe you’re confusing troubleshooting steps? It might help to borrow replacement parts from someone else instead of buying them.
If you replaced the PSU yourself, you’ll end up with duplicate components, which could lead to identical builds.
Consider bringing your GPU to a donor system to test if the problem repeats. If it’s driver-related, Nvidia has been struggling in their driver department, similar to what AMD faced years back.
Don’t forget to mention your case make and model, as well as your cooling solution.
I noticed several NVMe configurations and their corresponding slots. The top slot, M2A_CPU, is linked directly to the CPU and uses PCIe 5.0 x4, offering a dedicated lane path with no sharing. The M2C_CPU and M2B_CPU slots also connect to the CPU but share PCIe lanes with the main PCIe x16 GPU slot, which reduces the GPU lane count from x16 to x8. Both support PCIe 5.0 x4/x2 modes, though lane sharing affects bandwidth. The M2D_SB slot uses the X870 chipset, operates at PCIe 4.0 x4 speed, and does not influence GPU lane count; it shares bandwidth with other chipset components. It’s worth checking if any of these models have known issues related to lane sharing when running at 8x instead of 16x.
Current BIOS version for your motherboard is F8.
The PSU in this build is relatively new, installed in February 2025. It’s an MPG A1000GS PCIE5 1000W unit.
Do you have a link to the RAM kit you’re using?
Yes, here it is: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJNTLJ5X?psc...asin_image
Are you referring to slots A2 and B2?
Yes, that’s correct. A2 and B2.
Would you like me to guide you through disabling the iGPU in BIOS and removing GPU drivers using Safe Mode?
Absolutely. In Safe Mode, use DDU to eliminate all GPU drivers (Intel, AMD, Nvidia) and then install the latest driver from Nvidia’s support site with administrator privileges. If the same problem persists, try reverting to earlier driver versions.
I’ve disabled the iGPU in BIOS and removed the integrated graphics driver entirely. All my Nvidia drivers are downloaded directly from Nvidia, installed without the official app, and run as Administrator.
Regarding driver updates, what version have you been using?
I’ve tested nearly all of Nvidia’s Game Ready drivers since early February, but the crashing issue remains. My current driver is 581.08.
Could you clarify if you’re facing a driver-related problem? We suggest borrowing or obtaining replacement parts from someone familiar with PCs. If you replaced a part for troubleshooting, you might end up with duplicate components and similar builds.
I’d appreciate it if you could try the GPU on a donor system to see if the issue repeats. If it’s a driver problem, you’ll be relying on Nvidia, who have struggled with driver issues in the past.
Unfortunately, I don’t have access to any donor systems.
My instinct suggests this is likely a Nvidia driver concern.
Please include your case make and model along with your cooling solution.
Apologies for the oversight.
BIOS version currently at F8.
https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/X87...support#dl
The newest release is F9a. I plan to install the latest chipset driver from AMD's support site using an elevated command, then update the BIOS to the most recent version.
Considering the multiple SSDs in your system could be relevant, it might help to simplify by using only essential components.
Also worth mentioning is that you have a triple monitor configuration. Your primary display is a 360Hz OLED, while the secondary ones are 144Hz IPS panels, which means your computer handles various refresh rates.
Try lowering the refresh rates for all monitors and observe if the problem persists.
The newest version is F9a. I plan to install the latest chipset driver from AMD's support site in an elevated command, then update the BIOS to the most recent release.
I'm going to do that!
Using multiple SSDs in your system could be worth examining. Minimizing components might help.
That's a solid direction. I'll give it a try.
Lowering the refresh rates on all monitors and checking if the problem persists would be next.
I've already attempted setting all three to the same refresh rate, but I'll attempt to reduce them to 60hz.