Error code BSOD PFN_LIST_CORRUPT indicates a file list corruption issue.
Error code BSOD PFN_LIST_CORRUPT indicates a file list corruption issue.
Hello fellow users, this is my debut here. Kindly welcome and enjoy meeting everyone. The machine I currently use was assembled by the manufacturer after I selected the components myself. Since I’m not very technical, I opted to have them built by the company that supplied the parts. I’ve recorded the system information at the end of this note. Over the past year I’ve made a few improvements:
- Installed an additional SSD: Samsung 980 Pro 1TB (June 2022)
- Updated RAM: Corsair Vengeance LX 2x8GB 2666MHz C16 to GSKill Ripjaws V 2x16GB 3600MHz C16 (November 2022)
- Added another HDD: WD Blue 8TB (December 2022)
Background: My setup usually worked well, but I faced some problems when swapping the RAM. The Corsair Vengeance RGB PRO SL 2x16GB 3600MHz C18 didn’t perform well and kept triggering crashes. Recently, I noticed strange sounds coming from my GPU. I removed it to check if the issue was with the power supply or graphics card. This is the first time I’ve used my built-in CPU-GPU (Intel UHD 630). The noise turned out to be from the GPU fan struggling to spin up. I fixed it by installing an Aorus engine from Gigabyte and creating a custom fan profile to keep fans running smoothly.
After that, I moved a lot of files to my new WD Blue HDD and started streaming torrents. While watching shows, I accidentally pressed the sleep button while torrenting. I didn’t realize the transfer was still in progress until I returned from sleep. Then I experienced a BSOD with the message: PFN_LIST_CORRUPT.
I’ve tried using bluescreenview, windbg and my log files to figure out what caused it, but haven’t found a clear answer. I’ve attached the .dmp and perfmon logs from the two transfer links below.
OS version: Windows 10 Pro x64
Original OS: Windows 10 Pro (installed)
System age: 4 years
OS installation date: January 2019
OS re-installed? No
CPU: Intel i7 9700K
GPU: Gigabyte RTX 2070 Gaming OC 8GB
PC: Asus TUF Z390-plus gaming (WiFi)
PSU: Corsair CM750 750W
Source: Alternate build – parts chosen and system assembled myself
Please let me know if this helps!
Typical causes for this error include outdated or broken device drivers, memory issues, faulty hardware, malware infections, corrupted or missing system files, damaged hard drives, and problems with corrupted Windows files.
It's challenging to identify the main issue from one crash dump, but we appreciate you sharing it. Please share any additional files in this thread so we can better understand the situation.
Addressing the problem doesn’t turn off the fans. Swapping out faulty GPU fans (or getting an RMA unit) can help. If you face thermal throttling, it’s likely happening. To avoid such issues, consider disabling the MS memory leak by turning off the Pagefile, plus stopping hibernation and sleep features. This setup isn’t for laptops—your screensaver will still work fine. You can also set a timer for monitor sleep if needed.
Initially, thank you for your replies. So far, I haven't experienced a BSOD, and I've used my computer infrequently over the past couple of days because of work commitments. I suspect this problem might only appear under certain specific conditions, possibly every so often over time. My steps so far include: executing DISM, running chkdsk on all drives, checking device management for faulty drivers, performing a full virus scan with Kaspersky Total Security, and using both chkdsk and the scan which came back clean. I didn't see any devices marked with an exclamation in device management. I'm uncertain whether running memtest86 would help, as I ran it recently on my new Gskill RAM and it passed without issues. I plan to run it again tonight just to rule out this possibility. I've also been looking into driver verifier, but it feels risky and raises doubts. Your information was very useful. I'll share crash dumps if they occur. I'll keep this discussion active for the next 3 to 6 months. If nothing happens then I'll consider it a one-time issue and let you know. Thanks for your attention, but I haven't turned off the fans. I've set a custom profile that keeps fans running at least around 35% when temperatures are below 50°C, gradually increasing up to the maximum. Previously, fans would jump from 0% to 50% at 55°C, causing a loud revving noise every half hour. There are many reports suggesting this is either a fan controller problem or a fan-related issue, particularly with Gigabyte RTX cards. The card likely shows signs of wear, but Gigabyte doesn't accept this for RMA and I'm not very familiar with hardware. The temperature stays under 80°C during heavy use. In this case, I'd prefer a "hack" solution so the card could last another year or two before upgrading. I'm not very comfortable with disabling MS memory leaks, hibernation, or sleep features. This seems more like a temporary fix rather than a permanent resolution, or am I misunderstanding?
The Windows updates cover general issues, and for gaming setups it's the initial step I take before installing anything. I'm not just saying this—I follow it. Over the past 20 years, I've maintained fast and highly responsive PCs using these techniques. To tackle overheating, keep fans at 100% with a target of 60°C, which keeps your ceiling around 75°C during peak times. Memtest runs eight passes each night instead of four cycles.
Hey everyone, another crash occurred today with the same error: PFN_LIST_CORRUPT. The PC was idle, mostly running Discord, Steam, Chrome, and a few other tabs open. I distinctly heard the HDD making a very loud noise for over a minute before it happened. It's unclear if the drive is the cause, but I'm sharing all the details possible. I've uploaded both full and mini .dmp files via this transfer link: https://we.tl/t-SRpaYCdRzD. Thanks for your advice. I ran Memtest again for four cycles without any errors a few days ago. However, I'll follow your suggestion and run it again tonight for eight hours. 122022-16875-01.dmp
I've completed Memtest for 13 cycles overnight and all tests passed. I've examined the crash logs and identified avp.exe as the culprit this time, which is my Kaspersky antivirus. This seems unusual since I've used it since purchasing my PC without any problems. It has consistently protected my system well, yet now it's causing issues. The process linked to the first crash differs from the previous one. Additionally, I discovered another mini-dump that occurred later in the evening (early morning) of the initial crash. It happened after I fell asleep while the machine was still running. That process was RGBFusion.exe, bundled with the Gigabyte Aorus graphics card I recently installed to resolve a GPU fan noise problem. I've included the mini-dump here. All three crashes are classified as PFN_LIST_CORRUPT, yet each crash was triggered by a different process. Anyone able to analyze the dumps and share more details? 121322-14859-01.dmp
It's unusual you're using many tabs at once. What is "memcompression"? Files can sometimes get damaged, so reinstalling Kaspersky helps. Other problems might be linked to other issues, and since RAM looks fine, the problem likely lies with the hard drive. Pagefile errors are happening because of failed HDD sectors.