Error code BSOD with kernel trap unexpected state
Error code BSOD with kernel trap unexpected state
I opted for a minimal overclock setup using only AI Overclock for the CPU and turned on XMP. After some troubleshooting with RAM, I removed two sticks and re-enabled XMP, which worked smoothly for three days. Recently, I encountered random BSODs pointing at RAM issues. After updating drivers, removing problematic programs, and running CHKDSK and SFC scans, the problems persisted. I swapped RAM sets and ran memory tests without issues, but the UNEXPECTED_KERNEL_MODE_TRAP keeps appearing. The system functions normally for short periods but crashes unpredictably after 15 to 2 hours. Even with maximum RAM usage, the issue remains unresolved. Any suggestions?
I performed identical actions on a computer with matching specifications. Here’s what I did:
1. Reset the CMOS to resolve issues, even without an OC, as it retrains RAM.
2. Tested each RAM stick individually to identify problematic ones.
3. Switched to a different RAM module if possible.
It would also help to mention that swapping the motherboard resolved my problem, though the alternatives remain useful to consider.
I have some concerns about the CPU problem. It's been installed for nearly a year without any problems, and the case hasn't been changed since November. I'm always open to testing it again if other components don't resolve the issues. The Mobo has been on my mind since I began the RAM tests on Sunday. @Nick Neuburg isn’t the kind of news I’m looking for, but it’s one of the more affordable options to try. I just received two sticks of faster memory right after this post. They weren’t expected to arrive for a few more days. I plan to test them first, then check the CMOS if needed, followed by the CPU and finally a new Mobo if that becomes necessary. It’s frustrating—they match the white perfectly with everything.