Games Crash
Games Crash
I recently chose to upgrade my motherboard from a MSI Z490 Gaming Express to the Z490-A Pro due to problems with the PCIE slots for memory. All hardware was switched to the new model and a new CPU cooler (MSI Coreliquid K360v2) was installed. The system runs on an Intel I5 10600kf processor, paired with a GeForce RTX 4080 Super. There are four 32GB DDR4 sticks in dual channel, totaling 64GB. A fresh Windows 11 Home installation was completed. Everything functions properly, but games sometimes crash unexpectedly. I've updated drivers and tried CPU updates, but encountered an error stating "No driver was found that can be installed on the current device. Installer exit code B." I'm struggling to resolve this issue and need assistance to keep my PC stable. Help!
Update your post with complete hardware details and operating system information. Provide PSU specifications, including make, model, wattage, age, and condition (original, build, refurbished, used). List disk drive models, capacities, and current usage levels. Specify the exact games in question along with their sources. Check Reliability History or Monitor/Event Viewer for any error codes, warnings, or events preceding the crashes.
PSU is an EVGA Supernova 80 with an 850 Watt power supply. It's been in use for four years, and the entire setup remains new. I own a 1 TB Samsung SSD 980 Pro and a 2 TB SSD 870 EVO. I've cleared everything and reinstalled Windows, so the drive space should be mostly free. Recently, it crashed during Helldivers 2 and Ready or Not. The only troubleshooting steps I've tried include checking Event Viewer for warnings and errors on DistributedCOM, an Error in OneCore-DeviceAssociationService, and Kernel-PnP warnings. Reliability Monitor indicates a critical event where the system stopped working. Technical details point to a specific bugcheck (0x0000007f) and a saved dump at C:\WINDOWS\Minidump\020825-4375-01.dmp with Report Id: 85497510-7314-4a85-90d7-65dfee75bde1.
I believe you started with a clean slate of the operating system.
I believe there might have been confusion about whether the PCIE slots relate to memory or memory cards. It’s important to note the distinction between these components. If the problem was with the memory slots, it could be due to misplacement of memory sticks on the new board.
The message indicates a RAM instability problem after a reboot. Confirm whether you're using all four sticks together or if they were mixed from different kits. Check if XMP was enabled. Reset the BIOS to its default settings and attempt the test again. If the issue persists, remove all but one stick and try once more. Even with working sticks on an older board, compatibility with a new system isn't guaranteed. The new board's controller might need a different voltage for four sticks.
I purchased two distinct 32g kits, both Corsair Vengeance Pro. I plan to verify XMP and attempt the default bios settings again. I'll also experiment with the new sticks solution, thank you!
Many people make the same error. They assume identical models will function well together. However, even with matching model numbers, components can differ between factories and parts may vary. Mixing kits is risky—like playing Russian roulette with your RAM. I experienced this mistake once, but luckily adjusted timing and voltage to get it working. If the parts are significantly different, achieving stability becomes challenging or impossible.