Issues with new computer
Issues with new computer
Hello everyone =)
I just acquired a new machine with top-notch specifications that should be capable of handling any game I want to play. However, I encountered some issues.
A few of my games appear to crash after a while, though I checked the temperatures and everything looks normal.
Of course, my system is overclocked, which could be the source of the problem, although I performed a mild overclock.
Also, I ran a benchmark and after a short period I encountered a Blue Screen of Death with the message "Kernel Security Check Failure".
I hope you can provide details about this, as I'm not sure where to look. I'll search further and share the findings tomorrow!
Here are my specifications along with some images of my CPU settings. If you need more information, just let me know so I can get in touch.
Thanks ahead of time!
Sincerely CSP
I corrected my understanding regarding the 4.0GHz-1.30v specifications... you referenced overclocking without mentioning the clock frequency, and instead your CPU-Z image displayed a CPU clock of 800MHz with a multiplier of x8.0. I assumed this was due to reduced voltage settings. It seems more information is needed before moving forward in this discussion.
Check those comments about how various i7-6770k models might need different overclock voltages.
Also, consider reviewing some overclocking guides to grasp the appropriate voltage adjustments for your CPU at the target speed.
CPU clock speed was 800MHz during CPU-Z usage, but it may be affected by Power Options settings. If the speed doesn’t increase when needed, it could lead to crashes in games and benchmarks while maintaining normal CPU temperatures. Perform two sensor scans using HWiNFO—once at idle and once while running an intensive game or benchmarking—to observe how the clock speed behaves. If it stabilizes at a normal level or matches the OC speed, the issue likely lies elsewhere. Share the sensor scan reports via file or image sharing platforms like FileShare or Dropbox using tools such as Postimage.
If you're right about your CPU overclock being cautious, then I think the RAM is likely the main issue. Just because the memory sticks are rated at a certain speed doesn't guarantee the CPU will respond well. Consider increasing the system agent voltage to 1.1-1.15 and observe if it improves performance.
Thanks for all the help, I really value it.
I plan to run a sensor test and share the findings here—both when idle and under load!
I have a 750W power supply, probably Corsair.
I also shared another image for you to review; can I adjust the voltage in this program?
If I need guidance on the right settings, I’ll get it sorted quickly, because I don’t want to make any mistakes.
It kept crashing again too, so it’s definitely not random.
When it crashed, the game just stopped completely.
Intel Extreme Tuning Utility: http://imgur.com/a/nSbOL
HWiNFO64: http://imgur.com/a/JZnEo
Is the sensor test just checking the sensor status or something else?
Thanks guys!
The image shows a system summary. Click the Sensors icon in the tools bar; when the report appears, it lists details like CPU clock speeds per core, Vcore voltage, fan speeds, temperatures, etc. Currently, the report indicates the CPU is at 1.3033v with 4000 Mhz, suggesting low voltage. If the game ends without further action, possible causes include the game, graphics card problems, or a CPU voltage issue. The suggested fix is to raise the voltage back to normal by setting BIOS voltage to Auto, enabling auto clock, and avoiding further overclocking until you understand the process properly.
I didn't manually increase my CPU's speed beyond the pre-set options, being confident that staying under the factory defaults wouldn't cause issues. I assumed the voltage would adjust automatically or not need a boost. I didn't overclock much. Oh, and how do you determine if the voltage is low without knowing exactly how much I pushed it? 4000MHz is the standard setting, right? I'll check the sensor data, thanks!
I corrected my understanding regarding the 4.0GHz-1.30v specifications... you referenced overclocking but didn't specify the clock speed, and instead your CPU-Z screenshot displayed a CPU clock of 800MHz with a multiplier of x8.0. I assumed that was due to a lower voltage setting. It seems you might need more detailed information before moving forward in this discussion. Please check those comments about how various i7-6770k models can need different overclock voltages: Also, consider reviewing some overclocking guides to better grasp the appropriate voltage adjustments for your CPU at the target clock speed: Intel i7-6700K 4.0GHz overclocking guide https://www.google.com/search?sourceid=c...MX703MX703