Multiple BSODs ?
Multiple BSODs ?
Hello everyone,
I’m reaching out for assistance since I’ve been dealing with persistent problems for about 11 months. I’ve faced several BSODs, mostly occurring later in the day unless I play games, after which I can last around 90 minutes. When just using the computer for work, I sometimes manage to work a full day without an issue.
To give context, I rebuilt this machine in June 2023. It consisted only of an original GTX 1080 FTW and a liquid cooling system—though I mistakenly believed it was newer than it actually was. By March 2023, I started experiencing crashes while playing Helldivers 2. I thought the issue was with my GTX 1080 due to performance lag, so I upgraded to an RTX 4070.
Over time, I realized overheating was the root cause (the liquid cooling system had aged and failed). I swapped it for an air cooler, and since then there have been no thermal problems.
Despite this, I still encounter multiple BSODs, often with memory-related errors, so I replace the RAM regularly. The crashes continue in similar patterns. I’ve also done several driver updates, reformats, and even RMA’d the GPU after replacing it, but the issue persists.
I replaced the SSDs, reinstalled Windows 11, and managed to keep the system idle for 27 hours, though gaming still triggers a BSOD.
PC Specifications:
- Motherboard: ASUS Prime Z-790a Wi-Fi
- CPU: Intel i7-13700K
- GPU: ASUS RTX4070 OC
- RAM: G.SKILL Trident Z5 DDR5 (2x16)
- Power Supply: MSI A1000G
- SSD: Samsung 990 Pro 2TB
Recent BSOD patterns include errors like Irql_not_less_or_equal and Kmode_exception_not_handled.
What I’ve tried so far:
- Swapped GPU
- Replaced RAM
- Reformatted hard drive multiple times
- RMA’d the GPU (first fix for all issues)
- Updated SSDs, reinstalled Windows 11
- Completed stress tests, memory diagnostics, chkdsk, SFC/scannow, BIOS updates
I’ve taken it to a local repair shop but haven’t seen any improvements. A colleague mentioned my RAM was more stable at 4800 MHz rather than the advertised 6000, so I showed that down.
Benchmarks usually don’t cause BSODs; they tend to appear during actual use, not under stress tests.
If needed, I can share minidumps tomorrow. Thank you all for your support.
Welcome to the forums, newcomer!
It's been 11 months of problems.
One concern is using a 13th Gen Intel processor.
I've been seeing several BSODs.
Could you share the .dmp files so we can examine them?
Updated BIOS
For clarity, please specify the BIOS version for your motherboard.
I've performed multiple reformats, suspecting driver issues.
Have you recreated your bootable USB installer?
Then installed the OS offline, disconnecting all other drives, and manually installed drivers via elevated command?
Overclocking RAM with XMP may cause system instability. 4800MT/s is a typical JEDEC speed for DDR5 and should remain stable. An Intel 13700 CPU will likely handle 6000MT/s without major issues, whereas my AMD models tend to be more sensitive. Have you upgraded the BIOS to the newest release to resolve this issue? Your 13700 could have experienced performance loss from an older BIOS that applied excessive peak voltage (1.55V). In rare cases, your CPU might need a free replacement from Intel.
https://www.techradar.com/computing...ab...oming-soon
If you're unsure about RAM problems (and your CPU is functioning), download MemTest86 and install it on a USB drive.
https://www.memtest86.com/
Adjust the BIOS RAM speed to 6000, boot from USB, and conduct a full MemTest. Usually this takes several hours. If any errors appear, lower the XMP setting—such as to 5800—and rerun the test. Keep reducing XMP until you achieve a full Pass in MemTest86.
Make sure the DIMMs are installed in the correct slots; they are often A2 or B2, but verify with your motherboard manual.
They mentioned this to me too, I was just instructed to return the CPU. I only have two, because I didn’t save from previous hard drives. I received the file at 1805. I’m sorry, but I’d say yes until the very end. I reinstalled using a bootable USB and it was offline, but what do you mean by installing drivers manually in elevated mode? I’ve tried through at least two or three BIOS versions since the issue began. I also ran the Windows memory diagnostic tool, and no problems were detected.