Occasional issues arise with certain games or software, while others function properly.
Occasional issues arise with certain games or software, while others function properly.
I've never encountered anything similar before. Let's break this down. The setup details are quite specific: a high-end CPU, a gaming motherboard, substantial RAM, a 2TB SSD, a powerful GPU, and a well-configured system. I've experimented with various BIOS versions and drivers, including flashing for the 13 series CPU. After a couple of updates to the BIOS, everything seemed stable.
Initially, I faced some setup challenges but managed to get the necessary drivers installed. However, downloading Nvidia drivers resulted in a CRC error, which was confusing since it was an EXE file. I resolved it by using Microsoft's service online. Once that worked, installing the driver again was smooth.
Gameplay-wise, I've noticed inconsistencies: World of Tanks runs fine after a crash, but Discord sometimes freezes unexpectedly. The game crashes during Discord sessions, though it eventually restarts. I use the Discord web interface now for smoother access.
RoboCop encountered issues, crashing during gameplay and anti-cheat systems. I received a refund for the affected titles.
Other software hiccups include Razer Synapse and mouse/keyboard drivers, which sometimes leave Event Viewer entries. I've tried reinstalling them after reboots.
Storage tests using MemTest86 and Cinebench showed no errors, despite running multiple passes. My SSD was initially a Sabrent Rocket 4, but switching to Samsung proved beneficial. I also replaced my RAM twice—once with a faulty stick and once with a working one.
Overall, the system is stable on paper, but certain applications and games still cause unexpected failures. I'm seeking advice to resolve these recurring problems.
Uninstall your GPU drivers using DDU and reinstall through GeForce Experience. Avoid installing via the zip file or Windows updater. Check your chipset and other drivers on your motherboard manufacturer's website. If Windows installs multiple times, it may indicate a hardware problem. What motherboard are you using?
I checked and my current limit was above 500 amps, so I adjusted it to 350 as suggested. The long duration I recall was a typical value, I set it to 300 per the article. The short duration was 4096, which I adjusted to 300. Still no luck—I ran a quick test in World of Tanks and it crashed after one round. My next plan is to underclock by 200 MHz. Where can I find that in the BIOS of a Strix Z690?
Is AI Tweaker set to Auto? If so, try disabling it completely and see if that sorts it out Your BIOS manual is located here all the overclocking stuff starts on page 19 They've got a new beta BIOS out as of today, but doesn't look like it's worth trying based on the changelog Btw, your issue does sound like a stability problem, and from the looks of it, looks like it's the CPU or motherboard.
Ai Overclock Tuner is configured to XMP 1. Should I manually adjust the BCLK Frequency to 90, resulting in a 4950Mhz clock? (It mentions a 55x ratio.) Apologies if this seems simple. This is my first attempt, and everything has changed since the last time. Nothing is straightforward anymore, hehe.
Ai Tweaker serves only as a title for a BIOS section. Removing the BCLK setting might lead to problems. It could influence RAM speed and GPU performance by altering PCI lane speeds. After adjusting it, I set the BCLK to 90 and saved—restarting BIOS brought the multiplier down to 30x, achieving 2,700 MHz. That’s quite a jump. I’m considering upgrading to a new CPU and motherboard instead, just in case. It’s been a year since my CPU installation, so I’m hoping everything is up to date. But luck always plays a role.
Ai Overclock Tuner operates in Auto, Manual, XMP I or XMP II mode. I'm testing the Performance Core Ratio now. For the first time, I completed a round of World of Tanks and exiting to the garage didn't cause a crash. I'm cautiously optimistic and will continue testing. Updated: second round of WoT also ran without a crash when exiting to the garage. I also checked Event Viewer and confirmed the Razer software isn't causing the kernel32.dll error anymore. The article you referenced helped. I forced the BIOS to use Intel limits and adjusted the Performance Core Ratio from 55 to 50x, which resolved the issue. I really don't know how to express my gratitude. I've been working on this since December 2022 when I assembled the system. Edited by VenomousFerret February 23, 2024. It's fixed!