Pc keeps freezing pls help
Pc keeps freezing pls help
I assembled a new computer and everything functioned properly until after two weeks of use. I began experimenting with MSI Afterburner and pushed all GPU settings to their limits, including the power cap. Since then, my PC has consistently froze.
Build details:
- Intel i5 7600k
- Gamma X 400
- 16 GB G.Skill RipJaws v
- Samsung 960 M.2 250 GB NVMe SSD
- Gigabyte GA-Z270P-D3
- Corsair CX 750 M
- MSI 1080 Gaming X
At that time, I was using an EVGA 450 W PSU. I didn’t pay much attention when I attempted overclocking this PSU, knowing the minimum voltage requirement for the 1080 is 500W. I assumed the freezing was due to insufficient power supply and decided to upgrade to the CX750M.
After connecting everything, I tried turning on my PC and resetting it, keeping my files intact. Once reset, I ran Cinebench CPU test to check stability. It passed but froze during the OpenGL test for my GPU. I restarted the system, updated drivers, and retried. This time it worked. I also tested with FurMax, which functioned well. However, whenever I opened Player Unknown Battle Grounds, my PC would freeze. Yet, when playing Rocket League, I was able to play normally?
My PC would randomly freeze during browsing, even though it wasn’t heavily graphic-intensive. I investigated whether the GPU was the culprit and replaced all components. After reinstalling everything, I left the GPU out to test if the system would function. I performed stress tests with Prime95 and after just five minutes, my PC would blue screen and freeze.
I attempted multiple resets of CMOS and BIOS, restoring default settings. Still, the freezing persisted, and I ran MemTest, CHKDSK, SFC/SCAN, and adjusted storage VRAM. The issue remained.
I tried using DDU, installing new drivers, but the problem continued. Eventually, I decided to wipe my entire PC and restart from scratch. I connected a USB with Windows 10 installation and deleted all data on the SSD. During installation, the PC froze repeatedly.
Initially, I suspected a voltage issue or driver problem. Then I replaced my refurbished GTX 1080, but after removing it, the system still performed poorly. Now I’m considering the possibility that the motherboard might be the root cause.
Help is greatly appreciated, tips, ideas, and thoughts are highly valued.
Have you attempted to remove the MSI application from your computer or operating system?
I started in safe mode and removed MSI afterburner along with the gaming software.
Hello... would you like me to view the Msconfig screen?
1) examine the "services" section and verify the checkbox for "hide all Microsoft services"
do you notice the MSI application listed there?
2) check the "startup" tab to see if the MSI application appears
another approach could be entering your BIOS settings, turning off extras, disabling your extra PCIe, and enabling CPU/IGT... allocate system memory (save and exit)... power off and remove your GPU, then connect your monitor to the MB video connections and restart. How does the basic OS behave without using the MSI 1080 GPU?
Hello... 4) Can you re-wipe and install Windows using just your CPU/IGT? Please remove the MSI 1080 gaming graphics card for the next try. Also, take out your internet cable during this process and avoid any apps that rely on the internet. 5) I've noticed issues with shipped BIOS versions for 200 series MBs and specific CPUs... could you check your BIOS version on the BIO screen and compare it to the Gigabytes website for the required CPU model?
The BSOD message might provide useful information. Could you possibly capture it and share it here? There might be a hint that helps identify the issue.