Question Kernel-Power 41 Problem - updated CPU/PSU/MOBO

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Nienke_2002
Senior Member

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12-20-2024, 09:45 AM

#1

In the afternoon, I upgraded my PC with an i9-14900k, a Z790-P Wi-Fi booster, and a new power supply. It was then that I noticed it was running 100 watts more than necessary. After the upgrade, the system experienced some Kernel-Power problems, particularly while gaming.

I have taken these steps so far regarding game loading issues and other problems:
Updated BIOS
Updated GPU
Windows 11 installed
Attempted to disable fast startup on Windows 11
Reset CPU and fan settings
Checked RAM usage
Could the power supply be too large for the wattage I was using?
I’m not keen to spend £200 if there’s another reason...

Game crashes occurred in:
CS-GO – does not load
Valoriant – loads but crashes instantly
Mincraft – loads but crashes after ten minutes or ten seconds
Additionally, recent blue screen Kernel-Power events appeared when opening Chrome or Google.

While monitoring the CPU, usage spiked near 100% right before the crash. I’m unsure if this is related to the issue.

I’ve attached screenshots above; if you can’t view them, please let me know.
Thanks
Red

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Zoleks
Member

237

12-20-2024, 09:45 AM

#2

Are the full specifications provided, including the power supply unit's make and model? Did you perform a clean OS installation following the update, or are you attempting to run the installation on the previous system?

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skiba_k
Junior Member

38

12-20-2024, 09:45 AM

#3

PC Specifications
A fresh installation was completed, though saved files were retained since the M2 wasn't upgraded.

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_InnyJang_
Junior Member

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12-20-2024, 09:45 AM

#4

A fresh setup won’t keep saved data, those must come from your backup. If your "clean install" didn’t remove files it was probably a reset rather than a reinstall. Also, please share complete system details, Sysinfo is practically worthless—it only displays the CPU and motherboard info, minimal RAM data, no GPU details, and no PSU information. PSU details are crucial for diagnosing power problems. If you’re unsure about your PSU, check the side panel; the info should be there.

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CreeperCakeCat
Member

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12-20-2024, 09:45 AM

#5

How do I post full system specs please?

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GodSlayer012
Junior Member

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12-20-2024, 09:45 AM

#6

Take a PC part picker list.

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king_Rick_05
Member

180

12-20-2024, 09:45 AM

#7

Component
Estimated Wattage
Intel Core i9-14900K 3.2 GHz 24-Core Processor
15W - 253W
Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler
5W - 10W
Asus PRIME Z790-P WIFI ATX LGA1700 Motherboard
17W - 70W
Corsair Vengeance 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-5200 CL40 Memory
50W
Western Digital Black SN750 500 GB M.2-2280 PCIe 3.0 X4 NVME SSD
2W - 10W
MSI RTX 3060 Ventus 3X 12G OC GeForce RTX 3060 12GB Video Card
42W - 170W
Overall: 563W
Additionally, a Samsung 1TB external SSD is available. I didn’t see any external drives on the selection, so they’re omitted here.
The power source is a Corsair RM750e (2023) 750w 80+ Gold Fully Modular ATX unit.
Operating system: Windows 11 on M.2 drive.
Please let me know if this covers everything you require – otherwise, feel free to reach out.
Red