The computer shuts down unpredictably, but it doesn’t fully stop functioning.
The computer shuts down unpredictably, but it doesn’t fully stop functioning.
The circumstances shifted slightly. A companion who had four sets of eight identical memories like mine, allowed me to borrow two of his sticks until my new ones arrived. These are reliable working RAM modules. Still, I connected them to my system without enabling XMP. Immediately after restarting the PC, the issue reoccurred. Another reboot, and the same happened again. Within five minutes, it froze once more. I ran another MemTest using his RAM, and no errors appeared in the two passes. Any further testing I could perform to identify the problem?
Have you checked your SSD/nVME/HDD using the manufacturer’s diagnostics? It seems you’re turning off XMP and any overclocking settings.
currently everything seems standard. no performance boosts from any CPU, RAM, or GPU upgrades. i haven’t checked all my SSDs and NVMe drives yet. i’ve tried installing windows on various drives just to rule out that as the problem. also, the drive where windows was first installed isn’t even listed in the system anymore. maybe it wouldn’t hurt to try a different setup now.
Well... it looks like the issue is mostly with the CPU or the motherboard. If you didn’t overclock the CPU, they’re usually tough to beat, but mobos seem to fail easily. Some people might suggest other fixes, but I’m stuck with a bad MMO.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I understand you were unsure whether the issue was with the motherboard or the CPU. Since you've been using PBO and it's still working, it’s possible the damage is elsewhere. I think it might be wise to wait for more reviews before making a decision. The AMD 5000 series is coming soon, so I’ll hold off on upgrading until then to see what it really is. Appreciate your patience!
This might indicate a problem with file installation or system configuration. It could mean that certain games need reinstallation after freezing, and some applications require modules to be reinstalled at startup, such as MSDI Dragon Center. This suggests there may be an underlying issue affecting how the system handles files or services.
You can launch Task Manager, though not every program responds well. You attempted a Windows installation on another drive, but that isn't the best method to test drive health! Many applications rely heavily on specific drives, such as Explorer, and need accurate data from the system before they function properly. If any of your drives are failing, the system might freeze during operation. To verify drive issues, install Windows on a different drive and run it with all other drives disconnected for an extended period.