The NVMe SSD reaches full capacity unexpectedly without any apparent cause.
The NVMe SSD reaches full capacity unexpectedly without any apparent cause.
Hey! I've been facing this problem for about five months now, and it's really frustrating. The NVMe SSD hits full capacity when nothing is running in Task Manager. For instance, if you leave the PC idle, usage drops to 5-10%, but opening just a browser causes it to spike to 100% for a minute before dropping back.
Specs: Ryzen 7 5800X, GTX 1050, MSI MPG B550, gaming edge Wi-Fi, 32GB RAM, DDR4 3600, NVMe SSD, Adata Gamma Mix S50 Lite (PCIe Gen 4).
What I've tried: Updated BIOS, changed SSD slot, switched OS from Windows 10 to 11. The only temporary fix was a full Windows reset (including files), but the problem returns once I restore my data.
Note: I forgot to mention it—my PC becomes super slow, from startup to launching apps. Edit: I didn’t realize the speed test says over 7.6TB written, which is way beyond what should be possible even after resets. Could the SSD have been previously owned by someone else despite being a new purchase?
In the Performance section of Task Manager, there’s a connection to Resource Monitor. This can provide additional details about system activity.
Are there additional signs besides Task Manager indicating high usage? Is the drive performing slowly? Could the system become unresponsive? It might simply be Task Manager inaccurately reporting consumption, particularly given that your NVMe drives show usage far exceeding typical idle levels.
Absolutely, everything moves at a snail's pace, and I didn't mention that in the original message.
Everything moves at a crawl, and speeding up the system feels like an hour-long wait instead of a quick fix.
I would run CrystalDiskMark/Info, inspect the drive, and verify its smart status. It seems there might be an issue that could be temporary. A background program or process could be responsible. If a fresh install helps briefly and resetting your files doesn’t resolve it, the problem may lie in your installed applications or software. I’d first check the hardware; if it passes tests, I’d focus on your programs and apps. Also, if you haven’t used an antivirus yet, consider running Malwarebytes for free. If you already have one, sharing the name would be helpful, as some antivirus tools can inadvertently cause similar issues. Providing more details will aid in diagnosing the problem effectively.
Based on what we have, it seems you're likely facing a failing drive. My experience suggests checking Crystaldiskmark/info for confirmation. If your drive displays typical failure symptoms, a zerofill might work temporarily, but it's probably only a short-term solution. It might be safer to replace it altogether.
Due to persistent performance problems that remain even after an OS reset, it’s likely you’re encountering software conflicts or hardware issues. You might be installing programs that cause the computer to freeze without obvious signs in Task Manager—unless you’re using unusual software. Alternatively, your drive could be malfunctioning. Consider running a virus scan or resetting your system again, limiting installations to only essential apps, but it seems the drive itself may not be functioning properly.