There are problems with my computer.
There are problems with my computer.
My build is eight months old, and I’m just starting out here without clear guidance on where to seek help. If this isn’t the right place, I apologize. My PC specs are listed in my profile. I’ve lost an M.2 drive, a motherboard, a power supply unit, and even after replacing them multiple times, issues continue. I’m unsure what’s causing the problems but it still randomly displays blue screens (the boot loader file for Windows was missing on the M.2), freezes during startup often, and blue screens appear frequently at start. The CPU model is 9900KF—it behaves strangely, sometimes throttling to 4.2 GHz (Task Manager shows this) and occasionally changing overclock settings unpredictably, sometimes slightly and other times significantly higher. It also struggles with loading Minecraft. If anyone has insights—especially about a failing CPU—I’d appreciate any advice or details you can provide. Thank you for your support.
Have you considered restarting Windows? Some files might be damaged. You can also use an app named WhoCrashed to identify the issue. First, turn on crash dump analysis and then run WhoCrashed. It will explain the error code and suggest solutions. Another cause could be a failing RAM module; run memory tests at night. Make sure your cables and cooling system are in good condition. Your outdated motherboard might also be the problem—especially if it has inadequate VRM cooling when paired with powerful CPUs like Intel 9. It isn’t always the CPU’s fault; sometimes the motherboard is the issue. Also, check if you’re overclocking. I’m not certain, but verify your PSU’s capacity for your setup. An Intel i9 consumes a lot of power. You can use a website to estimate the wattage needed: https://outervision.com/power-supply-calculator and https://www.resplendence.com/whocrashed
It has sufficient power and yes, I’m doing the overclock. The RAM seems to be mostly cosmetic problems rather than electrical faults. The previous PSU was more powerful and had more issues. I worry the overclock might have harmed the CPU beyond its limits. It tops out around 4.8 GHz, so I doubt it’s safe, though I’m not certain. I also reinstalled Windows once, but neither installation caused major problems.
I understand your situation better now. I faced a similar issue before, but no critical components failed. My computer kept crashing, so I increased the voltage slightly—about 0.2 volts—and everything stabilized completely. You might consider adjusting it a bit more, though 0.1 or 0.05 could work too. Just be careful; this isn’t a common fix and most people haven’t discussed it online. Running a memory test overnight (memtest) could help identify RAM issues. Make sure your drivers are up to date, as they play a big role. If you have integrated graphics, try removing the GPU to see if crashes persist. Check your thermal paste—overheating can cause problems. For storage, inspect NVMe drives for bad sectors, especially if you’re using an NVMe SSD. Stress tests are another option; there are free tools that run intensive tasks on CPU or GPU to spot instability. They’re easy to use and worth a try.
I've switched to a SATA SSD since the NVMe M.2 failed (first time using Windows and due to these problems). I don’t have integrated graphics because it’s a KF chip—so it’s unlocked and doesn’t have them. I stay on top of driver updates, so I’m not sure that’s the main issue, though I might be mistaken. If I just reset the overclock and bring it back to stock, would that solve the problem instead of raising the voltage? I work at a farm but I’m only 14, so I’m inexperienced and can’t afford a replacement right now. Would running the speed at stock settings work just fine?
Consider avoiding excessive overclocking unless it improves stability or lowers crash frequency. If it slightly reduces crashes, try lowering the clock speed a bit to see if further improvements occur or if issues persist. If neither helps, continue overclocking as long as temperatures remain within safe limits—monitoring temperatures is crucial.
It seems unusual how it functions during startup. Let me clarify its behavior.