Upgraded Motherboard and CPU, now Games are Crashing
Upgraded Motherboard and CPU, now Games are Crashing
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I’m experiencing persistent issues with my gaming PC, and I need help troubleshooting. Initially, I was trying to upgrade my graphics card (a GTX 560) to improve performance in modern games, aiming for a GTX 1050. However, I quickly realized the CPU – an AMD Phenom II X4 840 – was bottlenecking the system, leading to crashes and a “DPG Watchdog Violation” error.
After upgrading to a Ryzen 3 1200 overclocked to 3.6GHz and new motherboard, the crashes continued, sometimes occurring at startup or after extended gameplay (20-40 minutes). I’ve updated drivers for both my GPU and motherboard, but the problem persists. I suspect it might be related to outdated drivers, storage firmware, or potentially faulty components.
I recently upgraded my RAM with Corsair Vengeance sticks purchased for £50 – I'm concerned they may be unreliable. My current setup includes a GTX 1050 graphics card and a struggling CPU/motherboard combination. Could the issue stem from the RAM itself, a failing hard drive, or potentially the graphics card? Any insights would be greatly appreciated.
Coming back to this post now, just found it again while searching for solutions to another problem.
I feel like it might help to record what my solution was if anybody finds this similar problem.
It was a while ago so I don't remember exactly what I did but I believe it was an incompatibility with the RAM cards, I now have a new pair of RAM sticks and have not gotten a crash like this since the original post long ago.
Not sure if this helps you stranger but I wish you good luck!
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“Please note that installing a new computer drive requires careful consideration. Simply inserting a drive into a new PC will not automatically make it functional. It's crucial to understand the operating system requirements and ensure compatibility with your existing setup. This process often involves formatting the drive and potentially configuring drivers, which can be complex. If you are unsure about these steps, seeking assistance from a qualified technician is recommended to avoid potential issues.”
Coming back to this post now, just found it again while searching for solutions to another problem.
I feel like it might help to record what my solution was if anybody finds this similar problem.
It was a while ago so I don't remember exactly what I did but I believe it was an incompatibility with the RAM cards, I now have a new pair of RAM sticks and have not gotten a crash like this since the original post long ago.
Not sure if this helps you stranger but I wish you good luck!